Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2024 05:08 AM
Hospital community campaign transitions to next phase
Today, the Town of Whitby announced next steps in the community advocacy campaign to bring a new hospital to Durham and care closer to home for residents.
Over the past eight weeks, almost 4,000 people have supported the campaign by signing a call-to-action letter or sharing a personal story about why a new hospital matters to them. As a next step, the Town will be papering municipal facilities with orange hearts, with each heart representing a...
Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 08:40 AM
Mayor Elizabeth Roy has released the following statement on the Province’s 2024 Budget.
The 2024 Ontario Budget released on March 26 is now the third consecutive provincial budget to be tabled without funding for an urgently needed new hospital in Durham Region.
This is unacceptable, especially considering Premier Doug Ford’s statement made Feb. 15 that “there’s going to be a Whitby hospital” and noting that a planning grant would be issued “very shortly.”
I remain hopeful that this funding will be...
Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2024 02:58 AM
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Four weeks into the eight-week campaign, thousands of people have signed the Town’s call-to-action letter or shared a personal story about why a new hospital matters to them.
Today marks the halfway point of the eight-week community advocacy campaign launched on Feb. 7, focused on the urgent need for a new hospital in Durham Region.
Over the first four weeks, we have seen a phenomenal response from the community with...
Posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 10:30 PM
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
What's happening at Council?You can check out details of the latest decisions and discussions at Whitby Council in the monthly Council Highlights.
The April Council Highlights include:
Posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 01:46 AM
Enbridge provided more than $12,000 to help support fire safety education in Durham Region.
As temperatures rise and people enjoy more time outdoors, Whitby Fire and Emergency Services has eight important safety reminders to help keep everyone safe no matter where you are: 1. Grill SafelyGet ready for BBQ season before you make your first tasty meal. At the start of the season, be sure to check hoses for leaks. Make sure your grill is clean and in a safe location that’s not too close to your...
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