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New residential development coming to former Canada Post building in downtown Oshawa
Posted on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 05:00 AM
Atria Development continues to play a key role in Oshawa’s downtown revitalization, with the acquisition of 47 Simcoe Street South, a former Canada Post building.
Atria’s new development is expected to be a mixed-use, mid-rise building that preserves the original building façade and unique architecture that have made 47 Simcoe Street South a significant landmark in Oshawa’s downtown.
The City welcomes the exciting news of an additional downtown development that will modernize and preserve...
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Metrolinx Notice: Annual Accessibility Public Consultation
Posted on Thursday, January 07, 2021 10:30 AM
Take part in Metrolinx's annual accessibility public consultation.
Purpose of this consultation:
- To provide an update on accessibility achievements
- To share information on key planned initiatives for next year
- Seek feedback to ensure our services and projects reflect your needs, and to provide an opportunity for input into our accessibility planning efforts.
Format of this consultation:
This year we will focus on seven areas to update you on the work completed in 2020 and the milestones ahead:
City of Oshawa named one of the Fastest Growing Tech Talent Markets in Canada by 2020 CBRE Ranking
Posted on Thursday, December 10, 2020 05:15 AM
In a recent report released by CBRE, Oshawa ranked as one of the top 5 markets for tech talent growth across Canada.
CBRE Research analyzed 20 of Canada’s leading cities to create a scorecard that ranks each city’s tech talent offering. The scorecard uses 13 metrics to measure each market’s depth, vitality and attractiveness to tech employers and employees. Oshawa placed 14th overall in the 2020 Scoring Canadian Tech Talent report, and joins Toronto as the only two GTA cities included in the...
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Keep fire safety top of mind during the holiday season
Posted on Tuesday, December 08, 2020 09:45 AM
There’s no place like home for the holidays. To ensure the holiday season remains a time of celebration for you and your family, Oshawa Fire Services reminds community members to follow these important fire prevention tips:
Christmas Trees
- Real Christmas trees should be kept fresh and full of water.
- Keep trees away from all heat sources and make sure your tree doesn’t block any doorways.
- Never place lit candles on or near the Christmas tree.
Christmas Lights
- Carefully inspect new and previously used...
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Council approves new Fire Master Plan and Community Risk Assessment
Posted on Tuesday, December 01, 2020 08:45 AM
Ensuring that community safety is the upmost priority, Oshawa City Council has approved the 2020 Fire Master Plan and Community Risk Assessment in addition to significant investments in Oshawa Fire Services.
The 2020 Fire Master Plan was informed by public input, legislation, industry best practices, Oshawa Fire Services and the Oshawa Professional Fire Fighters Association and will serve as strategic direction for the City of Oshawa’s fire services for the next 10 years.
The Fire Master Plan...