Posted on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 04:45 AM
New Backyard Tree Planting Program Aims to Enhance Whitby’s Urban Forest
Residents can spruce up their backyard by planting native trees on their property with the help of a new Backyard Tree Planting Program.
The Town’s new program – offered in partnership with the Region of Durham, neighbouring municipalities and LEAF (Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests) – will help Whitby become a greener community by subsidizing up to 50 per cent the cost for residents to plant native trees or...
Posted on Friday, June 26, 2020 02:15 AM
The Town of Whitby and Downtown Whitby Business Improvement Area (BIA) are working together to provide new ways to support the safe reopening of area businesses.
Last Friday, June 19, as part of the Whitby’s move into Stage 2 of reopening, the Town announced the waiving of application fees and development of an expedited approval and permitting process for outdoor patio spaces. Minor construction on some outdoor patio spaces will be compeleted this month in Downtown Whitby.
This week, in response...
Posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 05:45 PM
Series to feature artistic talents of local musicians
Starting Wednesday, July 8, Whitby residents will be able to enjoy live performances from local musicians from the comfort of their homes during ‘Whitby Live’ – the Town’s new virtual summer concert series.
“Whitby Live is about sharing the incredible talent of our local musicians,” said Mayor Don Mitchell. “We have something for every musical taste, so please join us for a summer of song.”
Performances will take place each Wednesday and...
Posted on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 09:15 PM
Splash pads to reopen by end of month
On, Monday, June 15, the Ontario government announced that municipalities within the Durham Region Public Health Unit – including the Town of Whitby – can move into Stage 2 to re-open our local economy.
Here’s what residents need to know as the Town moves into Stage 2:
Summer Camps
On Wednesday, June 3, the municipality announced the cancellation of all in-person Town of Whitby, Community Connection, and Station Gallery summer day camps, including the Junior Fire...
Posted on Monday, June 22, 2020 08:30 PM
Canada Day will look a little different this year due to COVID-19 – here’s what you need to know leading up to July 1:
Parks, Trails, and Outdoor Recreation Facilities
While enjoying parks, trails and other outdoor recreation facilities, stay safe by always maintaining a distance of two metres or six feet between yourself and any person outside your household or social circle.
A reminder that the provincially-mandated closure of municipal playgrounds and playground equipment remains in effect at...
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