April 10, 2025 Newsletter

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Applications for Youth Climate Action Fund

close April 30

Are you passionate about fighting climate change? Do you have a project idea that can make Oakville greener and more sustainable?

The Oakville Youth Climate Action Fund is offering microgrants between USD 1,000 and $5,000 to support youth-led climate initiatives. Whether it's tree planting, climate education programs, recycling campaigns, or urban farming, your ideas can create real impact!

✅ Who can apply? Youth aged 15 to 24 leading a project in Oakville

📅 Application deadline: April 30, 2025

💡 Projects must be completed by: September 30, 2025

Be part of the movement for a greener future! Apply today or learn more by visiting oakville.ca

New accessible and inclusive playground coming to Coronation Park

Construction of a new accessible and inclusive playground at Coronation Park will begin in mid-April, with completion expected by mid-June.

Based on community feedback, the playground will feature rubberized surfacing, a non-verbal communication board, a sensory dome, and wheelchair-accessible equipment, aligning with AODA 2025 standards.

The project will be completed in two phases, preparing the site for the new play equipment before installing the rubberized surfacing.



To learn more and view artist renderings, visit the Coronation Park Children’s Playground Renewal page.

Community activation grant applications now open

Oakville is now accepting applications for the 2025 Community Activation Grant, offering up to $1,000 to support resident-led initiatives that bring neighbours together and strengthen community connections.

Now in its second year, this grant helps fund small-scale projects that enhance well-being and foster a sense of belonging. With $35,000 allocated in the 2025 budget, the program continues to support meaningful community engagement.

Residents, informal groups, and neghbourhood associations are encouraged to apply at least two months before their initiative date. Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so early applications are recommended.



For details on eligibility and how to apply, visit the Community Activation Grant page.

2025 youth centre mural project

seeking professional artists

Design the 2026 and 2027 Community Spirit awards

The Town of Oakville invites artists aged 18 or older who either reside in or have strong connections to Oakville to apply to design the 2026 Community Spirit Awards.

Each year, one local artist is commissioned to create eight unique artworks to be presented to award recipients.

Learn more about this opportunity in the news release and complete the online application form by Tuesday, April 15 to apply.

Memorandum from the Acting Chief Administrative Officer re:  Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) Milestone Achievements

Memorandum from the Commissioner of Public Works re:  2025 Waste Management Special Waste Drop-off Days

CS-07-25 - Confirmation of Halton Police Board Size and Diversity Plan for Council Appointments to the Board - Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019

Ontario Premier Doug Ford meets with Utah Governor as bid to reverse tariffs continues



Ontario Premier Doug Ford met with Utah Governor Spencer Cox in Toronto on Thursday, saying he is an important ally in the battle to get U.S. tariffs on Canada reversed.

Join the Earth Week clean up on April 26, 2025

Join us at one of more than 70 organized Earth Week clean up event locations on Saturday, April 26 from 9 to 11 a.m. 



Afternoon clean up events are taking place at Valleybrook Park, and at Kerr Street and North Service Road on Saturday, April 26 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre pool will be closed

Queen Elizabeth Park Pool will be closed for scheduled maintenance beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday April 16 and expected to reopen on Saturday, April 19 (closed for Good Friday). 

All rentals and drop in programs have been cancelled and pre-registered programs have been rescheduled.



Review the swimming and waterfit schedules to find swim times at other pools in Oakville.

Waterloo Region Selected to Host 2026 Ontario Summer Games

The Ontario government is investing $1.6 million to support Waterloo Region’s successful bid to host the 2026 Ontario Summer Games.

Ontario Breaks Ground on Long-Term Care Home in London

Construction is underway on Extendicare-London, a new 192-bed home in London, Ontario. This project was a recipient of the Construction Funding Subsidy top-up, part of the Ontario government’s commitment to build 58,000 new and upgraded long-term care beds across the province.

Ontario Expanding Access to Government Services in Peel Region

The Ontario government is making it easier and more convenient for residents and businesses to access government services by launching a new integrated service hub at Peel Region’s headquarters in Brampton. This innovative partnership between ServiceOntario and the Peel Region brings together provincial and municipal services in one shared space.

Food Banks experiencing record demand

Oakville's food banks are in record-breaking demand. If you can donate anything, please do. Your help is needed.

Fareshare Food Bank Oakville:

905-847-3988

oakvillefoodbank@gmail.com

Kerr Street Mission

905-845-7485

kerrstreet.com

The Salvation Army Oakville

salvationarmy.ca

Food 4 Kids Halton

food4kidshalton.ca

Oak Park & Neighbourhood Centre Food Bank

opnc.ca

Nourishing Neighbours Food Bank

Date: Every Thursday from 4:00pm to 5:30pm

Location: St. Luke's Anglican Church & Community Centre (3114 Dundas St W, L6M 4J3)

- All clients need to call 905-825-3364 to register

- All clients must be a resident of Oakville

Town of Oakville

1225 Trafalgar Road,

Oakville, Ontario

mayor@oakville.ca

905-845-6601