As Easter Weekend approaches, Oshawa residents are being informed of holiday schedule changes that will affect City services, waste collection, and recreation facilities from Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know about how the Easter holiday may impact services in Oshawa:
Service Oshawa & City Hall
Service Oshawa will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6, but Customer Service Representatives will be available on Saturday, April 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.. If you need to contact Service Oshawa, you can reach them by phone at 905-436-3311 or by email at service@oshawa.ca. Please note that services will not be available on Good Friday and Easter Monday.
Waste Services
There will be no waste collection service on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6. However, due to the holiday schedule:
- Friday, April 3 collection will be moved to Saturday, April 4.
- The week of April 6 will also see a one-day delay in waste collection.
For more information or to set reminders for your waste collection, residents can visit oshawa.ca/waste or download the Durham Region Waste app.
Recreation Facilities
The City’s recreation facilities will follow a modified schedule over the Easter weekend. Please note that these hours apply to regular public access and facilities may operate outside specified hours for permitted rentals. Here’s a breakdown of recreation facility hours:
- Friday, April 3:
- Civic Recreation Complex: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Delpark Homes Centre: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, April 4:
- Civic Recreation Complex: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Delpark Homes Centre: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Donevan Recreation Complex: 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- South Oshawa Community Centre: 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Sunday, April 5:
- Delpark Homes Centre: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Monday, April 6:
- Civic Recreation Complex: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Delpark Homes Centre: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Please note that all other recreation facilities will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Additionally, registered recreation programs will be cancelled during the holiday weekend.
Important Notes:
- Public health and safety guidelines will continue to be followed at recreation facilities.
- Residents are encouraged to check the specific holiday hours of facilities and ensure they plan their visits accordingly.
Oshawa’s Easter Weekend service changes are aimed at accommodating both residents’ needs and the holidays, allowing people to enjoy the season while also ensuring critical services continue during the weekend.
For more details on the Easter Weekend services, check the City of Oshawa’s website or contact Service Oshawa for specific inquiries.
