Proclamation

BWG Proclaims Ukrainian Independence Day 2025

Ukrainian Independence Day August 24, 2025

WHEREAS: The Act of Declaration of Independence of Ukraine was adopted by the Ukrainian parliament on August 24, 1991. This declaration established the democratic and sovereign state of Ukraine; and

WHEREAS: This occasion is recognized annually by Ukrainians in celebration of their historic past and to honour the fallen heroes who lost their lives fighting for the country’s independence; and

WHEREAS: This year, we continue to pay special tribute to the...

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BWG Proclaims Indian Independence Day 2025

Indian Independence Day August 15, 2025

WHEREAS: Indian Independence Day is celebrated annually on August 15 commemorating the nation's independence from the United Kingdom on August 15, 1947; and

WHEREAS: Independence Day is marked throughout India with flag-raising ceremonies, with the main event taking place at the Red Fort in New Delhi. It begins with the hoisting of the flag by the prime minister, followed by the singing of the Indian national anthem, a parade, kite flying, and a televised...

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BWG Proclaims Pakistan Independence Day

Pakistan Independence Day August 14, 2025

WHEREAS: The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury proudly recognizes August 14th as Pakistan
Independence Day, commemorating the establishment of Pakistan as an independent nation in 1947; and 

WHEREAS: The Pakistani-Canadian community plays an important role in enriching the cultural and social fabric of our town. Their contributions in business, education, public service, and community development continue to strengthen Bradford as an inclusive and vibrant...

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BWG Proclaims International Youth Day 2025

International Youth Day – August 12, 2025

WHEREAS: the United Nations designates August 12 of each year as International Youth Day, as an opportunity to draw attention to youth issues worldwide and celebrate the contributions of young people to their communities and to sustainable development; and

WHEREAS: the 2025 theme, “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” highlights the role of young people in implementing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within their communities; and

WHEREAS: the...

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BWG Proclaims National Peacekeepers' Day 2025

National Peacekeepers' Day August 9, 2025

WHEREAS: We raise the United Nations flag on behalf of the past, present and future peacekeepers residing in Central Ontario; and

WHEREAS: On August 9, 1974, an aircraft was shot down during peacekeeping duties, ultimately killing all nine personnel on board. It was and still is the largest loss of Canadian Peacekeepers in a single day. Cpl B.K. Stringer and Warrant Officer C.B. Korejwo were two soldiers from this area that made the supreme sacrifice; and

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