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Pakistan Independence Day

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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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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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.

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Jamaican Independence Day – August 6, 2025

WHEREAS on August 6, 1962, Jamaica proudly declared its independence from British rule, becoming a sovereign nation and marking a pivotal moment in the history of the Caribbean and the world; and

WHEREAS Jamaican Independence Day is a time to reflect on the strength, resilience, and cultural richness of the Jamaican people, and to celebrate their extraordinary contributions to global music, food, language, literature, and sport; and

WHEREAS the Jamaican..

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Fierté Simcoe Pride 2025

August 4 to August 15, 2025

WHEREAS: This marks the fourteenth annual Fierté Simcoe Pride, and its purpose is to create a safe and inclusive Simcoe County that supports gender and sexual diversity through services, activities and events; and

WHEREAS: The Intersex Progress Pride flag is raised to honour gender and sexual diversity in Simcoe County. The Intersex Progress Pride flag was designed by Valentino Vecchietti in the UK in 2021.

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St. John Ambulance Week

June 23- 29, 2025

WHEREAS: the York-Simcoe-Muskoka Branch of St.

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Garden Week 

June, 2025

WHEREAS: in 1975, a dedicated group of passionate gardeners, including Audrey Wychopen, Ted and Lynda Usher, Bill Markwick, and Olga and Bill Bishop, founded the Bond Head & District Horticultural Society with a vision to share and promote the joys of gardening; and

WHEREAS: the Society has since played a pivotal role in enhancing the beauty of our community, promoting the benefits of gardening, and providing opportunities for learning and growth; and

WHEREAS: through the..

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National Indigenous History Month / National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 2025 / June 21, 2025

WHEREAS: The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury acknowledges the rich and unique cultures, traditions, and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis; and

WHEREAS: For generations, many Indigenous peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near June 21 due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year; and

WHEREAS: The Town of BWG recognizes the..

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World Elder Abuse Day

June 15, 2025 

WHEREAS: Older adults deserve to be treated with respect and dignity and valued as contributing members of society, imparting a wealth of experience and wisdom in our communities; and

WHEREAS: In 2006, the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, in support of the United Nations International Plan of Action, proclaimed this day to recognize the significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue; and

WHEREAS: Bradford West..

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June, 2025

WHEREAS: Seniors Month is an annual province-wide celebration of the vital contribution of older adults in our community; and

WHEREAS: Seniors Month encourages Ontarians to celebrate the importance of the health and well-being of seniors, keeping them socially connected and engaged in the community through inclusion and belonging; and

WHEREAS: Seniors have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and vibrancy of the Town of BWG; and

WHEREAS: Their contributions past and..

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