Jim Lee

City of Oshawa Councillor for Ward 2, Retired Firefighter, Labour Leader, Father, Grandparent. All views, posts and opinions are my own.

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I had a wonderful time celebrating Asian and South Asian Heritage Month right here in Oshawa!
The talent on display was absolutely incredible, and the entertainment was amazing from start to finish. It is so wonderful to see our community come together.

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Amazing time at the Public Works at Work event! It takes a massive behind-the-scenes effort to keep a city like Oshawa moving every day. To all of our Public Works staff: thank you for your incredible hard work day in and day out!

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I attended Fire Hall #6 during Emergency Preparedness Week and had the opportunity to thank our firefighters for all they do for the citizens of Oshawa.
Their dedication, courage, and commitment to keeping our community safe are truly appreciated.

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The Oshawa Fire Fighters Association was honoured by Muscular Dystrophy for donating $1 million over the years to such a worthwhile charity.
This incredible generosity reflects their deep commitment to supporting our community and making a difference in the lives of others.

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I attended the retirement luncheon hosted by the Oshawa Fire Fighters Association to honor firefighters retiring this year and last.
Congrats to Candice and Al on over 30 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Oshawa.
Wishing you both a long, healthy, and happy retirement.

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Big news for Durham!Congratulations to the Durham RAP House and the Oshawa/Clarington Welcome Centre on their grand opening at the Midtown Centre (200 John St. W).
These spaces are more than just offices they are hubs for connection, settlement support, and belonging.

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I had a great time attending the Polar Plunge Day with Durham Regional Police in support of Special Olympics! 🥶💙
Over $50,000 raised for an amazing cause—congratulations to everyone who took the plunge!

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Congrats to the Durham Attack Blast U18 volleyball team on winning GOLD at the Grand Prix tournament this weekend!
Janice and I are so proud of our grandson and their teammates—your hard work, dedication, and teamwork truly paid off. What an incredible achievement! 🎉
Way to go!

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Congratulations to Beautiful Threads Foundation on their grand opening in downtown Oshawa! A women’s thrift boutique offering affordable fashion while supporting women in crisis in our community.
Wishing you success as you make a meaningful difference, one thread at a time!

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Oshawa has a new best-kept secret. 🤫 I spent the evening at Teddy P’s Gin and Jazz at Black Box. It's a fantastic speakeasy-style experience right at 70 King St E. If you enjoy live jazz and a unique atmosphere, the next event is April 24th. Highly recommend attending!

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A morning well spent! Councillor Chapman and I joined the Meals on Wheels program to deliver fresh meals to neighbors who have difficulty leaving their homes. Proud to support such a vital service. 🚚✨

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$162,000 raised for The Refuge! 👣
A huge shoutout to everyone who walked in the Coldest Night of the Year. Councillor Chapman and I were proud to be part of such an impactful night. Way to go, Oshawa! #CommunityFirst #CNOY2026 #Oshawa

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Trivia night success! 🥂
Janice and I grabbed 3rd place at the Chamber of Commerce event. A fantastic night with a little friendly competition. Watch out, we’re eyeing that trophy for next year! 🏅 #OshawaEvents #TriviaTime

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4 years. 4 trophies. 🏆
Our Fire Fighters A team just secured their 4th straight A Division title at the Southern Ontario Tournament after a massive win over Toronto. Way to bring it home, boys! #FourPeat #FireFighterHockey #Oshawa

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Knowledge is power. I had a fantastic week at the Ontario Professional Fire Fighters educational seminar. With 260+ attendees from across the country, the energy and commitment to learning—especially from the newer generation—was outstanding #ProfessionalDevelopment #FireFighters

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Beyond proud of our grandson, Jim Lee Jr., for signing with the University of Guelph volleyball team! 🏐

Your hard work has paid off — we couldn’t be prouder. We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way, Jim!

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A powerful morning at City Hall. I was honored to attend the Black History Month flag-raising and Proclamation ceremony. The weather was biting, but the community spirit was stronger! Thank you to everyone who showed up to honor this month.

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congrats to our grandson and the Durham Attack Blast! They took Pittsburgh by storm this past weekend and are coming home with the Gold Medal! Watching these boys work together as a team is such a joy. All those hours of practice really paid off on the court. We are beyond proud.

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For the first time in 20 years, World Religion Day returned to Oshawa. It was an honor to bring greetings on behalf of the City of Oshawa to such a meaningful event. Huge thanks to the Durham Multifaith Community for a day centered on inclusion, diversity, and understanding.

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Janice and I are so proud of our granddaughter Lucy Lee on her Academic Excellence Award for Athletes at Brock University. Your hard work in the classroom and on the field is inspiring! Job well done, Lucy! 👏

#AcademicExcellence #OshawaProud #BadgerPride #StudentAthlete #BrockU