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May 6, 2025 - Take Notice that the Council of the City of Pickering intends to designate the following property as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. 0.18

5113 Old Brock Road
40M2774 Pickering, Ontario

May 5, 2025 – The City of Pickering’s seasonal waterfront parking program is now in effect, and will run annually from May 1 to October 1. The program helps manage high visitor volumes and traffic congestion at popular waterfront destinations by balancing access for residents and visitors.

April 30, 2025 - The City of Pickering is excited to present Hip-Hop in the Park on Saturday May 3, at the Diana, Princess of Wales Park located behind the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex. This free, family-friendly event will be a celebration of music, dance, graffiti art, and community, featuring live performances, energetic dance battles, and a variety of interactive activities for all ages.

From Wednesday, April 30, 2025 to Wednesday, July 31, 2025 the road will be closed for installation of a new watermain, sanitary sewer and storm sewer. 

April 29, 2025 - Severe thunderstorms with damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain are expected across Pickering and the GTA Tuesday afternoon and evening.

April 28, 2025 – On behalf of the City of Pickering and its Members of Council, I extend heartfelt congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and the re-election of the Liberal Government.

April 27, 2025 – I am completely heartbroken by the devastating tragedy that occurred at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver. What was meant to be a joyous celebration of heritage, pride, and freedom, was shattered by unthinkable violence. My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to all of the victims and their families, as well as the nearly million-strong Filipino-Canadians across our country.

April 24, 2025 – The City of Pickering has initiated a Ward Boundary Review to determine whether the new ward boundaries, adopted in 2021 and set to take effect for the 2026 Municipal Election, remain appropriate in light of evolving population growth and distribution.

April 22, 2025 – On behalf of the City of Pickering, its Members of Council, and residents, I extend my deepest condolences to all who mourn the passing of Pope Francis. He was not only a spiritual leader to Catholics and Christians worldwide, but also a symbol of humility, compassion, and social justice who inspired millions. His unwavering dedication to the most vulnerable, his calls for peace, and his profound acts of kindness transcended faith and borders, touching lives across the globe. 

A Statutory Public Meeting is being held to consider an Information Report regarding the following proposal. This meeting will provide interested parties the ability to learn more about the proposal and provide comments and feedback. No decisions are being made regarding this proposal at this meeting.

File Numbers:
Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 24-003P
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 05/24