Proclamation

BWG Proclaims International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 2023

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women November 25, 2023

WHEREAS: Violence continues to be the greatest gender inequality rights issue for women, girls and gender-diverse individuals; and

WHEREAS: November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month; and

WHEREAS: November 25th the lnternational Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women; and

WHEREAS: Femicide rates are on the rise in Ontario, with over 46 femicides in Ontario since November 26th, 2022; and

WHEREAS: Our community...

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BWG Proclaims Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day 2023

Child Care and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day October 17, 2023

WHEREAS: The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury recognizes the years of research confirms the benefits of high-quality early learning and child care for young children’s intellectual, emotional, social and physical development and later life outcomes; and

WHEREAS: Child care promotes the well-being of children and responds to the needs of families and the broader community by supporting quality of life so that citizens can...

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BWG Proclaims Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day 2023

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day October 15, 2023

WHEREAS: October is recognized worldwide, across Canada, and within our province as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month; and

WHEREAS: During the month, we take time to honor and remember those who have lost a child during pregnancy or in infancy; and

WHEREAS: Losing a child in pregnancy or infancy is an unspeakable grief and many are left feeling alone and unsupported. It is our intention to raise awareness and to support those who grieve...

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BWG Proclaims Fire Prevention Week 2023

Fire Prevention Week October 8-14, 2023

WHEREAS: The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury’s Fire and Emergency Services is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those living in and visiting our Town; and 

WHEREAS: Fire is a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally, and homes are where people are at greatest risk from fire; and 

WHEREAS: Cooking is the leading cause of home fires, with nearly (49 percent) of all home fires involving cooking equipment; and 

WHEREAS: Cooking is...

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BWG Proclaims PROBUS Clubs Month 2023

PROBUS Clubs Month October, 2023

WHEREAS: PROBUS Clubs Month is an opportunity to celebrate the existence of over 250 PROBUS Clubs across Canada, and the participation of more than 38,000 members in these volunteer-based, non-profit groups; and

WHEREAS: The goal of PROBUS Clubs is to provide Fellowship, Friendship and Fun for men and women in their retirement and semi-retirement years, to encourage healthy minds and bodies through socialization with other retirees in the community; and

WHEREAS: The...

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