Ward 2 Tracker

Big projects. Clear information.

Ward 2 has major projects and planning applications underway. This page tracks what is proposed, what has been approved, what is under construction and what happens next.

Kathleen will use this page to separate proposals from approvals, explain which level of government is responsible and identify the questions residents deserve answered.

No jargon. No rumours. No pretending a proposal is approved when it is still under review.

How to read the tracker

Status first. Source always.

Every card distinguishes the current stage, explains why the file matters locally, links to an official source and lists the questions Kathleen believes residents deserve answered.

ConstructionMajor contract awarded

Last checked August 31, 2026

Bowmanville GO Extension

What it is

Metrolinx awarded the major construction contract in January 2026 for the 18.7-kilometre extension from Durham College Oshawa GO Station to Bowmanville. Bridge work and other corridor construction are underway.

Why it matters

GO service will change how people travel and will influence development, traffic and local transit around the future Bowmanville station.

Kathleen’s questions

How will residents get to and from the station safely and efficiently?
What road and intersection improvements will be needed as station-area development grows?
How will Durham Region Transit connect neighbourhoods to the station?
How will construction impacts be communicated and coordinated?

Open official source

ProcurementPre-construction

Last checked August 31, 2026

Bowmanville Hospital Expansion

What it is

The Request for Proposals closed on June 23, 2026. Lakeridge Health says contract award is expected in fall 2026, with construction anticipated to begin shortly afterward. The redevelopment will more than double the size of the current hospital.

Why it matters

The redevelopment will increase local health care capacity and will also affect surrounding roads, parking, pedestrian movement and construction activity.

Kathleen’s questions

Are road, parking and pedestrian improvements being coordinated with the construction schedule?
How will nearby residents and businesses receive timely construction updates?
What work falls to Lakeridge Health, Clarington, Durham Region and the Province?
How can Council support the project without promising outcomes outside municipal control?

Open official source

Application under reviewNo decision has been made

Last checked August 31, 2026

Former Goodyear Lands, 45 Raynes Avenue

What it is

The current application proposes approximately 3,200 residential units, 9,890 square metres of non-residential space, parks, open space and stormwater facilities. Proposed building heights range from 4 to 25 storeys. The Municipality states that no decision has been made and the application remains under review. Separately, the Municipality reported on August 11, 2026, that it was taking additional action over significant safety concerns at the former industrial buildings. That enforcement update is distinct from the planning application.

Why it matters

This is a large redevelopment of a former industrial site close to established neighbourhoods and Downtown Bowmanville. Its size raises important questions about roads, traffic, environmental cleanup and how new development will fit beside nearby homes.

Kathleen’s questions

What do the traffic and infrastructure studies show?
How will the development transition in height and density toward existing neighbourhoods?
What environmental cleanup is required and how will it be verified?
What parks, open space and public connections are proposed?
Which costs will be paid for by the development, and which could fall to existing taxpayers?
How will resident feedback and technical review shape the proposal before a recommendation reaches Council?

Open planning application Open current site and safety updates

ConstructionOpening phases planned

Last checked August 31, 2026

South Bowmanville Recreation Centre

What it is

The Municipality plans to open the first phase in fall 2026. It includes a multi-sport dome, indoor walking track, courts, skating trail and multi-purpose rooms. The Aquatics Centre is planned for 2027.

Why it matters

This is one of Clarington’s largest community infrastructure projects and will serve a rapidly growing part of Bowmanville.

Kathleen’s questions

Will opening timelines and programming be communicated clearly?
Are parking, access and surrounding road improvements ready for increased activity?
How will the facility serve different ages, abilities and recreation needs?
How will future project costs and major changes be reported publicly?

Open official source

PlanningPublic consultation

Last checked August 31, 2026

Sports and Event Grounds, 801 Maple Grove Road

What it is

Clarington acquired 20 hectares immediately west of the South Bowmanville Recreation Centre in February 2026. Preliminary concepts include soccer, cricket, a sanctioned toboggan hill, trails, parking and space for large community events. Public consultation is scheduled for fall 2026.

Why it matters

The site could become a major recreation and events destination, with implications for traffic, parking, programming, cost and nearby neighbourhoods.

Kathleen’s questions

Which recreation needs do residents want this site to address?
How will traffic, parking and large-event impacts be managed?
What will the full project cost, and how will each phase be funded?
How will accessibility, trails and connections to the recreation centre be designed?

Open official source

OpenPhase 1 complete

Last checked August 31, 2026

Former Bowmanville Zoo Lands

What it is

The first phase of trails on the former Bowmanville Zoo lands is now open. Approximately 700 metres of accessible asphalt and crushed-limestone trails have been completed, along with naturalization planting, benches and related improvements.

Why it matters

The site can become a significant public green space and trail connection in east Bowmanville.

Kathleen’s questions

How will the trail system connect to surrounding neighbourhoods?
What accessibility features will be included in future phases?
How will the natural features of the Soper Creek area be protected?
What is the timeline and funding plan for later phases?

Open official source

ApprovedImplementation next

Last checked August 31, 2026

Downtown Bowmanville

What it is

Clarington Council approved a new municipality-wide Community Improvement Plan in August 2026. The plan provides tools to support revitalization, redevelopment and private investment through grants and other incentive programs. By-law 2026-078 was adopted on August 10, 2026.

Why it matters

Downtown Bowmanville is both an economic centre and an important part of local identity. Municipal decisions on accessibility, public space, parking, heritage and redevelopment can affect how easily people visit and invest downtown.

Kathleen’s questions

Which programs will best support accessibility and reinvestment?
How can parking and wayfinding be clearer for visitors?
How should heritage character and new investment work together?
How can growth around downtown bring more customers without making access harder?

Open official source

Draft long-term strategyWaterfront planning

Last checked August 31, 2026

Clarington Waterfront Strategy

What it is

Clarington is updating its long-term vision for 34 kilometres of Lake Ontario shoreline. The draft strategy focuses on public access, trail connections, accessibility, environmental protection, shoreline resilience and distinct waterfront experiences in Courtice, Bowmanville and Newcastle.

Why it matters

The Bowmanville waterfront is a major public asset. Long-term planning will shape future access, trails, recreation, environmental protection and investment.

Kathleen’s questions

How can Bowmanville gain better public access and trail connections?
Which ideas are realistic in the near term and which require additional environmental or engineering study?
How will capital costs and long-term maintenance be funded?
How will public access be protected as surrounding areas grow?

Open official source

Regional proposalNot yet in effect

Last checked August 31, 2026

GO Transit Station Charge

What it is

Durham Region is developing a Transit Station Charge for new development near the planned GO stations in Bowmanville, Courtice and Oshawa. The charge would help pay part of the design and construction costs for the new stations. It would apply only to new development in designated station areas and would not be added to property taxes. The draft still requires Regional Council endorsement and provincial consent before it can take effect.

Why it matters

The proposal connects growth, GO funding and who pays for new infrastructure. It matters to residents because it is intended to have development near the stations contribute to station costs instead of using property-tax revenue.

Kathleen’s questions

How much would the charge raise, and how much of the station costs would it cover?
Which Bowmanville properties would fall within the charge area?
How could the charge affect housing and commercial development near the station?
What exemptions or special rules would apply?
How will residents be able to see what is paid by development and what remains a public cost?

Open official source

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