Parks and Recreation

Enjoying the great outdoors is easy in the Town of Whitby. We have more than 100 parks, over 1000 acres of open space and beaches and approximately 60 km of trails for you to explore.

Discover everything the Town has to offer by exploring these outdoor spaces:

Rules for using outdoor spaces

Help ensure everyone can enjoy our parks, trails and recreational facilities by following these basic rules:

  • Stay on the designated trails or turf
  • Do not disturb wildlife
  • Do not remove or damage trees, shrubs, flowers, grass or rocks
  • Supervise children at all times, especially near water or playground equipment
  • Keep your dog on a leash at all times and remember to stoop and scoop
  • Do not use barbeques unless you are renting the picnic shelters at Kiwanis Heydenshore Park or Cullen Central Park

Please call 905.668.3437 to report any damage, vandalism or maintenance concerns.

Recognize a Whitby Community Champion

Recognize Your Whitby Community Champion

Help shine a light on the everyday champions who help build a stronger community! The new Whitby Community Champion program recognizes individuals, businesses, and groups making a positive impact through acts of kindness.

Whether it’s organizing a community clean‑up, helping a neighbour, supporting local food drives, or volunteering with community organizations, these everyday efforts help make Whitby a great place to live and work. 

Do you know a Whitby Community Champion who deserves a thank-you? Recognize them!

Recognize Your Whitby Community Champion

Once submitted, a certificate of appreciation is automatically emailed to the submitter to print, share digitally, or present in person. For those unable to print at home, certificates can also be printed at Town Hall (575 Rossland Road East).

File a complaint

To report a by-law violation related to Town parks, contact By-law Services by email or complete the online complaint form.

You can file a by-law complaint if you believe someone isn't following the regulations in the by-law.

All complaints, including emails, must contain the complainant's name, address and phone number. Please note that all personal information about complainants will remain confidential.

Learn more about Town By-laws.

File a complaint

Parks planning and design

The Town's Community Services Department is responsible for a range of activities related to our parks and outdoor spaces, including:

Contact Us

Town of Whitby

575 Rossland Road East
Whitby, ON L1N 2M8

905-430-4300
service@whitby.ca

Contact the Town of Whitby

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