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Healthcare for Every Whitby Resident
Expanding Lakeridge Health Whitby and delivering a new medical complex for Whitby Shores.
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“Delivering for Whitby. Every day.”
Platform
What I Stand For
Key priorities for Town of Whitby
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Housing & Food Security
500 units of affordable housing per year. Full funding for Whitby's 3 food banks.
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Economic Growth & Small Business
Cutting red tape, attracting investment, and supporting the businesses that anchor our community.
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Downtown Revitalization
The Art Gallery of Durham. A reimagined Whitby Library. A downtown that Whitby deserves.
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Arts, Culture & Tourism
Making Whitby a destination — not just a place to pass through.
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Regional Advocacy
Whitby's voice at Durham Region — and at Queen's Park.
About
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth Roy has served as Mayor of Whitby since 2018, bringing steady leadership and a record of results to one of Ontario's fastest-growing communities. Under her leadership, Whitby has advanced major healthcare investments, launched an affordable housing strategy, revitalized the downtown core, and secured the Art Gallery of Durham. She serves on Durham Regional Council and has been a consistent advocate for Whitby's interests at the regional and provincial level. A 20-year Whitby resident, Elizabeth Roy runs for re-election on her record — and on a clear plan to finish what she started.
- 20+ year Whitby resident
- Former Chair, Durham Region Transit
- Whitby Chamber of Commerce member
- Arts and culture champion
- Affordable housing advocate
20 years in Town of Whitby
Endorsements
Who Supports Elizabeth
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Mayor Roy has been a tireless advocate for Whitby's business community. Her leadership on downtown revitalization and economic development has created real results.
Whitby Chamber of Commerce
Business Community
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Elizabeth Roy has championed arts and culture in Whitby like no mayor before her. The Art Gallery of Durham is her legacy.
Durham Region Arts Council
Arts & Culture
Track Record
Election History
Past election results for Elizabeth Roy
| Year | Type | Jurisdiction | Votes | % | Result |
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| 2022 | municipal | Whitby T | 12,654 | 53.8% | Won |
| 2018 | municipal | Whitby T | 12,257 | 16.4% | Won |
| 2018 | municipal | Whitby T | 12,257 | 16.4% | Won |
| 2014 | municipal | Whitby T | 14,044 | 27.0% | Won |
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Q and A
Questions and Answers
Q: Why are you running for re-election?
A: Because the work isn't done. A new hospital, affordable housing, downtown revitalization — these are multi-year commitments. I have the relationships, the track record, and the urgency to see them through.
Q: What have you accomplished as Mayor?
A: We've secured funding for the Art Gallery of Durham and a new Whitby Library. We've expanded Lakeridge Health. We've launched Whitby's affordable housing strategy targeting 500 units per year. We've funded all three food banks. And we've kept taxes among the lowest in the region while delivering services residents expect.
Q: What is your plan for the Whitby waterfront?
A: The waterfront is one of Whitby's greatest assets and it has been underutilized for too long. We are working with the Province and federal government on a master plan that creates public access, mixed-use development, and a destination that serves both residents and visitors.
Q: How are you addressing the cost of living in Whitby?
A: Through affordable housing — 500 units per year is the target. Through food security — I've secured stable funding for our food banks. Through local economic development that creates jobs here in Whitby so residents don't have to commute two hours a day. And through transit investment that makes Durham Region Transit actually work for our community.
Q: What is your position on development and intensification?
A: Growth is coming whether we plan for it or not. I believe in planned, community-supported intensification — especially along transit corridors — that comes with the infrastructure residents need: schools, parks, transit, and community services. I will not approve sprawl that leaves residents without services.
Q: How can I volunteer or donate?
A: We welcome everyone. Click the Get Involved button at the top of the page. We have canvassing, phone banking, lawn signs, and donation opportunities available. Every door knock matters.
Q: What is your relationship with Durham Region?
A: As Mayor I sit on the Durham Regional Council and serve on multiple regional committees. I have used that seat to fight for Whitby's share of transit funding, infrastructure investment, and development approvals. Whitby is growing — we deserve to be treated as the major municipality we are.
Q: Are you affiliated with any party?
A: Municipal elections in Ontario are non-partisan. I do not represent a party. I represent Whitby. Every decision I make is based on what is best for our community — not on party politics.
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