Roebuck Street Placemaking Project

This project is supported by the My Main Street program, the Canadian Urban Institute, and the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).

Roebuck Street 2024 Road Mural "Field to Fork"

The Town of Whitby congratulates artist Chrrie @kingchrrie for their work on this year's Roebuck Street Road Mural!

Roebuck Street will be closed from June to mid-September to be used as a community gathering space featuring Muskoka Chairs, planters and picnic tables, creating an extension of Grass Park. The goal of this project is to provide additional opportunities for residents and visitors to connect and enjoy events, celebrations and more. Additionally, the project aims to support area businesses by attracting more people to shop in and enjoy Downtown Brooklin.

As part of the project and to raise the profile of Whitby's artists community and the importance of public art in urban areas, Whitby looks for dynamic impactful ideas each year to create a new road mural!

Road Mural Criteria

This year, artists were asked to submit applications for the theme 'Field to Fork' with the following criteria:

• Overall artistic merit
• Concept sketch for the design based on “Field to Fork” (Agri-culinary) theme
• Family or community friendly
• Promotes local identity/placemaking
• Innovative, creative and inclusive
• Interactive component

Chrrie's whimsical artwork was selected as the design was a great fit for the space, thoughtful in presentation, the interactive elements were great for all ages and the 'Brooklin' community identity is evident throughout the mural. Chrrie has created such a a wonderful design that will be enjoyed this summer by all ~ Congratulations!

2024 Roebuck Street Road Mural

2023 Artists

Thank you to all artists who submitted a design for last year's Road Mural and Concrete Barrier project. The Town received 32 submissions and the Jury was overwhelmed by the local talent!

The winning designs are:

Road Mural Artist

Amanda Cannella -

I wanted my mural to be a bright and vivid composition highlighting the history of Brooklin as well as community spaces that proved important in my formative years. The mural also incorporates some interactive elements to further encourage activity during community gatherings on Roebuck Street this Summer.

Concrete Barrier Artists

Carey Howard -

My designs are about the land that connects us. Honouring the farmland with the sun rising over it and Lynde Creek that flows through all of Whitby. At the end of the day, we are ‘Glad You’re Here’!

Chrrie Carley

My piece for Brooklin's Placemaking Project focuses on highlighting the incredible small, local businesses that keep the city lively. Through my hardworking flower friends, I pay tribute to the amazing people that dedicate themselves to the time, work and wonderment that it takes to create true community.

Lesley Kelz

Located in the heart of Brooklin, this mural is a symphony of multi-colour stripes and curves intertwining, representing the diversity, unity, and connections of our community. Hands fist bumping symbolize solidarity and support, while peace signs remind us of our shared desire for harmony. Waves and clasped hands serve as gentle reminders that we are stronger together, fostering a sense of connection and belonging for all who pass by.

Congratulations

Thank you to those who participated in the Roebuck Street Placemaking Survey last year! The results indicated overwhelming support for the project with the majority of respondents enjoying the space.