Proclamation

2023 World Autism Day

Proclamation World Autism Day, April 2, 2023 WHEREAS:

World Autism Day will be recognized on April 2, 2023, in Canada thanks to Senator Jim Munson’s Bill S-206, An Act Respecting World Autism Awareness Day; and

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...

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2023 Purple Day

Proclamation Epilepsy Awareness Month / Purple Day, March / March 26, 2023 WHEREAS:

According to Epilepsy Canada, 1 in 100 Canadians are affected by epilepsy; and

Epilepsy is a physical condition characterized by sudden, brief changes in how the brain works; and.

It is a symptom of a neurological disease - a disease that affects the brain and shows itself in the form of seizures; and

Epilepsy Awareness Month is a global effort dedicated to promoting epilepsy awareness in...

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2023 Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Proclamation International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, March 21, 2023 WHEREAS:

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury believes that equal opportunity and treatment should exist for all people; and

Every person has the right to realize their potential, regardless of race, colour, national or ethnic origin; and to live at all times in conditions of dignity, respect, and peace; and

Racial discrimination is a universal issue that divides communities and threatens the...

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2023 International Women’s Day

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

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

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

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2023 #ITSTARTS Month

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

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,...

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