Whitby Receives Funding To Support A Green and Inclusive Whitby Sports Complex

Today (March 5, 2024) marked significant investments in helping the Town of Whitby to achieve it’s sustainability goals, including being net zero by 2045.

Earlier this morning, Mayor Elizabeth Roy and members of Whitby Town Council gathered at the future site of the Whitby Sports Complex, where MP Ryan Turnbull awarded the Town $25 million from the Federal Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program to support the construction of the new recreational facility. This funding builds on the...

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Thriving with ThryvX: Revolutionizing HR and Recruiting Services

In the dynamic landscape of HR and recruiting services, one name stands out for its innovation, reliability, and commitment to client satisfaction: ThryvX. Founded over two decades ago by Corette Miller, ThryvX has become synonymous with HR excellence, offering flexible solutions to businesses across North America.

Seventeen years ago, under the name newinitiativesHR, ThryvX emerged onto the business scene, propelled by Corette Miller's extensive experience as a distinguished HR specialist....

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Mayor's Monthly Newsletter - March 2024

Hello, Whitby! My monthly newsletter keeps residents informed about what’s happening in our town and encourages engagement and communication. I’m always open to hearing your feedback! Email mayor@whitby.ca or call 905-430-4300 ext. 2203 to connect with me.  -Elizabeth Roy

On Feb. 7, I was pleased to launch a new Town of Whitby community advocacy campaign that highlights the urgent need for a new hospital in Durham. January 2024 marked two years since an independent...

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Town Announces Celebrating Youth Award Winners

Celebrate the giving spirit of Whitby youth

Seventeen Whitby youth have been selected as this year’s Celebrating Youth Award winners in recognition of their outstanding leadership and positive contributions to the community. 

Together, this year’s award winners were recognized for:

• volunteering for school councils and events;
• participating as positive role models within school teams;
• fundraising and volunteering for organizations like The Denise House, Footprints, 4 Autism, Durham Regional Police...

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Whitby Town Council Approves 2024 Budget

Last night, at a Special Council meeting, Whitby Town Council approved the Town’s 2024 Budget, wrapping up the 2024 budget process.

The approved budget will result in a 4.4 per cent Town budget increase or an estimated 1.5 per cent residential bill increase to support Town services. This represents an increase of just over 25* cents per day, per household for the delivery of important services residents rely on every day, like waste collection, snow clearing and parks maintenance. This budget...

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