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TD Deputy Chief Economist delivers Oshawa economic update

TD Bank Group Vice President and Deputy Chief Economist Derek Burleton recently delivered his annual economic forecast to business professionals and community leaders from across the G.T.A. at the City of Oshawa’s Economic Outlook Event.

This was the 19th annual Economic Outlook Breakfast presented by the City’s Economic Development Services Branch with TD Bank Group and the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce.

During his address, Deputy Chief Economist Burleton highlighted key aspects of the...

Free activities and events for youth May 1-7

In celebration of National Youth Week and National Youth Arts Week, the City of Oshawa is offering an exciting lineup of free activities and drop-in programs from May 1 to 7.

The Oshawa Youth Council played a key role in the planning and implementation of the week of free events.

In collaboration with community partners including BGC Durham, Oshawa Public Libraries and The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, free youth events include:

• Fun Swim
• Public Skate
• Movie Night
• Board Game Café
• Paint Night
• and more!

Some...

Florell Park features a new playground and accessible amenities

Members of Council and neighbourhood residents celebrated the completion of the Florell Park redevelopment project at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 19.

The park redevelopment project focused on accessibility and access for all abilities and ages. The project included the addition of accessible park pathways and an accessible walking loop that comply with Oshawa Accessibility Design Standards and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act standards. There are accessible benches,...

Share the trail community reminders

Oshawa’s trail system encompasses almost 410 hectares of parkland and provides more than 27 km of paved surface for community members to explore. Our trails offer excellent opportunities for outdoor physical activities like walking, running, and cycling.

Trail users are reminded to be courteous to one another and follow these rules so that everyone may enjoy Oshawa’s trail system: 

General Trail Use

Trail users are reminded to:

• keep dogs on a minimal leash (not exceeding two metres);
• keep to the...