Whitby Mayor To Advocate For Local And Regional Priorities At AMO Conference

Whitby Mayor Elizabeth Roy will join municipal leaders from across Ontario at the 2025 Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference, taking place in Ottawa from Aug. 17 to 20.

The annual event brings together thousands of delegates from hundreds of municipalities to address province-wide challenges and advocate for stronger, more resilient communities.

During the conference, Mayor Roy will meet with provincial ministers to advance key priorities for Whitby and Durham — with a strong focus...

Read more

Be Well in Whitby: A Place to Rest, Recharge, and Restore

The Town of Whitby is quickly emerging as a wellness destination in the Region, offering a unique blend of luxury, and convenient wellness experiences. FromThermëa Spa Village Whitby to The R.E.S.T. Centre float therapy, relaxing massage options, and holistic wellness clinics, Whitby provides something for everyone. Visitors can rejuvenate both body and mind for the day or stay for a restorative weekend getaway. Whether you're looking to rest, recharge, or restore, Whitby is a destination that nurtures your...

Read more

Breaking Barriers in Whitby: Camp Molly Inspires Female and Non-Binary Youth in Fire Services

Whitby Fire and Emergency Services proudly hosted Camp Molly Durham, an immersive four-day program designed to inspire and empower youth aged 15 to 18 who identify as female or non-binary.

This transformative camp offered participants a hands-on opportunity to explore careers in fire and emergency services - fields where women and gender-diverse individuals continue to be underrepresented. Under the mentorship of active-duty firefighters, campers suited up and took part in live fire suppression...

Read more

Construction Project Updates - August 2025

Town of Whitby Projects

Did you know? The Town has an interactive map where you can view updates about construction projects in the Town of Whitby.

August 2025 to 2028

Work will take about three years and requires coordination with multiple agencies and utilities. Detour routes will be posted, but all north/south roads crossing Columbus Road will remain open. This project supports growth in Brooklin and Whitby.

Starting August 2025,...

Read more

Waterfront Trail Reopens Following Major Upgrades

The upgraded section of the Whitby Waterfront Trail between Forbes Street and Boundary Road (Intrepid Park) is now officially open to the public.

After months of dedicated work supported by a federal investment of $2.6 million through the Active Transportation Fund, the waterfront trail project has now been completed. As part of the work, the existing asphalt trail was fully reconstructed and widened to four metres to better accommodate both pedestrians and cyclists. As well, a new...

Read more