May 2025 - Awareness Days and Observances

Whitby Town Council and staff recognize and value the contributions of the diverse communities that make our Town so unique and special. We also observe national and internationally recognized days and historical events. Learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Whitby. 

Read on to see a list of awareness days and observances for May 2025. Be sure to subscribe to this Awareness Days and Observances page for updates or visit whitby.ca/calendar to see if there are any virtual or in-person...

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Council Highlights - April 2025

Council highlights gives an overview of important decisions, discussions, and agenda items from Whitby Council meetings. The goal is to give residents a snapshot of the meetings. More information, including Council meeting minutes, can be found at whitby.ca/CouncilCalendar

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Notice of Service Disruption - Town Hall Roofing & Window Replacement

Visitors to Whitby’s Town Hall may notice construction fences and fewer parking spots as the building undergoes roofing and window replacements.

All entrances will remain open during this work, except for the south entrance which will be closed for public access from April 29 to May 19.

Work is expected to be completed by June 30, weather dependent.

These upgrades will make Town Hall more energy efficient by improving insulation and reducing heating and cooling costs, supporting the Town’s Zero...

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Whitby Sports Complex - Construction In Action Spotlight - April 2025

From pour to pride - big moves are happening at the future Whitby Sports Complex. The concrete for one of two arena ice pads is officially in! Our team was on-site to catch this exciting milestone in action.

Mayor Roy and Whitby Council Members tour the Whitby Sports Complex construction site on April 16, 2025
Thank you to the all-star crew who paved the way with skill, hustle, and precision - pouring, raking, leveling, and finishing the large amount of concrete needed to complete the slab...

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Whitby Moves to Strengthen Procurement Rules to Support Canadian and Local Businesses Amid Tariffs

The Town of Whitby is actively taking steps to navigate and minimize the impacts of U.S. imposed tariffs on Canadian and local businesses. 

Last night (April 14), Whitby Town Council unanimously supported amendments to the Town’s procurement by-law, which will go to Regular Council for approval on April 28. The updates to the by-law prioritize the purchase of goods and services from Canadian suppliers whenever possible and restricts U.S. businesses from bidding on Town contracts. The changes build...

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