Clarington

Clarington is a municipality in eastern Durham Region, Ontario, spanning 611 square kilometers with a mix of residential and commercial areas alongside protected farmland. The territory reaches Lake Ontario's shoreline with waterfront trails and green space corridors.

The municipality was formed in 1974 through the merger of Bowmanville, Newcastle, Clarke, and Darlington Townships, receiving its current name in 1993. This consolidation brought several historic communities under a single governing structure.

The community expresses itself through several distinct neighborhoods like Bowmanville, Newcastle, and Courtice, where local shops and gathering spots shape daily life. These areas maintain a village character that draws people seeking connection to their roots.

Eight major highway exits connect the area to Toronto, with key access points including Courtice Road, Bowmanville Avenue, and Highway 35/115. These multiple connections allow relatively easy approach from various directions.

The area hosts significant energy infrastructure including the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station and the Durham-York Energy Centre. These facilities play a key role in supplying electricity to Ontario.

Location: Regional Municipality of Durham

Inception: 1974

Elevation above the sea: 106 m

Shares border with: Oshawa, Scugog, Cavan Monaghan

Website: http://clarington.net

GPS coordinates: 43.93500,-78.60833

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:23