r/Oshawa • • 1d ago

Weekly Events in Oshawa

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Use this thread to share events in the coming week throughout the region. This is a scheduled post and a new one will come up on Sundays. Other local subreddits have weekly posts as well, including r/Oshawa and r/Whitby. The same rules apply, but cross-posting is fine. Additional events may be found in the Regional Calendar or at DurhamRegion.com. Please feel free to highlight any of these in the comments below. Please adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Both free and paid events are allowed
  • If tickets are required, please include a link; these may require manual approval due to spam filters, but we'll approve them!
  • Garage sales and group sales are allowed, but not single item sales. Please do not share someone else's garage sale or their address without permission.
  • Religious and political events are allowed only if they are welcoming and inclusive to the entire community.

We are aware of the following farmer's markets operating in the region for summer 2026. Please use modmail to notify the mods of errors or any we have missed:

  • Whitby Farmer's Market on Wednesdays from 9am-3pm, Whitby Public Library (Central Branch)
  • Brooklin Farmer's Market on Saturdays from 9am-2pm, beginning on June 13 at 3 Vipond Road in Whitby (near Whitby Public Library's Brooklin Branch)
  • Oshawa Farmer's Market on Fridays from 8am-2pm at the Oshawa Centre SOUTH Parking Lot -- New location near the former site of The Bay
  • North Oshawa Farmer's Market on Saturdays from 9am-2pm at the Delpark Homes Centre Southeast Parking Lot
  • Pickering Farmer's Market on Tuesdays from 9am-2pm beginning June 16 in the North West parking lot at the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex at 1867 Valley Farm Road
  • Ajax Farmer's Market on Thursdays from 2pm-7pm at the Ajax Community Centre North Parking Lot
  • Bowmanville Farmer's Market on Fridays from 9am-2pm at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex
  • Uxbridge Farmer's Market on Sundays from 9am-2pm at The Second Wedge Brewing Co.

r/Oshawa • • 3d ago

Municipal Election: Vote Compass

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The Star has put out a vote compass survey for various municipalities in Ontario, including Oshawa. Currently only half of the mayoral candidates have responded, though, so I encourage folks to reach out to them and ask them to respond (you can do it directly through the vote compass platform!)

Happy voting, Oshawa


r/Oshawa • • 8h ago

Frustrated at the lack of mental health support in the area.

16 Upvotes

I won’t lie I’m sitting in the hospital typing this. I’ve been admitted to different hospitals and units a total of almost 20 times in my 21 years on this earth. It’s genuinely at the point where I’m just told there isn’t much available that I haven’t already done. Which I’m willing to try things again, however I need long term support more than anything. While yes assisted living/group homes would be a great option OW denies my applications and ODSP straight up ignores my applications. So that’s not an option because I have no income. I’ve also recently tried getting an act team but they never contacted me so I’m assuming that referral was denied. I’m just at a loss at this point like I don’t know what to do.

The reason I’m making this post is just wondering if anyone knows of anything available (program-wise) that could help. Im also all ears for any advice anyone has.

I’m sorry if this is an unorthodox place to make this post but I need to know if some local peeps know of anything

I also want to clarify I don’t want money or anything of financial value. Just advice from people in the know about mental health programs in the area.


r/Oshawa • • 11h ago

Neighbor has illegal airbnb

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My neighbor has moved to a new home and have put up the old one as an airbnb. I know from the city website that their airbnb is not legal- it is not listed in the city approved short-term rental list, the owner is not living on the property, and breaking few other by-laws.
What is the way to raise a complaint to the city, I heard they do not take anonymous complaints, I do not want to give them my name in case my neighbor comes to know which can raise resentments/conflicts.
It is more of a concern to be honest since I do not feel safe with a "new" neighbor every week or month.


r/Oshawa • • 6h ago

What is going on with all the Christmas lights on already?

10 Upvotes

I walk a lot and have noticed in the last week a lot of houses already have their Christmas lights up and ON!! WTH?


r/Oshawa • • 12h ago

Make friends in late 20s/30s

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Hello guys,

I am an introvert that does not have family here. How can I make friends in the Oshawa/Durham Region area?

I work remotely from home so the workplace is not really an option.

There are times where I feel like going out but I don't like going to places just by myself, at the same time I want to come out of my shell.

I feel like I am in isolation just being at home all the time, and it gets lonely at times. I also think I have mild depression from it.

What do you guys think?


r/Oshawa • • 1d ago

Forming a Group of Local Artists

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Hey fellow Oshawa people! I'm a local character/book illustrator who wants to find other people to connect with and meet up with irl for projects and field trips and other fun stuff. Artists supporting artists.

Its free to join, costs only to participate in outings. Take a look at my flyer for more details and please fill out the form if you want to join!

Edit: just wanted to add that all artists are welcome, not just visual artists. Anyone who wants to make a difference in the world with their work. https://form.jotform.com/262479359864274


r/Oshawa • • 17h ago

Best Thanksgiving Specials

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Family is looking for where to eat Sunday and wondering where has the best deals this Sunday specifically


r/Oshawa • • 17h ago

Hudson’s Bay at Oshawa Centre

2 Upvotes

Any idea what will replace The Bay at the Oshawa Centre?


r/Oshawa • • 8h ago

Native smokes

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Does anyone sell native smokes here in oshawa i dont have a car to get to the rez.

Or is anyone going to the rez and can pick me up some?


r/Oshawa • • 1d ago

RVs parked on Fox Street (by Walmart)

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Does anyone know why there are always so many trailers (and trucks) parked along Fox Street, by the South/Stevenson Walmart? I’ve always wondered what they’re doing there.


r/Oshawa • • 22h ago

More charges laid after two police officers struck in Oshawa

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r/Oshawa • • 1d ago

Friends, Movies

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Anybody else really into movies or chess or sports or working out? Looking for local friends who are into any of those things to eventually meet up with. Or is there a local discord atleast in general for making friends?

I’m M btw


r/Oshawa • • 16h ago

Can anyone drive me from Oshawa/ Kawartha to Toronto

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I really need to get to the city right now and will give u money for a ride lmk! Or at least from kawartha area to the Oshawa Go station lmk


r/Oshawa • • 1d ago

Looking to meet people oshaw m24

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Hey! I’m 24M. Pretty chill, easygoing, and respectful. I’m looking to meet someone who’s also interested in a casual, no-pressure connection and seeing where the vibe goes.
I’m into good conversations, movies, food, late-night drives, and trying new things. I’m clean, discreet, and value mutual respect and clear communication.


r/Oshawa • • 2d ago

Mayoral candidates

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I am just wondering if there's anywhere I could go to find a decent breakdown of each of the candidates. I've been to a few of their pages and it mostly seems like standard politician drivel.


r/Oshawa • • 2d ago

Anyone in Oshawa interested in getting into board games?

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Hey guys, how’s everyone doing?

I’ve been getting interested in board games lately and wanted to actually get into them. Most people I know aren’t really into board games, so figured I’d see what’s out there.

Are there any groups around Oshawa open to new people, or anyone else looking for people to play with? I haven’t played a ton, so I’m open to pretty much anything. Just looking for something social, trying some games, having some laughs and seeing what we end up liking.

I’ve heard Brew Wizards Board Game Café is pretty good too, so that could be a fun place to try.

If anyone’s interested, or can point me in the right direction, let me know. Much appreciated!


r/Oshawa • • 2d ago

Best Pizza South Oshawa?

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Need good recommendations for best Pizza South Oshawa and Bloor and harmony 401 Grandview South area?


r/Oshawa • • 2d ago

Power outage in oshawa

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The outage map is not up to date but there are other regions affected too!


r/Oshawa • • 2d ago

Make sure you are still registered to vote. I was removed from the list.

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I've been on the voter list for past municipal elections, but I have somehow been removed this year. Please double check you are still registered to vote: https://oshawa.voterservices.ca/voterlist/home/1813

If you have also been removed, you'll need to re-register in order to receive the letter you need to vote online.


r/Oshawa • • 3d ago

Canadian Automotive Museum tired of crime, lack of safety in downtown Oshawa

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In the past two weeks, the museum was handed $1,500 in municipal by-law fines related to the activity on Museum property


r/Oshawa • • 3d ago

The best Eggnog ever is Canadian made!!

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r/Oshawa • • 3d ago

Allergy increase in cats?

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My cat (6YO, female, spayed) got allergies starting May this year. This is the first time this had happened to her. She’s been super itchy through these months. She’s been on a couple of treatments with a couple of vets in the area. Hopefully will be getting better soon.

During the my visit today my vet mentioned that they’ve been seeing an increase in allergies in cats. Could be a coincidence, could be environmental?

Have you all with cats noticed this?


r/Oshawa • • 3d ago

Reputable car dealerships

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Currently in the market looking for a used SUV. I have a small budget as I’m currently a university student. Just got out a really shady deal with another dealership prior and now I’m very hesitant to go to random highly rated dealers. Any information is helpful, thanks.


r/Oshawa • • 4d ago

To the Person/People putting up posters for a white supremacist organization downtown

284 Upvotes

Youre a pathetic coward and I just ripped down three of them.