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Nearly 10,000 patients in west Durham Region can now be connected to a family doctor after the province awarded just under $3.8 million to four family health clinics in the newly formed Durham West Family Health Team. Read more:

I joined the newly established Durham West Network Family Health Team to announce the nearly $3.8M investment to connect up to 9,936 new patients to primary care right here in our community. Thank you to the primary care providers and their teams who provide exceptional care across #Pickering and Durham Region.

Join us on June 10 to learn more about OPG's Pickering Nuclear Licence Renewal application. We have submitted an early application to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) requesting renewal and consolidation of Pickering Nuclear's Power Reactor Operating Licence and the Pickering Waste Management Facility's Waste Facility Operating Licence for a 10-year term from Jan. 1, 2027, to Dec. 31, 2036. This application includes plans to refurbish Units 5 to 8 to support continued operations for 30-plus years and progress the decommissioning of Units 1 to 4 - work that will help provide reliable, clean electricity for Ontario and support the province’s energy future. Learn more: bit.ly/3S6JqCe

Hydro and nuclear superpower life in Ontario. Together, they meet ~75% of the province's electricity needs, providing the reliable, clean, and affordable foundation for the future. ​ OPG is now working to strengthen this backbone of our grid. We're refurbishing and redeveloping our hydro and nuclear stations. We're constructing the G7's first Small Modular Reactor. And we're exploring new nuclear and hydro generation for the future.​ Together, hydro and nuclear will remain the power couple that makes Ontario an energy superpower.

The Invest Pickering 2025-2026 Community Profile is now out! Check it out now: investpickering.ca/why-picke…

Congrats to Tangled Hair Studio on their Grand Re-opening! 🎉 💇‍♀️ Now under new ownership and in a newly renovated space, the studio's team of professionals offer an array of high-quality hair and beauty services. Find them at 1305 Pickering Parkway, Unit 110 or online at tangledhairandspa.com/index.…

Congrats to Egg’n Smash on their grand opening! 🍳 🎉 The restaurant offers a variety of breakfast favourites, specialty sandwiches, coffee beverages, and all-day brunch options in a vibrant and family-friendly atmosphere. 🧇 ☕ Find Egg'n Smash at 981 Brock Rd, or online at eggnsmash.com/

At the May 25th Council meeting, the City of Pickering endorsed the Pickering Federal Lands - Land Use Review and Economic Analysis Recommendation Report, which calls for the protection of more than 7,500 acres of federal lands in north Pickering, with over 6,500 acres proposed for agricultural use within an expanded Rouge National Urban Park. The report recommends that 30-year farming leases be offered to encourage long-term agricultural investment. With the City advocating for the protection of nearly 80 per cent of the federal lands, it also envisions setting aside 1,900 acres for prestige employment uses. The resulting economic impacts would be significant for Pickering, with an estimated $3.7 billion in investment, $244 million in upfront revenues, and $18 million in annual tax revenues. From a property tax perspective, if applied to the 2026 residential tax levy, the annual $18 million in commercial and industrial tax revenues would effectively reduce property taxes by approximately 17 per cent. Equally important, this employment area is expected to generate approximately 16,000 high‑quality jobs for local residents. Economic development and job creation are powerful antidotes to sprawl, and by creating commercial investment and employment opportunities close to home, the City can reduce the need for residents to commute to Toronto, Markham, Vaughan, or Mississauga for work. This shift will ease congestion on highways, lower emissions, and give residents more time to spend where it matters most - at home with family and friends. Click here for full press release: investpickering.ca/news/post…

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation is undertaking a study to widen Highway 7 from approximately Reesor Road in Markham to Brock Road in Pickering, a corridor of about 10 kilometres. Currently a two-lane roadway, the corridor is being evaluated for expansion to four lanes to improve traffic flow, support growth, and enhance regional connectivity, including development within the Pickering Innovation Corridor. As part of the consultation program, the first Public Information Centre has been scheduled for: 📅 Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm 📍 Cornell Community Centre Auditorium, 3201 Bur Oak Ave, Markham For more information, visit investpickering.ca/initiativ…

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Congrats to Smile 4 Me Dental on their grand re-opening! 🦷 The owner, Lori Gallant, has worked in the dental profession for 30 years. She and her team offer services ranging from dental cleaning and tooth whitening to sports guards. They also specialize in working with children, making the dental hygiene experience friendly for kids of all ages. For more information or to book an appointment, visit smile4medentalhygiene.ca/

Public Notice 📢 A barge is now in place south of Pickering Nuclear Station until early June to support continued geotechnical assessments for the refurbishment planning. A refurbished Pickering will play an important role in supporting the province's future growth and electrification. Learn more: bit.ly/4wHOE7t

In this #HeritageHighlight, we go back to the 1960s when a true nuclear pioneer began to take shape on the shores of Lake Ontario. Construction on OPG's Pickering Nuclear Generating Station started in 1965, kicking off a legacy of clean, reliable power that continues to this very day. The station's first units began producing power in 1971, with more units coming online through the '70s and '80s. Today, we're writing the next chapter in Pickering Nuclear's story as we plan for the refurbishment of the station's Units 5 to 8. Ontario's next major nuclear refurbishment project will secure more than 2,100 MW of clean, reliable power and create thousands of jobs. Learn more about the station and its future: bit.ly/4dQYIn7

Congratulations to @GoodLifeFitness on their new location at Liverpool and Kingston! The fitness club has expanded to a bigger space in the plaza, providing a better experience for their existing and new clients. 🏋 🧘‍♂️ 🏃‍♀️ For more about this location and its amenities, visit goodlifefitness.com/clubs/cl…

Congratulations to Trans Power Utility Contractors Inc. on the Grand Opening of their Pickering location! ⚡ Trans Power delivers infrastructure services supporting the construction, maintenance, and expansion of utility networks. Specializing in power, gas, telecommunications, and civil work, Trans Power is committed to safe, efficient, and reliable project delivery. For more information, visit transpower.ca/

RT @MartinJYuill: Delighted to join @MayorKevinAshe & my friends from @InvestPickering at their annual Economic Outlook Event, which brings…

Congratulations to shypilates on their grand opening! Shypilates is a women-only studio with small, intentional classes in reformer, mat, and barre. Business owner Shy has practised Pilates for over eighteen years and focuses on precision, progression, and real results, while keeping classes fun and engaging. The studio is located at 629 Kingston Road. Learn more at shypilates.com/.

Congratulations to Watson's Glen Golf Club Golf Club on their brand new Clubhouse & Pavilion! 🏌‍♀️ In addition to the 18-hole course, they have a full practice range, chipping area, putting green, a licensed patio, and an on course beverage cart and snack bar to enhance player’s golf experience. ⛳

Yesterday, @InvestPickering hosted its third annual Economic Outlook Event at the @PickeringCasino Resort. This event brings together Pickering's businesses, developers, and stakeholders from a variety of industry sectors to provide key updates and share a vision for the future of the City's economic future. This year we were honoured to host Premier @fordnation as our keynote speaker, who announced that for the third year, @CityofPickering qualified for the Building Faster Fund. The city was presented with a cheque for 4.4 million dollars for meeting the housing targets set by the province. Speakers also included Minister of Finance @PBethlenfalvy , Luca Ceccato, Senior VP of Nuclear Refurbishment at @opg, @MayorKevinAshe, and Director of Economic Development Fiaz Jadoon Ec.D., CEcD. From the refurbishment of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station to the ongoing progress of the Innovation Corridor, the morning's speakers highlighted the excitement and opportunity of the years ahead.