On March 14, 2020, the first case of COVID-19 in Whitby was confirmed. In light of this recent development, Town of Whitby, Mayor Don Mitchell has issued the following statement:

“We have just learned that of the seven positive COVID-19 cases currently being monitored by the Durham Region Health Department, one is a Whitby resident. We understand that they have been discharged from Lakeridge Health Oshawa and remain in self-isolation. We wish them a speedy recovery.

The health and well-being of our community is our top priority. Through good hand hygiene and social distancing, we can all help prevent the spread of germs and illness. Rest assured, the Town continues to do everything it can to help keep residents safe and healthy, including the facility and event closures announced on March 13, 2020.”

For More Information

For the most up to date information, refer to the Durham Public Health Department or @DurhamHealth for local updates and the Ministry of Health for provincial updates.

Read the March 14 news release from Lakeridge Health.