The Whitby Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee advises Council on the elimination of barriers for the diverse population of our community. It helps foster a greater understanding of ethno-cultural matters within the town through community partnerships. View committee meeting dates, agendas and minutes.

Roles and responsibilities

The committee is also responsible for:

• Taking steps to involve diverse groups in the committee's activities
• Advise staff on policy development to promote awareness of ethno-cultural relations and diversity matters
• Advise on public engagement strategies for Whitby residents with the focus of ensuring discussion and public feedback on current diversity issues
• Provide consultation, research, recommendations and reports on matters of diversity, inclusivity and equity within the town

Terms of Reference

Contact us for an accessible version of the committee's Terms of Reference.

Committee members

Membership consists of one member of Council, seven citizen appointments and two Youth Council liaisons:

• Councillor Elizabeth Roy (Mayor's designate)
• Kim Evans (staff liaison)
• Mayline Brown
• Andrea Cecchetto (chair)
• Cheryl Frayne
• Brianna Nelson
• Catherine Philogene (vice-chair)
• Ayse Yuksel
• Mallory Dawson

Diversity and inclusion resources

Learn more about services designed to help new residents, businesses and investors settle in our region. You can contact us for accessible versions of our Diversity Highlights infographic, including local statistics on visible minorities, immigrants and languages, as well as our Inclusive Language Guide.

Diversity and inclusion webinar series

We host regular webinars on the topics of diversity and inclusion in Whitby. Watch our news and notices, and social media channels for updates on upcoming webinars.

Champion of Diversity Award

In 2018, the committee was awarded the Champion of Diversity Award, received by the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration.