Durham College and Ontario Tech plan three-storey expansion of Oshawa’s Campus Ice Centre, targeting August 2028 opening

Durham College and Ontario Tech University plan a three-storey expansion and partial renovation of the Campus Ice Centre at 2000 Simcoe St. N. in Oshawa, with the new Campus High-Performance Complex expected to open in August 2028. In an announcement posted Sept. 9, the schools said the expanded

Ottawa extends suspension of federal fuel excise tax through Jan. 31, 2027; half-rates planned for Feb.–March 2027

The federal government will extend the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax on gasoline, aviation gasoline (leaded and unleaded), diesel fuel and other aviation fuel until Jan. 31, 2027, and will apply 50% of the regular excise tax rate from Feb. 1, 2027, through March 31, 2027. The

CFIA recalls Ofood Mild Ssamjang soybean paste over improperly declared peanut

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says Ofood brand Mild Ssamjang Original Seasoned Soybean Paste is being recalled across Canada because it contains peanut that is improperly declared on the label. The CFIA said people with peanut allergies or sensitivities could have a serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume

Durham College outlines accessibility supports and campus features at Oshawa and Whitby campuses

Durham College published a blog post on Sept. 8, 2026, describing accessibility supports and campus features at its Oshawa Campus (2000 Simcoe St. N.) and Whitby Campus (1610 Champlain Ave.). The information is aimed at current and prospective students, as well as visitors attending campus tours and events, and outlines

Clarington sets Oct. 3 open house for Bowmanville Community Complex

The Municipality of Clarington will hold an open house for the Bowmanville Community Complex on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. at 1 West Side Drive in Bowmanville. The open house is scheduled ahead of the start of regular programming and rentals at the facility, which

Clarington says bylaw officers are patrolling school zones during drop-off and pick-up times

Clarington municipal law enforcement officers are conducting regular patrols in school zones in Clarington during student drop-off and pick-up times, according to a back-to-school safety post published by the Municipality of Clarington on Sept. 8, 2026. The municipality says the patrols will focus on drivers following

Road rehabilitation to start week of Sept. 8 on streets in Courtice, Newcastle and Enniskillen

Road rehabilitation work is scheduled to begin the week of Sept. 8, 2026, on several roads in Courtice, Newcastle and Enniskillen, with lane reductions and short-term road closures during working hours that could cause traffic delays. Drivers can expect delays on the affected streets during working hours. Garbage and

Bennett Road in Bowmanville to close Sept. 9–10, 2026, for bridge demolition work

Bennett Road in Bowmanville will close between the Highway 401 westbound on-ramp and Lake Road from 9 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, to 6 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026. The closure is to support demolition and reconstruction of the Bennett Road bridge. The closure affects a short

Smarter Snacks Vegan Protein Puff Chili & Lime recalled over undeclared milk, CFIA says

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says Smarter Snacks Vegan Protein Puff Chili & Lime Flavored (50 g) is being recalled nationally and online because milk is not declared on the label. The notice was updated Sept. 5, 2026. The recall matters for people with a milk allergy or sensitivity, because

Clarington designates three properties under Ontario Heritage Act; appeals due Sept. 24, 2026

Clarington council passed by-laws to designate three properties under the Ontario Heritage Act: 106 Beaver Street and 107 Beaver Street in Newcastle, and 3438 Green Road in Bowmanville. Appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal must be filed by 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 24, 2026. Under the Ontario

CFIA recalls Ten Ten Dim Sum buns and dumplings sold in Ontario over undeclared milk

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall for Ten Ten Dim Sum brand buns and dumplings sold in Ontario because the products may contain undeclared milk. The agency lists the recall date as Sept. 2, 2026. The recall matters for people with a milk allergy or sensitivity, because

Durham College lists study spaces, research help and equipment loans at Oshawa and Whitby campus libraries

Durham College’s campus libraries in Oshawa and Whitby offer research support, study spaces, equipment loans and online resources for students, according to a Sept. 4, 2026 post on the college’s website. For students using the Oshawa or Whitby campuses, the post outlines what is available beyond book lending,