Proclamation

Accessible Parking Month 2025

Accessible Parking Month 2025

WHEREAS: accessible parking spaces are essential for ensuring that individuals with disabilities can access their community safely, independently, and with dignity; and

WHEREAS: the misuse of accessible parking spaces by those without valid permits creates barriers and challenges for residents who rely on these designated spaces for daily activities such as shopping, attending appointments, and participating in community life; and

WHEREAS: the Town of Bradford West...

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Water & Wastewater & Stormwater Operators Appreciation Day

Water & Wastewater & Stormwater Operators Appreciation Day October 23, 2025

WHEREAS: Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Operators are essential to long-term, sustainable access to safe and reliable drinking water in our communities; and

WHEREAS: their work is vital to the health and safety of our communities. They are responsible for monitoring the operation of water systems and facilities, conducting routine maintenance, adjusting treatment processes, identifying and addressing equipment issues,...

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National Seniors Day 2025

National Seniors Day: 

WHEREAS: The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury recognizes National Seniors Day as designated by the United Nations General Assembly; and

WHEREAS: Promotes the visibility of older persons as participating members of society committed to improving the enjoyment of human rights in many areas of life and not just those affected immediately; and

WHEREAS: Reflects on progress and challenges in ensuring full and equal enjoyment of human rights and fundamental freedoms by older...

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Learning Disabilities Awareness Month

October 2025

WHEREAS:  Learning Disabilities refers to a variety of disorders that affect the acquisition, retention, understanding, organization or use of verbal and/or non-verbal information; and,

WHEREAS:  Learning disabilities range in severity and invariably interfere with the acquisition and use of one or more of the following important skills: oral language, reading, written language and mathematics; and,

WHEREAS:  Learning Disabilities are unique, and every person with a learning disability has...

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On the Move 2025

On the Move Proclamation 2025

WHEREAS: BWG Council identified Community Safety and Traffic Congestion as strategic priority in their 2022-2026 workplan in response to traffic and pedestrian safety concerns; and

WHEREAS: Simcoe Muskoka On the Move is an active school travel initiative led by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit in partnership with several local school boards, schools, municipalities and community partners; and

WHEREAS: BWG established a dedicated BWG On the Move Working Group, made...

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