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Second strongest City building year on record in 2023 marked by all-time industrial building records

The City of Oshawa is pleased to report total building permit activity of $639+ million in 2023 -- its second highest total construction value on record and contributing to over $1.5B in total permit value over the past two years.

In addition, industrial building permit activity in 2023 exceeded any year in Oshawa’s recorded history. Oshawa’s previous industrial building permit record was set in 2003 with $97 million. In 2023, the City shattered that record with more than $128 million in...

City of Oshawa launches new 10-year Economic Development Strategy

The City of Oshawa is pleased to announce the launch of its new Economic Development Strategy that aims to drive job growth and further investment in the city. The Strategy focuses on enhanced trade, diversification and quality of life and positions Oshawa for future economies, opportunities and overall growth.

The Strategy builds on the city’s unique competitive strengths, such as proximity to major metropolitan centres, a robust labour force, emerging talent and key infrastructure assets such...

Oshawa Fire Services congratulates Deputy Fire Chief Whetham

The City of Oshawa and Oshawa Fire Services (OFS) are pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Whetham as the City’s newest Deputy Fire Chief, overseeing Professional Development, Emergency Management, and Administrative Support.

Deputy Chief Ken Whetham brings more than 25 years of leadership and emergency services experience to his new role. His public safety career started as a Police Officer before transitioning to Oshawa Fire Services in 2009, initially serving as a firefighter within the...

Looking back at Oshawa’s 2023

As the year comes to a close, there is much to celebrate in the City of Oshawa. Planning is well underway for our 100+ Centennial Celebration Year in 2024, but let us not get a head of ourselves. Here is a snapshot of key highlights that shaped our city in 2023:

Investments for the Future

The City achieved another banner year for building permit values adding nearly $1.5 billion over the past two years.

With proximity to major North American markets, world-class research facilities and a pipeline of...