Clarington Mayor Issues Statement on Allegations Against Council Member

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster issued a statement in response to recent allegations against a member of Clarington Council. In his statement, Mayor Foster affirmed he is aware of the allegations and indicated that he expects the matter to be investigated by the appropriate authorities.

The Mayor's remarks address concerns about conduct within municipal politics, referencing what he described as a trend of toxic behaviour affecting both Clarington and other areas in Ontario. He pointed to the Council's Code of Conduct, which requires councillors to treat the public without abuse, bullying, or intimidation.

Mayor Foster stated that maintaining integrity, accountability, and respect is expected of all council members. He said that elected officials have a duty to uphold good governance and respectful discourse, in line with community expectations.

The statement did not include specific details regarding the allegations or identify the councillor involved. No further information was provided about the nature of any investigation or the timeline for its resolution.

The Mayor's statement was made public through the official Clarington municipal website on September 5, 2025.