Check Your Mail – Voter Notification Cards Are On Their Way to Whitby Residents

Whitby, October 6, 2022 — The next Whitby municipal election is fast approaching and will take place on Monday, October 24, 2022. In preparation for the election, Voter Notification Cards are being mailed to Whitby electors. Residents are encouraged to watch their mail for their card to arrive during the week of October 10 to October 14.

Each individual eligible elector on the Voters’ List in Whitby will receive a Voter Notification Card, which identifies the voter’s ward and school support. The...

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Thanksgiving Holiday – What’s Open/Closed

Whitby, October 6, 2022 - With Thanksgiving on October 10, here’s a look at what Town amenities and services are open or closed.

The Town’s parks, trails and many outdoor recreation facilities are open to enjoy. When visiting please do your part to keep these spaces clean - pick up after pets and use garbage cans, or take waste home with you. For a complete list of outdoor amenities available to enjoy, visit whitby.ca/parks.

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Construction Project Updates - October 2022

Turk Pond Access Rd. – Rossland Rd. / Thickson Rd.

Completion October 7, 2022

Works will include fine grading and paving a multi-use path to new pedestrian bridge.

Completion October 14, 2022

Works will include excavation, placement of granular ‘A’ pavement, curb, linemarking and light poles.

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - Statement from Mayor

Today, September 30, marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Mayor Don Mitchell has issued the following statement to recognize the day:

“Today, as we remember and honour the many children lost, the residential school survivors, and their families, Town Hall will be lit up orange tonight, and we have both lowered all flags to half-mast and raised one to represent #EveryChildMatters. As a country and a Town, we recognize the importance of the National...

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Whitby Unveils First Commemorative Orange Crosswalk

Today, the Town of Whitby unveiled the first orange crosswalk to honour the many children lost, residential school survivors, and their families in advance of The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, tomorrow, September 30.

Mayor Don Mitchell and members of Whitby Town Council were joined by Kim Wheatley, Anishinaabe Cultural Consultant from the Turtle Clan from Shawanaga First Nations Reserve, and community members to commemorate the official unveiling of the orange crosswalk...

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