This National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, the Town encourages residents to reflect on the purpose and importance of this day. Public commemoration of the impact of our actions and those before us on Indigenous communities, on the tragedy that occurred at residential schools, and honouring the lives lost, the survivors, and their families is vital to the reconciliation process. Learn more and get involved in Truth and Reconciliation Initiatives:

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Did you know September 19 to 25 is National Forest Week and Wednesday, September 21 is National Tree Day? As a Tree City of the World, the Town plans to celebrate and invites residents to get involved and learn more about trees and sustainability.

Here’s how:

September 21 – Attend A Free Tree Identification Presentation

Do you want to know the difference between a White Pine and a Red Pine, a Sugar Maple and a Red Maple? Register to join the Town’s Climate Change Coordinator Sarah Shields this National...

Read Mayor Don Mitchell’s statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II:

I am saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Her life has been devoted to our service with wisdom, dignity, grace and humility. Her 70 year reign has earned the trust and respect of generations of Canadians.

On behalf of the residents of Whitby, we join the world in expressing our heartfelt condolences to the entire Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom during this difficult...