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In his final State of the City address, Mayor Dan Carter reflected on expectations, challenges, resiliency and progress before a sold-out audience on April 9 at the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Mayor’s Luncheon. His remarks highlighted defining moments since first being elected Mayor of the City of Oshawa – what was expected, what was faced, and what was learned.

The work involves the reconstruction of Thornton Road North to a two-lane road with bike lanes, a multi-use path on the east side, and installation of new storm sewers and Regional services such as sanitary sewers water main systems.

The City of Oshawa is introducing paid parking at Lakeview Park and Ed Broadbent Waterfront Park, effective annually from May 15 to October 15 on weekends, public holidays (Victoria Day, Canada Day, Labour Day and Thanksgiving Day) and during City led events.

The playground and sunshade at Nipigon Park are closed for repairs until further notice.

The City of Oshawa is proud to announce that it has achieved Milestone 5 of the Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) program’s Milestone Framework, marking progress in reducing local greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the city. With this accomplishment, the City has now completed all five PCP milestones at both the corporate and community levels.

It’s time for a spring cleaning! The seasons have officially changed, and it’s the perfect opportunity to get outside for some fresh air and community-building by participating in the City’s annual Community Cleanup Week.

The east sidewalk of Simcoe St. S. between Maple St. and Olive Ave. is closed starting March 5, due to safety concerns.

The City of Oshawa is proud to announce that the Durham Region Innovation and Vehicle Ecosystem (DRIVE) has been designated as one of OVIN’s nine Regional Technology Development Sites (RTDS).

The City of Oshawa and its partners thank the Government of Ontario for their investment in DRIVE, announced today at Ontario Tech University’s Automotive Centre of Excellence. The Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) will invest up to $2 million in DRIVE, which has also secured over $2.4 million in matching industry investment and over $2.5 million in broader public sector supports that includes access to municipal pilot opportunities for real-world demonstration zones, mentorship, workspace and co-location services, and acceleration support. This establishes a total investment of nearly $7 million providing small- and medium-sized enterprises access to specialized equipment, advanced testing, opportunities to capital and advisory support to drive advanced automotive technologies, and smart mobility solutions forward.

Pedestrian bridge over Oshawa Creek temporarily closed. 

In accordance with By-law 181-2022, shopping carts found on City property and removed by the City are subject to a retrieval and storage fee. Carts not claimed will be disposed of the week following April 1, July 1, Oct 1, and Jan 1.