City News

Florell Park features a new playground and accessible amenities

Members of Council and neighbourhood residents celebrated the completion of the Florell Park redevelopment project at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 19.

The park redevelopment project focused on accessibility and access for all abilities and ages. The project included the addition of accessible park pathways and an accessible walking loop that comply with Oshawa Accessibility Design Standards and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act standards. There are accessible benches,...

Oshawa Fire Services opens state-of-the-art training facility

The City of Oshawa and Oshawa Fire Services officially celebrated the opening of a new fire training facility on April 14. Members of Council were on hand to take part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony and watch a live fire training demonstration.

The new state-of-the-art facility is located on the southfield of the Oshawa Executive Airport, off Stevenson Road North. Comprised of purpose-built training units, the facility combines leading edge instructional programs that train firefighters on...

Durham Region recognizes Transgender Day of Visibility

The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham; and the Mayors of the Town of Ajax, Township of Brock, Municipality of Clarington, City of Oshawa, City of Pickering, Township of Scugog, Township of Uxbridge and Town of Whitby:

“March 31 is Transgender Day of Visibility, a day dedicated to recognizing the many achievements of transgender, Two-Spirit and non-binary people; and to celebrate their...

Oshawa residents encouraged to wildlife proof their property during coyote denning season

Oshawa community members may notice an increase in coyote sightings this time of year as coyotes start seeking out a den to raise their pups. Residents and property owners are reminded not to feed coyotes and are encouraged to wildlife proof their property to minimize encounters and prevent denning.

Wildlife proofing includes:

• Removing food attractants from your yard: secure your garbage, keep pet food indoors and clean up spilled bird seed and fallen fruits.
• Keeping your property clean: trim back...

Oshawa Peony Festival named Top 100

A premier City of Oshawa event has been recognized by Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO). At the Festivals and Events Ontario Conference, Oshawa’s Peony Festival was awarded FEO’s Top 100 Festivals title once again.

The Top 100 award recognition acknowledges industry excellence happening across the province. The award is recognized by festival goers, peers, and government officials for leading quality festivals and events.

A signature event in Oshawa since 2004, this is the 11th consecutive year...