Thanksgiving Holiday- What's Open and Closed

With Thanksgiving on Monday, October 11, here’s a look at what Town amenities and services are open or closed over the holiday period.

Town Hall and Garden Street Branch in-person and phone services will close at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 8 and will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 12.

Should you need to reach our Operations team after-hours during the holiday period, please call 905.434.2034.

The Civic Recreation Complex Health Club...

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Statement from Mayor Don Mitchell on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Today, September 30, marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Mayor Don Mitchell has issued the following statement to recognize the day:

“As a country and a Town, we recognize the importance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Today, the Town will both raise a flag to represent #EveryChildMatters and fly all flags at half-mast as we remember and honour the many children lost, the residential school survivors, and their families. I hope that you will...

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Whitby Honours and Reflects Upon the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day

This National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, the Town is taking action to stand in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples, and help drive awareness of the individual, family, and community inter-generational impacts of Residential Schools in our country.

While all Town facilities and services remain open on Thursday, September 30, there will be reflection and learning on the purpose and importance of this day, the impact of our actions and those before us on indigenous...

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Call for 2022 Community Development Grant Applications Now Open

Community grants and Lead Cause grants available for local causes

The Town is inviting local community and non-profit organizations that contribute to Whitby as a vibrant and caring community to apply for the Town’s 2022 Community Development Grant Programs.

• Mayor’s Fundraiser due by October 31, 2021
• Mayor’s Golf Tournament due by March 31, 2022

Community grants of up to $5,000 can be applied for...

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Proof of Vaccination to be Required to Enter Town Recreation Facilities Starting September 22

Proof required for those age 12 years old and up 

The Town of Whitby is advising residents that effective Wednesday, September 22, 2021, proof of vaccination will be required to enter the following Town facilities as part of Ontario’s Proof of Vaccination Policy:

• Iroquois Park Sports Centre
• Brooklin Community Centre (excluding the Brooklin Branch of the Public Library)
• McKinney Centre
• Luther Vipond Arena
• Whitby Civic Recreation Complex
• Whitby 55+ Centre

As required by the Province, all patrons 12 years...

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