City News

Mayor Dan Carter has issued the following statement in response to the Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) issuing a public safety alert regarding a high-risk offender, Keith Theodore Constantin. The DRPS has advised that the individual will be released on Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Durham Region:

The Oshawa Halloween Boo Bash, presented by Oshawa Tourism, returns on Saturday, October 17 from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The City of Oshawa is proud to support Treat Accessibly, a grassroots movement that encourages Canadians to make trick-or-treating safe, inclusive and accessible for all.

With voting opening on October 13, the City of Oshawa is reminding voters to check their mailbox for their Voter Information Letter (Letter), which contains important election information and helps ensure a smooth voting experience.

The City of Oshawa is excited to launch a call for Indigenous writers to submit Expressions of Interest for an Indigenous language and culture public art project at Ed Broadbent Waterfront Park.

Visit Alexandra Park to learn about the history of the park and the surrounding area in a new temporary outdoor history exhibition, created in partnership with Oshawa Museum. 

The 2026 Oshawa Municipal & School Board Elections kick off on Tuesday, October 13 with new voting options that make casting your ballot easier than ever.

Residents are encouraged to prepare now by confirming their voter information and watching for their Voter Information Letter (Letter) in the mail.

Oshawa Fire Services is reminding families of the importance of charging lithium-ion battery devices safely and properly. This year’s Fire Prevention Week runs from October 4 to 10, and the theme is “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower.”

On September 30, we join communities across Turtle Island in observing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day.

The City is reminding residents that registration for fall swimming lessons and aquatic programs at South Oshawa Pool opens at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 29. Programs will begin the week of October 13.