News

January 28, 2025 - For over fifty years, the question of whether to proceed with building an airport in Pickering has been a subject of spirited discussion and debate within our community.

In this span, we have consistently advocated for clarity and decisive action from the federal government and appreciate the thoughtful deliberation invested in making this determination. We can now move forward with confidence, focusing on the City’s core priorities as we work to build a vibrant and prosperous future for our residents, businesses, and visitors.

January 17, 2025: The City has been alerted to anonymous flyers circulating in the community, including some soliciting money (e.g., from organizations like "The Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms") and spreading misinformation. These materials contain false and misleading claims and are not associated with official City business.

January 2025: After considerable deliberation, we have decided to return official City meetings to a fully electronic format due to escalating threats of violence, harassment, and intimidation in our Council Chambers. This difficult decision was made by the City Clerk in consultation with the Chief Administrative Officer, Corporate Security Specialist, and the Mayor, in alignment with the City’s Procedure By-law, in order to safeguard the safety and well-being of Council members, staff, and residents.

January 9, 2025 – Amid the rising popularity of fire blankets, Pickering Fire Services is reminding residents to prioritize established and proven fire safety practices to protect themselves.

While fire blankets have been advertised as an effective way to extinguish flames (such as those from stovetop fires), the Office of the Fire Marshal does not endorse them for consumer use, advising that they should only be used by trained professionals. Currently, there are no Canadian safety standards that apply to fire blankets.

January 8, 2025 – The City of Pickering is ringing in the new year with a refreshed look for its website, pickering.ca, set to launch on January 22, 2025.

The website refresh focuses on improving user experience and simplifying access to online services for residents, businesses, and visitors. It also incorporates updated content, a dynamic new design, and advanced web technologies for optimal performance, usability, and searchability across all devices.

January 7, 2025 - Pickering Council is aware of a recent video published by Councillor Lisa Robinson, criticizing the City’s Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Marisa Carpino, and making unfounded and inappropriate remarks on Ms. Carpino’s character and intentions.

On the Path Forward, by Taylor De Nobrega (2025), honors the deep connection between the people and the land that have shaped Pickering. This piece is part of a project commemorating the 25th anniversary of Pickering’s transition from a town to a city.

January 2, 2025 – This year, the City of Pickering proudly celebrates a significant milestone - its 25th anniversary of becoming a city. To honour this momentous occasion, residents and visitors are invited to celebrate, reflect on, and explore the vibrant history and dynamic evolution of Pickering - a place so many are proud to call home.

Proposal

705 Kingston Road Ltd. has submitted Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for the Whites Road Shopping Centre to permit a multi-phased, high-density, mixed-use development.

December 13, 2024 – The introduction of the Municipal Accountability Act, 2024 marks a pivotal step in strengthening governance and public trust in municipalities across Ontario. The City of Pickering applauds Minister Calandra and the Government of Ontario for listening to the concerns of municipalities and introducing much-needed reforms to enhance accountability and transparency.