Oshawa outlines September 30 holiday service changes

The City of Oshawa has outlined service changes for Wednesday, September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The city says the day recognizes Survivors, their families and communities, and the history and legacy of residential schools.

Community activities listed by the city include a Survivors’ Flag raising and artist talk on September 28, Orange Shirt Day on September 30, and visits to Orange Ribbon memorial sites through October 9. The city directs residents to its event information for details.

Oshawa City Hall and Service Oshawa will be closed on September 30. Customer Service Representatives will be available at Service Oshawa on Saturday, September 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The listed contact phone is 905-436-3311 and the email is service@oshawa.ca.

Waste collection will not change on September 30. Residents can use the Durham Region Waste app or the city’s collection-schedule page to check calendars and sign up for reminders and alerts.

Recreation facilities will operate during regular hours on September 30 for activities, programs and facility permits. The city’s release links to its recreation programs and services information for facility and program details.

Source: City of Oshawa — https://www.oshawa.ca/news/posts/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-changes-to-city-services-and-programs