Mayor Elizabeth Roy's Statement in Response to Strong Mayor Powers Announcement

Whitby Mayor Elizabeth Roy has issued the following statement in response to the June 16, 2023 announcement that Strong Mayor Powers will be expanded to Whitby:

“Today, Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, announced that Strong Mayor Powers will be expanded to 26 municipalities, including Whitby.

I want assure members of Council and Whitby residents that consensus-building and collaboration will continue to be my focus. One of my top priorities for this term of office is to...

Construction Project Updates - June 2023

Town of Whitby Projects

Did you know: The Town has a new interactive map where you can view updates about construction projects in the Town of Whitby?

1. Project Number: T-501-2023, Urban Road Reconstruction Beecroft Court (Off of McQuay Blvd.)

May 8, 2023 to June 30, 2023

Works include removal of base and top asphalt (may contain asbestos), curb and sidewalk repairs as required, new base and top asphalt, driveway and sod restoration.

Barrow Court (Off of Holiday Dr.)

May 8, 2023 to June 30, 2023

Works...

Brooklin General Store: A Hub of Sustainable Living and Community Connection

If you’ve strolled the quaint streets of Downtown Brooklin recently, you might have noticed a new and inviting shop: Brooklin General Store. Known for carefully curating products for intentional living, Brooklin General Store is a must-visit for those looking to live sustainably, without having to sacrifice style or function.

The idea behind Brooklin General Store first came to owner Rudy Yadav when she noticed a contradiction in her pursuit of sustainability. Rudy had to drive to Toronto to...

Cooling Centres

View the map below and click on the icons to view hours of operations for the different locations.

Town of Whitby residents can cool off during heat alerts at several Town community centres and libraries. You can also stay cool by swimming at the Whitby Civic Recreation Complex or Iroquois Park Sports Centre, or playing in one of 18 splash pads!

Stay up-to-date with the Region of Durham's Extreme Heat and Humidity alerts, here.

Stay cool, Whitby! 

Mayor's Monthly Newsletter - June 2023

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

Whitby's 2023 Food Guide is here!

Did you know Whitby has an amazing digital food guide? The 2023 edition is launching June 6 and it’s packed with information on local restaurants, pubs, cafes, bakeries, breweries, farmer’s...