COVID-19 Information

All Town recreational facilities and in-person programs to close, virtual programs are open.

On January 3, the Ontario government announced the entire province – including the Town of Whitby – will return to the modified version of its Step Two Roadmap to Reopen effective Wednesday, January 5, at 12:01 a.m. for at least 21 days (until January 26).

Learn how this will impact Town and find out what virtual programs are available.

Provincial Health and Safety Measures

View the latest news from the Provincial Government about COVID-19, health and education closures and re-openings.

ontario.ca/COVID19 durham.ca/novelcoronavirus

Need to report a large gathering or protest? Contact the Durham Regional Police non-emergency number 905-579-1520.

COVID 19 Quick links

Mental health resources

Canadian Mental Health Association

The Canadian Mental Health Association Durham is an integrated community mental health and primary care hub. The association provides a broad number of services to individuals and families experiencing mental health challenges from information and education to case management, psychosocial rehabilitation, housing and primary healthcare.

Durham Region

Durham Region also provides information to help support individuals through COVID-19. View their COVID-19 support:

Lakeridge Health

Lakeridge Health supports Durham Region residents on their care journey whether individuals are seeking medical attention or mental health services. Visit the Lakeridge Health website for more information to find support.

Additional information

Regional health guidelines and current cases

View information on up-to-date current regional public health guidelines, including safe gatherings, cases in Durham Region, social gatherings and how to celebrate special occasions with Durham Region's COVID-19 updates.

Getting tested and COVID-19 assessments

If you think you may have COVID-19, come in contact with someone who has it, or want to learn more about Ontario's assessments, testing locations, opening stages and essential workplaces, visit the provincial government's COVID-19 resource centre or contact Durham Region Health Department.

You can also visit the Canadian government's COVID-19 resources.

Face mask requirements

Effective July 10, 2020, you must wear a non-medical face mask or face covering within enclosed public spaces and common areas of apartment buildings and condominiums in Whitby. These mandatory instructions are issued by the Durham Region Medical Officer of Health.

Learn more about wearing masks and face coverings in Durham Region.

For more information on vaccines and how to book a vaccination appointment through Durham Region, visit durham.ca/COVIDVaccines.

You can also book a vaccination appointment at select local pharmacies. Find your closest COVID-19 pharmacy vaccine location.