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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.

The City of Oshawa is proud to announce its success at the 2026 Festivals & Events Ontario (FEO) Awards.

The City of Oshawa recently received $102,614 in provincial funding from Ontario’s Fire Protection Grant to enhance firefighter safety by modernizing systems and protective gear.  

Pedestrian bridge over Oshawa Creek temporarily closed. 

The City of Oshawa is reminding residents that welcoming and safe neighbourhoods are a shared responsibility and encouraging everyone to take part in keeping our community safe, clean and welcoming.

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.

Reconstruction and widening of Conlin Road East from east of Harmony Road North to Kurelo Drive as well as the construction of a new roundabout at Grandview Street North and Conlin Road East.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm requirements will change on January 1, 2026, and Oshawa Fire Services is reminding residents to review their existing CO alarms and install additional ones if needed.

Oshawa Economic Development has unveiled a refreshed website oshawaecdev.ca designed to showcase the City of Oshawa’s competitive advantage and deliver an insight-driven, user-focused experience for investors, entrepreneurs and businesses.