June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. The Town is recognizing the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.

Through its core values and People Strategy, the Town is committed to celebrating diversity and supporting an environment where everyone is valued and respected.

There are many ways to learn more about Indigenous culture, history and challenges facing its people today.

Here are some ways...

Starting Wednesday, June 16, residents will once again be able to enjoy live performances from local musicians from the comfort of their homes during ‘Whitby Live’ – the Town’s virtual summer concert series.

Performances will take place each Wednesday at 7 p.m. from June 16 to August 19. Residents can livestream performances through the Town of Whitby’s Facebook page.

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Outdoor gatherings of 10 people, non-essential retail and outdoor dining to open

Earlier this week, the Ontario government announced the entire province – including the Town of Whitby – can enter Step One of its three-step roadmap to reopen effective Friday, June 11 at 12:01 a.m.

The move is based on improvements in key public health and health system indicators, as well as more than 60 per cent of adults having received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine. The province will remain in Step One...

On May 26, Lakeridge Health announced preliminary steps in the process to select a site for a new acute care hospital with an emergency room being planned for Durham Region. 

Yesterday evening, June 7, 2021, the Whitby Hospital Task Force – a group of community and Town representatives preparing for next steps in the site selection process – also provided an update to Town Council.

Based on these recent developments, Mayor Don Mitchell has issued the following statement:

“We are...