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Statement from Mayor Dan Carter recognizing Islamic History Month

This October, I am honoured to join our Oshawa community to celebrate Islamic History Month. This is a time for reflection and recognition of the profound contributions made by Muslim Canadians throughout our nation's history.

Islamic History Month offers us an opportunity to acknowledge the Muslim community’s rich cultural heritage and achievements. From the groundbreaking work of early pioneers to the innovative contributions in various fields today, Muslim Canadians have played a crucial role...

Mayor’s Statement – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day

September 30 is designated to commemorate two significant events in our nation's history that are crucial in the journey toward reconciliation and understanding: the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day.

As we come together to observe these meaningful occasions, it is important we reflect on our shared history and honour the survivors of residential schools, their families and the many Indigenous children whose lives were tragically taken. This day is a solemn reminder...

Celebrate Culture Days with free family activities in Oshawa

The City of Oshawa invites community members to celebrate Culture Days, a national event designed to foster public engagement within arts and culture. We encourage everyone to take part in the variety of activities planned for Saturday, October 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Arts Resource Centre (45 Queen Street, adjacent to Oshawa City Hall).  Join us for a day filled with free activities, an artist talk and a film screening that showcases the talents and cultural diversity of our community....

City of Oshawa announces new mural installation in downtown Oshawa

The City of Oshawa is excited to announce a new temporary public artwork on the McMillan Parkade, located at 110 King Street West in downtown Oshawa. This striking mural, “Turning the Wheel” by local artist Dani Crosby, commemorates the rich history of the John Bolase Warren Flour Mill, which once stood on this site – an especially fitting piece as Oshawa continues to celebrate Oshawa’s centennial.

The mill played a vital role in Oshawa's development, utilizing the power of Oshawa Creek to drive...

TeachingCity Oshawa releases Annual Snapshot highlighting local collaborative projects

The City of Oshawa and its education and research partners – Durham College, Ontario Tech University, Trent University Durham GTA, and the University of Toronto’s Department of Civil and Mineral Engineering – are pleased to announce that the TeachingCity Oshawa 2023/2024 Annual Snapshot, detailing accomplishments from the partnership’s seventh year, is now available online.

Notable applied research, experiential learning and curriculum-based projects featured in the Annual Snapshot include: