​PROCLAMATION

National Indigenous Peoples Day​

June 21, ​2022

​WHEREAS:

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury acknowledges the rich culture, heritage, and achievements of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in Canada; and​

WHEREAS:

The Town of BWG recognizes the inherent rights of Indigenous Peoples as the original inhabitants of the land where we stand. Through this acknowledgment, we underline that the fundamental strength of our community lies in our unique racial, ethno-cultural, and Indigenous diversity; and​

WHEREAS:

The Town of BWG council and the people of this town are committed to creating an inclusive society, and we both seek and welcome opportunities to strengthen ties with our Indigenous communities; and

WHEREAS:

We support the aims of truth and reconciliation, to shine light on the tragic legacy of the treatment of Indigenous people in Canada including in residential schools, and to commemorate the survivors, their families, and their communities.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

That His Worship Mayor Rob Keffer and Members of Council proclaim June 21, 2022, as NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY in the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A CEREMONY AND FLAG-RAISING

The ceremony and flag-raising will take place on Tuesday, June 21 at 10:00 am (outside)
 at the BWG Leisure Centre (471 West Park Ave.)​​​​