The Whitby Tourism Development Corporation is the official destination development and tourism marketing organization for the Town of Whitby. Officially operating as a municipal service corporation since October 2024, wholly owned by the Corporation of the Town of Whitby, the primary income source of the Corporation is 50 percent of the Whitby Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT), pursuant to applicable By-law #8082-24 and Ontario Regulations.
The purpose of Whitby Tourism Development Corporation is:
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The Host in Whitby Grant Program supports tourism in Whitby by providing up to $5,000 in financial assistance to owner/operators, private event organizers, and not-for-profit organizations hosting events that attract and retain visitors to both their venue and the broader Whitby community. The program aims to strengthen Whitby’s reputation as a vibrant destination by encouraging tourism-based events that boost the local economy and showcase the Town’s appeal.
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About the Host in Whitby Grant ProgramThe Host in Whitby Grant Program provides financial assistance of up to $5,000 to owner/operators, private events and not-for-profit organizations, hosting events in the Town of Whitby that attract and retain visitors not only to their location/event, but to the community of Whitby. The Grant Program aims to enhance tourism across Whitby by encouraging and supporting tourism-based events that contribute to the local economy and enhance Whitby’s profile as a vibrant destination. Aimed at supporting existing events and projects in Whitby and attracting new activations and events to the Town, the Host in Whitby Grant Program supports visitor-friendly, welcoming, inclusive, vibrant and accessible events rooted in economic, social and cultural connectivity. It also encourages inclusivity and strong partnerships between stakeholders in the Whitby tourism sector. How to ApplyComplete the online application form to apply: Host in Whitby Grant Application Applications will be reviewed quarterly by the Host in Whitby Grant Subcommittee of the Whitby Tourism Development Corporation (WTDC), and must be submitted each quarter by the following deadlines:
If you have any questions about how to apply or what you need to be eligible, send us an email at wtdc@whitby.ca. You will be notified of the outcome of your application within two months of the application deadline.
Final ReportIf you are selected, you must submit a final report within 30 days after your event. In this report, please state the outcome of the initiative or event and how the grant was used. This helps the WTDC evaluate if the grant for your event made the intended impact on tourism in the Town of Whitby.
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For information, please email wtdc@whitby.ca
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