Town Accepting 2023 Community Grant Applications

Starting today on Giving Tuesday, the Town is inviting local community and non-profit organizations that contribute to Whitby as a vibrant and caring community to apply for the Town’s 2023 Community Development Grant Programs.

• Mayor’s Fundraiser due by December 31, 2022
• Golf Tournament due by March 31, 2023

Community grants of up to $5,000 can be applied for throughout the year and are awarded monthly....

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Mayor Roy Statement on Province's Proposed Bill 23 - The More Homes Built Faster Act

Whitby Mayor Elizabeth Roy has issued the following statement related to the Province of Ontario’s proposed Bill 23 – The More Homes Built Faster Act:

“At a Special Council meeting held yesterday (November 24), our Council unanimously endorsed Staff Report PDP 65-22 as our position on the Province of Ontario’s proposed Bill 23. We join our municipal counterparts in voicing significant concerns about the Bill and the complete lack of consultation as to the impacts to towns and cities...

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The Top Things To Do In Whitby This Holiday Season - 2022

Holiday magic is in the air! Looking for something fun to do this holiday season? We’ve got you covered and rounded up the Town’s top activities to help get you in the festive mood. Be sure to check out our Whitby Events and Festivals web page for all the most up-to-date activities in our Town!

Grab a hot chocolate and experience Whitby’s twinkling lights. Starting Friday, November 25 Whitby Lights the Night will help make our community even brighter. Get ready to...

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Have Your Say on the Future of Parks and Recreation in Whitby

How do you currently use Whitby’s parks and recreation facilities? Do you want more tennis, pickleball, or basketball courts in our community? Do you want to see more funds invested in our arenas, pools, waterfront and/or the marina? The Town of Whitby is preparing a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan to guide future recreational services, infrastructure, and investments - and wants to hear from you!

When complete, the Plan will present a vision, as well as long-term goals and objectives, for how...

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