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Cordova Valley Park – home to Oshawa’s newest splash pad

The City of Oshawa recently celebrated the completion of park upgrades and a new splash pad at Cordova Valley Park with an official re-opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony.  The park redevelopment project was made possible by $975,000 in funding from the Government of Canada’s Canada Community-Building Fund.

Located at 811 Glen Street, Cordova Valley Park features a splash pad, new playground, enhanced amenities and upgrades to the soccer field. The park redevelopment project also included...

City and Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority bring Lifejacket Loaner Program to Oshawa’s beach

The City of Oshawa, in collaboration with the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA Ports), is offering a new Lifejacket Loaner Program at Lakeview Park Beach. Community members are reminded to check the Region’s posted beach closures at Durham.ca/beaches prior to their visit and to follow safe swimming guidelines.

With the Lifejacket Loaner Program, visitors have free access to a wide selection of lifejackets in various sizes and styles (both vest and keyhole designs) while enjoying the beach.

Ontario’s Big City Mayors Statement on Lack of Municipal Capacity to Support Newcomers to Canada

The following statement is being issued on behalf of Ontario’s Big City Mayors.

The Canadian government is failing to fully fund the municipal front line that Canada relies on to welcome and settle newcomers, including those needing urgent support such as refugees and asylum-seekers fleeing conflict in their home countries. 

Ontario cities understand that the federal government believes “housing and supports for asylum seekers are the responsibility of provinces and municipalities” and...

Deer Valley Park’s new splash pad and playground is open

Members of Council were on hand for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate a new splash pad at Deer Valley Park and upgrades to the park including new play equipment.

Located at 870 Deer Valley Dr., the 2.03-hectare park is situated off Thornton Road, north of Rossland Road.

The Deer Valley Park redevelopment project included a new splash pad, junior play equipment, a large climbing structure, swings and additional seating with shade. The park also has an accessible park pathway and accessible...