From Brisbane to Barrie, Toronto to Tampa, cities are demonstrating their civic pride by erecting signs that become a gathering place and illustrate their uniqueness.
The OSHAWA SIGN TEAM envisages a dynamic and collaborative project, which will be:
• a testament to the indigenous history of Oshawa
• a landmark that embraces Oshawa’s transformative future
• a symbol of our collective commitment to build on the City’s strengths
• funded by donations, sponsors and public contributions
- Banner backdrop above is from Human Rights mural in front of City Hall.
In the months ahead we will be asking for public feedback and Oshawa City Council for endorsement in principle.
Note: the Oshawa Sign design is still to be determined. Part of the process is to require a public consultation!
BRIEF HISTORY
From its early days as a village and later as the home of the McLaughlin Carriage Company, the largest carriage works in the British Empire and the precursor to General Motors of Canada, Oshawa has prospered.
On March 8, 1924, with a population of 15,545, Oshawa received “City” status and throughout the late 1900s population and employment continued to grow.
Today, Oshawa has a population of over 172,000, and is the largest municipality in Durham Region. With roots in the manufacturing sector, Oshawa is now an education and life sciences hub. The city has three post-secondary institutions and is rich in arts and cultural assets, with over 500 cultural businesses, events and festivals.
OSHAWA SIGN SPONSORSHIP
The OSHAWA SIGN CAMPAIGN is an opportunity for individuals and businesses to show their support for a transformative future for Oshawa and for a 21st century social contract based on community, fairness, responsibility, and solidarity.
2024
100 YEARS
The name chosen from the original settlement and translated from the native dialect to mean … “that point at the crossing of the stream where the canoe was exchanged for the trail.”
