PROCLAMATION
World Autism Day
April 2, 2022
WHEREAS:
World Autism Day will
be recognized on April 2, 2022, in Canada thanks to Senator Jim Munson’s Bill
S-206, An Act Respecting World Autism Awareness Day; and
WHEREAS:
Autism Spectrum
Disorder (ASD) affects more than 135,000 Ontarians. Autism Spectrum Disorder is
a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting 1 in every 66 Canadian children, as
well as their friends, family, and community; and approximately 1 - 2% of the
Canadian population is on the autism spectrum; and
WHEREAS:
ASD is a spectrum
disorder, which means it not only manifests itself differently in every
individual in whom it appears, but its characteristics will change over the
life of each person as well. A child on the autism spectrum will become an
adult on the autism spectrum; and
WHEREAS:
Autism Ontario is the
leading source of information and referral on autism and one of the largest
collective voices representing the autism community. Since 1973, Autism Ontario
has been providing support, information, and opportunities for thousands of
families and individuals across the province; and
WHEREAS:
Autism Ontario is
dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues
faced by individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals with
whom they interact. The association and its Regions share common goals of
providing information and education, supporting research, and advocating for programs
and services for the autism community.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That His Worship
Mayor Rob Keffer and Members of Council proclaim April 2, 2022, as World Autism
Day in the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FLAG-RAISING
The flag-raising will take place on Saturday, April 2 at 3:00 pm (outside) at the Court House Courtyard - 57 Holland St. E.
