Oshawa has announced a proposed 24/7 mental health and addictions urgent care clinic.
Oshawa presented the city’s vision to nearly 3,000 delegates at the e 2025 Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference.
The city emphasized the importance of continuous, around-the-clock access to mental health and addictions services through the proposed urgent care clinic.
Beyond healthcare, Oshawa highlighted its role in supporting growth and competitiveness in areas such as defence, infrastructure and economic development. With assets like Ontario Tech University’s ACE Climatic Wind Tunnel, Durham College’s AI/Hub and Centre for Cybersecurity Innovation, and the GM Canadian Technical Centre and GM Defense, the city positioned itself as a hub for innovation, advanced manufacturing and defence technologies.
Mayor Carter also stressed the importance of investments in critical infrastructure to support housing construction, attract high-quality jobs, protect vital community systems, and expand access to education and healthcare.
In addition, the Oshawa delegation underscored the value of Ontario’s post-secondary education system and the role of both domestic and international students in building a strong workforce to drive economic growth across the province.