Whitby Fire and Emergency Services Conducts Water Rescue Training Ahead of Summer Season

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Whitby Fire recruits practice vital water rescue techniques at the Whitby waterfront.

As part of ongoing emergency preparedness, thirteen firefighter recruits from Whitby Fire and Emergency Services recently completed intensive water rescue training at the Whitby waterfront. The training ensures first responders are equipped with the latest life-saving techniques – just in time for the busy summer season on the water.

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New Public Art Installation ‘Flutter’ Coming to Thickson Road

A vibrant new public art installation is coming to Thickson Road between Dundas Street and Nichol Avenue, adding beauty and character to one of Whitby’s key corridors.

After gathering community feedback on three shortlisted design concepts earlier this year, a jury has selected the winning design Flutter — a captivating sculptural installation featuring artistic representations of butterflies. Created by Ontario-based artist Nicolas Crombach, Flutter was selected for its imaginative design and...

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Mayor Roy’s Open Letter On Electing Four Regional Councillors By Ward

I want to take a moment to follow up on a May 28 media release from the Town that shares a recent change approved by Whitby Council: starting in 2026, we’ll be electing our four regional councillors by ward instead of at large.

A lot of misinformation has been shared about this issue and its important to make sure residents have the facts.

Whitby isn’t the small town it used to be. We’re growing fast, and our governance model needs to keep up. Electing regional councillors by ward will:

• Give every...

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Notice of Service Disruption – McKinney Centre

Earlier this morning (on June 11), while McKinney Centre was shut down for regular maintenance, a chemical leak was identified by staff in the building

Out of an abundance of caution, residents may have noticed emergency personnel onsite earlier while the situation was addressed.

As previously planned, McKinney Centre is currently closed and will reopen as planned at 4 p.m.

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Mayfield House and the Ontario County House of Refuge Designated as Heritage Properties

Mayfield House and the Ontario County House of Refuge Designated as Heritage Properties.

The Town of Whitby has passed By-law 8194-25 to designate the Mayfield House at 780 Garden Street, and By-law 8195-25 to designate the Ontario County House of Refuge at 300 High Street, as heritage properties under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. These properties are an important part of Whitby's cultural heritage.

Any Notice of Appeal must be filed with the Town Clerk by 4 p.m. on July 10, 2025.

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