Mayor Roy's Statement on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honour the memory of the six million Jewish lives lost in the Holocaust, along with the countless others who suffered under Nazi persecution.

This day serves as a powerful reminder of where unchecked hatred can lead. It also challenges us to reflect on our shared responsibility to ensure history is never forgotten and to stand united against hate, prejudice, and discrimination in all its forms.

In Whitby, we take pride in being a welcoming and...

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Supporting More Housing in Whitby

One-year of Housing Accelerator Fund programs help speed up and support diverse housing options in community

The Town of Whitby is continuing its commitment to support more and diverse housing options in the community as growth continues.

Following its 2024 Housing Accelerator Fund agreement with the Government of Canada to fast-track housing development, Whitby has launched a variety of new programs and initiatives designed to accelerate housing creation and expand options for residents. These...

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Mayor Roy's Statement on Vandalism at Whitby Central Library

I am deeply troubled and saddened to learn that an act of antisemitic vandalism occurred at the Whitby Central Library last week, where several swastikas were carved into the wall of one of the washrooms.

Library staff responded immediately by covering the graffiti and calling police, who responded to the scene.

“Such hateful symbols have no place in our community, especially not in a library, which should be a safe and welcoming space for all,” says Rhonda Jessup, CEO and Chief Librarian.

This...

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Giving New Life to Used Natural Christmas Trees

UPDATED - The Town of Whitby is proud to partner with the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) to give new life to used natural Christmas trees. Trees collected by the Town are being delivered to CLOCA to help stabilize stream banks, control erosion, collect sediment, and more. Learn more from our Waste Services Coordinator Sean Mensour live from the site.

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Advocating For Local Priorities as Growth Continues

Homelessness, healthcare, housing, and addressing the funding gap are Whitby’s focus for 2025

Whitby is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Canada. Due to this significant growth and limited financial resources being left to the local level of government, municipalities like Whitby are facing several challenges. These include issues like homelessness, healthcare, housing, and a funding gap to support resident’s quality of life.

With provincial and federal elections anticipated this year,...

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