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Clarington has received a Seniors Community Grant from the Province of Ontario’s Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility. The funding, amounting to up to $18,630, will support the new program 'Age Wise – Eat Right, Feel Right.' This initiative aims to educate older adults about nutrition, cooking safety,
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In an interview with Mayor Adrian Foster, he discussed the significance of the Diversity Leadership Bursary recently awarded to local student Jenae Heron-Kelly. Mayor Foster stated, "In Clarington, our growing diversity is a source of strength – and young leaders like Jenae are at the forefront of shaping a
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Jenae Heron-Kelly, a Grade 12 student at St. Stephen Catholic Secondary School in Bowmanville, has been awarded the inaugural Diversity Leadership Bursary from the Municipality of Clarington. This bursary, valued at $1,500, is aimed at graduating high school students who engage in activities promoting diversity, inclusion, anti-racism,
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The Clarington Library, Museums & Archives (CLMA) has received a Seniors Community Grant for the project “Golden Tales: Chronicles of our Community.” The grant, amounting to up to $17,000, was announced at the Courtice Community Complex on June 25, 2024. The “Golden Tales” project aims to document and share
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Pending tender and approval, surface improvement work on King Street East in Bowmanville is expected to begin in late summer 2024 and will continue for a period of approximately 4 to 6 weeks. During construction, through traffic and access to all properties will remain open; however, short disruptions may occur
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Drivers who use reserved bus-only or bicycle-only lanes in Durham Region when they are not permitted can be charged under Ontario’s Highway Traffic Act, the Region says. Durham Region says the lanes are treated as a traffic control device and are intended to improve safety for cyclists,
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Durham Region Transit (DRT) is reintroducing the 917Z route to serve the Toronto Zoo and Rouge National Urban Park this summer. The service will operate on weekends and holidays from June 29, 2024, to September 2, 2024. Buses will run every 30 minutes from 8:30 a.m. to 8
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The construction of Clarington's first-ever outdoor refrigerated ice rink is underway at the Courtice Community Complex. The rink will feature a refrigerated ice surface bordered by a rubber skate mat, which is designed to enhance the skating experience. Additionally, the facility will include ample lighting for evening
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Public Open Houses for Draft Conservation Lands Strategy The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) will hold two public open houses to gather input on its Draft Conservation Lands Strategy. This strategy will guide the conservation and management of GRCA lands. The open houses are scheduled as follows: * July 30, 2024,
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Construction for the renovations at the Courtice Community Complex Fitness Centre commenced on Thursday, June 20, and is scheduled to continue until October 1. The project includes the removal of the existing office and the relocation of the reception desk to create additional floor space for new equipment. During the
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Four accessible parking spots located in front of Courtice Community Complex will be relocated as construction begins on Clarington’s first-ever outdoor refrigerated ice rink. The parking spots will move temporarily to the south side of the front entrance, joining two existing spots across from Courtice Library. After the
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The renovations at the Courtice Community Complex Fitness Centre commenced on June 20 and are scheduled to continue until October 1. During this period, users can expect some temporary inconveniences, including increased noise and dust. However, the fitness area, change rooms, and group fitness centre will remain open and accessible