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Celebrate Public Art in Oshawa on May 25

The City of Oshawa continues to mark Oshawa's centennial with events and special projects throughout the year. Join us for an exciting day to celebrate and explore public art in Oshawa on Saturday, May 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at South Oshawa Community Centre, located at 1455 Cedar Street.

This event will feature artist talks that inspire community engagement while spotlighting local artists and new and recent public artworks, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Enjoy a story time reading with the Oshawa...

Be Prepared and Know your Risks.

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 5 to 11, 2024 and the City of Oshawa reminds us that emergencies such as severe weather events or prolonged power outages can occur anytime, anywhere.

Community members are encouraged to be ready for an emergency by preparing an emergency kit for their home. The kit should have enough food, water and any applicable medications to last at least 72 hours (three days). Remember to think of pets in your 72 hour plan. At minimum, have food and water, proper...

City honours Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit and Gender Diverse Individuals

The City of Oshawa is committed to taking action to advance the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action and the UN Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

The month of May offers two opportunities for the City to strengthen our partnerships with Indigenous Peoples and educate the larger community on Indigenous issues:

1. The National Day for Awareness of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit and Gender Diverse Individuals; and,
2. The Moose Hide Campaign...

Freedom Mobile partners with City for naming rights of Arena 2 at Delpark Homes Centre

The City of Oshawa is excited to announce Freedom Mobile as a naming rights sponsor of Arena 2 at the City’s Delpark Homes Centre recreation facility for three years.

Members of Council were on hand to celebrate the sponsorship prior to a Freedom Mobile free community skate. As sponsor of Arena 2, in addition to the annual free skate, Freedom Mobile’s sponsorship recognition includes decals on the arena’s windows and the score clock, rink board advertising, as well as other signage throughout...