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| Place | Oshawa |
| Type | City |
| Province / Territory | Ontario (ON) |
| Location | Durham |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 43.900556 |
| Longitude | -78.857222 |
| Population | 175,383 |
| Postal Code (FSA) | L1J |
| Area Code | 226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905 |
| Importance | Large city |
| CGN ID | FDMOP |
Oshawa is a city in Durham, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Oshawa is located at 43.9006°N, 78.8572°W.
Oshawa sits firmly upon the northern shore of Lake Ontario, defined by a landscape that slopes toward the water with a steady, quiet purpose. It lies 18.0 km south-west of Clarington, ON (from Clarington, ON: bearing 234°T), and is situated 15.1 km east-north-east of Ajax. The air here often holds the damp, cooling weight of the lake, particularly as dusk settles and the shadows stretch long across the pavement, turning the horizon into a thin, shimmering line of grey and violet. While the surrounding terrain remains largely urbanized, Samac Lake rests a modest 5 km away, offering a small, still pocket of water that reflects the changing seasons, while the more distant Pigeon River runs about 25 km away, carving its path through the broader regional topography. Farther afield, the protected expanse of Parc urbain national du Canada de la Rouge lies about 30 km away, serving as a reminder of the wilder, greener corridors that frame the outer edges of the region. The history of Oshawa finds its pulse in the steady hum of machinery and the long-standing tradition of automotive manufacturing that once defined the aspirations of many families. This industrial character shaped the local economy, creating a distinct identity built on the hard work of assembly lines and the innovation of engineers who looked toward the future of transportation. Even as the economy diversifies, the legacy of this work remains in the architecture of the older districts, where brick facades hold the heat of the afternoon sun and recall an era when Oshawa served as a primary engine for regional prosperity. The pace of life here moves with the deliberate focus of a place that understands the value of building things to last, balancing the grit of its industrial roots with a growing commitment to modern education and health sciences. Cultural life in Oshawa often centers on the vibrant energy of its post-secondary institutions and the shared rituals of a population that values both its heritage and its artistic potential. The community gathers for public events that animate the downtown streets, where the light hits the glass and steel of newer developments with a sharp, clean clarity. Among those who have emerged from this environment, individuals like the musician Neil Young have carried the influence of their early years in the region into their broader work, adding a layer of recognition to the local story. Whether through the seasonal movements of the people or the quiet persistence of its landmarks, Oshawa maintains a personality that is both pragmatic and deeply rooted in the realities of its own geography.
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Explore Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.900556, -78.857222. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.
Detailed location data for Oshawa includes the postal code (L1J), telephone area code (226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.
Location data for Oshawa is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |