Honouring and Reflecting: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2022

This National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, the Town encourages residents to reflect on the purpose and importance of this day. Public commemoration of the impact of our actions and those before us on Indigenous communities, on the tragedy that occurred at residential schools, and honouring the lives lost, the survivors, and their families is vital to the reconciliation process. Learn more and get involved in Truth and Reconciliation Initiatives:

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Mayor's Statement - Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Passing

Read Mayor Don Mitchell’s statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II:

I am saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Her life has been devoted to our service with wisdom, dignity, grace and humility. Her 70 year reign has earned the trust and respect of generations of Canadians.

On behalf of the residents of Whitby, we join the world in expressing our heartfelt condolences to the entire Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom during this...

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Using Technology to Optimize Talent

Predictive Success can address staffing issues by using innovative technology to optimize talent. 

Do you ever wonder if it's possible to hire the perfect fit for your business? Predictive Success, located in the heart of Downtown Whitby, has a solution to the long-standing human resources challenge of identifying and optimizing talent. The family-led and rapidly-growing tech company has an innovative software solution that can assess a candidate’s personal skillsets and attributes to optimize...

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Labour Day 2022 – What’s Open/Closed

Whitby, August 25, 2022 – With Labour Day on Monday, September 5, here’s a look at what Town amenities and services are open or closed over the holiday period.

The Town’s splash pads, parks, trails and many other outdoor recreation facilities are open. When visiting please do your part to keep these spaces clean - pick up after pets and use garbage cans or take waste home with you. If you are planning on having a BBQ in the park during...

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Town Releases List of Certified Candidates for 2022 Whitby Municipal Election

43 candidates to run in Whitby for Municipal and School Board offices

Whitby, August 23, 2022 — The next Whitby municipal election will take place on Monday, October 24, 2022. A total of 43 candidates have been certified and will have their name included on the ballot to run for office this fall. View the complete list of candidates here.

Elected by acclamation is Steve Lee as he was the only candidate for the office of Town Councillor, North Ward 1. Marcellin Kwilu Mondo was also elected by...

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