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City extends condolences to family and friends of former Councillor Irvine Harrell
Posted on Monday, May 27, 2024 05:18 PM
The City of Oshawa extends its deepest condolences to the Harrell family after the passing of former Oshawa City Councillor Irvine Harrell.
Born in Oshawa, Ontario and a longtime resident of Oshawa, Irvine was passionate about nature, scouting and sports. First elected to Oshawa City Council as an Alderman in 1985, he served on Oshawa City Council (1985 and 2000) and Durham Region Council.
He served as Chairman for the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority for 15 years and Chairman of the...
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Oshawa Peony Festival blooms into its 20th year
Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 04:00 PM
The City of Oshawa is thrilled to present the 20th annual Peony Festival on Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9 at the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens located adjacent to Children’s Arena (155 Arena St.).
Named one of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals and Events, the festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It features one of Canada’s largest contemporary peony collections in bloom in the gardens, in addition to hundreds of cut blooms displayed inside the arena during the Canadian Peony Society judged peony...
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Check your collection schedule for possible changes to your collection days
Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 10:45 AM
Waste collection schedules will change for some Oshawa households beginning June 3, 2024. Households affected by the change will be notified directly via a door hanger and a letter in the mail. Alternatively, community members can visit Oshawa.ca/WasteLookUp to determine if their property is affected.
Depending on the homeowner’s address, the shift in boundaries may mean that some households will see their collection day change, affecting the green bin, blue box, garbage, and yard waste, the week...
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Oshawa Celebrates National AccessAbility Week
Posted on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 04:30 PM
The City of Oshawa has proclaimed Sunday, May 26 through to Saturday, June 1 as National AccessAbility Awareness Week (N.A.A.W.) in Oshawa.
Celebrated annually, N.A.A.W.:
- applauds the valuable contributions and leadership of Canadians with disabilities;
- highlights the work of people, organizations and communities that are removing barriers; and,
- reflects on the ongoing efforts to become a better, more accessible and more inclusive Canada.
Oshawa’s 2023 - 2027 Accessibility Plan identifies key...
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City seeks feedback on new, Downtown public sculpture
Posted on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 02:00 PM
The City of Oshawa invites residents and business owners to a public art Open House on June 12at 7 p.m. at the Arts Resource Centre, located at 45 Queen Street. During the Open House, community members will have the opportunity to learn more about the City’s Public Art Master Plan and provide input related to the forthcoming Downtown Oshawa Urban Square public artwork. Join us to share your vision and learn more about public art in Oshawa!
The Urban Square and its artwork reflect the City’s...