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2023 International Women’s Day

Posted on Friday, February 24, 2023 09:52 AM

Proclamation International Women’s Day, March 8, 2023 WHEREAS:

International Women’s Day is recognized and celebrated annually around the world on March 8; and

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The International Women's Day 2023 campaign theme is #EmbraceEquity, emphasizing that equity isn't just a nice-to-have, it's a must-have, and that gender equity needs to be part of every society's DNA; and

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#EmbraceEquity seeks to help forge a worldwide conversation about the difference between 'equity' and 'equality' and why it...

2023 #ITSTARTS Month

Posted on Friday, February 24, 2023 09:49 AM

Proclamation #ITSTARTS Month, March 2023 WHEREAS:

Inclusion, acceptance, and equity are important approaches to the diversity of residents living in any community, especially in our growing community; and

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The Simcoe County Local Immigration Partnership (SCLIP) is a community partnership focused on the development of settlement strategies for newcomers. These strategies bring together and support service delivery to newcomers in Simcoe County while promoting positive relationships,...

Constable Devon Northrup

BWG to Rename Municipal Park

Posted on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 10:22 PM

During the February 21 Committee of the Whole meeting, Council passed a Motion to rename Middletown Park (140 Langford Boulevard) to "Constable Devon Northrup Memorial Park" in honour of Constable Devon Northrup. ​

Plans are underway for an official renaming ceremony/unveiling in the spring. Ceremony details will be shared with the public once arrangements are made.

“We are looking forward to creating a permanent tribute to celebrate Constable Northrup's life and commemorate his dedication to...

Nominations Open for 2023 Civic Awards​​​

Posted on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 10:37 PM

Our Town is proud to celebrate and recognize local citizens and groups who have made significant contributions within our community at our annual Civic Awards ceremony, hosted every July 1 during our Canada Day celebrations.

The nomination window is now open through May 10. If you know someone who has made a difference within any of the following categories, complete our online nomination form at www.townofbwg.com/CivicAwards.

​Award Categories CategoryDescription Organization of the Year (group)

2023 World Thinking Day

Posted on Thursday, January 26, 2023 09:46 AM

Proclamation World Thinking Day, February 22, 2023​ WHEREAS:

World Thinking Day has united Girl Guides and Girl Scouts around the world for a day of international friendship over the past 90 years, first celebrated in 1926, and 

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youth members in the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury and beyond benefit from the opportunity to speak out on issues that affect girls and young women, celebrate the founding of Girl Guides and be connected to the 10 million members in 50 countries who are part of...

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