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The Ontario government is investing $665,880 in the Building Skills to Build Homes project by Habitat for Humanity Northumberland. This initiative aims to train new workers in home construction and finishing trades to address the urgent need for affordable homes in Northumberland County. The funding is provided through the
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The Ontario government is investing $665,880 in the Building Skills to Build Homes project by Habitat for Humanity Northumberland. The initiative aims to train new workers in home construction and finishing trades to address the need for affordable housing in Northumberland County. This project is funded through the Skills
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The Soper Creek Trail at Mearns Park will be closed to public access from July 15 to September 15, 2024, for sanitary sewer installation. Mearns Park will remain open during this period. A pedestrian detour route will be established with signage in designated areas. The construction schedule is as follows:
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The More Homes Built Faster Act (Bill 23) has significantly impacted parkland dedication in Clarington. The legislation modifies the Planning Act, allowing municipalities to reduce parkland dedication requirements by as much as half for new developments. This change has raised concerns among residents regarding access to parks and open spaces,
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In June, over 1,000 residents participated in the #HeartYourParksClarington campaign, which included sharing photos and stories, attending community events, and coloring flags that represented various activities enjoyed in local parks. The flags, depicting activities such as swimming, basketball, and biking, were collected and are now displayed at Clarington recreation
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The Municipality of Clarington is addressing the shortage of family physicians in the area, which is a concern shared across Ontario. As part of the 2024-27 Clarington Strategic Plan, the municipality is implementing measures to attract more doctors to meet the needs of its growing population. This includes the
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On June 24, 2024, Clarington's Council approved the 2024 Asset Management Plan. This plan is designed to guide the maintenance and management of municipal assets over the next decade. It specifically outlines the capital costs necessary to maintain the current service delivery standards for non-core municipal assets,
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At the June 24, 2024 meeting, Clarington Council approved three new developments in Courtice. Additionally, there were policy updates regarding Additional Dwelling Units. Council directed a developer to resubmit a proposal for a development at the intersection of Highway 2 and Bowmanville Avenue, with a maximum height of 18 storeys.
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In June, over 1,000 residents participated in the #HeartYourParksClarington campaign by creating wish flags that illustrate various ways they enjoy the parks in Clarington. The flags, which depict activities such as swimming, basketball, pickleball, tennis, walking, splash pads, biking, cricket, and baseball, have been collected and are now on
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Clarington's commitment to responsible growth is outlined in its 2024-27 Strategic Plan, which emphasizes the importance of parkland dedications in collaboration with the development community. The municipality aims to integrate parkland into new neighborhoods, despite recent legislative changes that have reduced parkland dedication requirements. Mayor Adrian Foster
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In June, more than 1,000 residents participated in the #HeartYourParksClarington campaign by sharing photos and stories, attending community events, and coloring flags that showcased their enjoyment of local parks. The flags, which depicted various activities such as swimming, basketball, and biking, were collected and are now displayed at Clarington
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In Clarington, By-law No. 2015-047 regulates the discharge and sale of fireworks. Residents are permitted to discharge fireworks only between dusk and 11 p.m. on the three days immediately preceding and including Canada Day. Additionally, the by-law prohibits the discharge of fireworks on municipal property, public