What's Happening

Animal Services for the Town of Whitby would like you to know that foxes are living among us.Although foxes are primarily nocturnal animals you may see them throughout the day. Foxes are very adaptable and live in many different environments. Currently foxes are having their young and seeking out locations for a den.  A den can be under a deck, in a garden, under a shed or in a culvert.  Do not try and move them. Be patient and allow them to remain; the parents and young will abandon t...

Residents of the Town of Whitby will have more opportunities to stay healthy and active thanks to the recent completion of the Peel Park redevelopment and accessibility improvement project.Government representatives joined community leaders and local residents at Peel Park today to celebrate the conclusion of extensive renovations, accessibility improvements and upgrades. The work that has been done at Peel Park includes new tennis surface, lacrosse box, redevelopment of three ball diamonds and ...

Art exhibit showcases secondary students’ personal expressions of diversityWhitby, May 1, 2012—The Town of Whitby is pleased to announce that Diverse-City Whitby, presented by the Town’s Ethno-cultural and Diversity Advisory Committee of Council in partnership with Sinclair Secondary School and Henry Street High School, will showcase student art during the month of May at the Whitby Central Library. This special event celebrates and promotes culture and inclusivity."I invite th...

The Town of Whitby is pleased to announce the launch of its new corporate website, www.whitby.ca.With a fresh design, the new website provides improved tools and expanded information to better serve the needs of residents, visitors and our businesses.“I am happy with the Town of Whitby’s new website and look forward to receiving input from residents on how we can serve the community better,” says Mayor Pat Perkins.The website’s new appearance and how the information is or...

Once again, Doors Open Whitby offers residents and visitors an opportunity to explore and experience Whitby’s rich architectural treasures and historic past, at no cost. This free event is one of over 50 Doors Open events that will be held in Ontario from April through October 2012 as part of the Doors Open Ontario program of the Ontario Heritage Trust.On Saturday, May 5, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 11 sites will be open to the public to view and experience the rich heritage of the...