PROCLAMATION
Independence Day of Ukraine
August 24, 2022
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 pay
special tribute to the country of Ukriane and its people – those who have had
to flee their country because of war, those who have stayed back to fight for
the rights, freedom, and independence of their homeland, and to the fallen
heroes; and
WHEREAS:
The Independence Day
of Ukraine is the country’s primary state holiday and is recognized by the
flying of the national flag on the eve of the holiday followed by many
celebratory activities; and
WHEREAS:
The Ukrainian flag
was reinstated in 1992 and was adopted by the Parliament of Ukraine, referred
to as the Verkhovna Rada, with the colour blue representing the sky, mountains,
and waters of Ukraine while the golden yellow band of the flag is symbolic of
wheat fields of the country; and
WHEREAS:
Proud Ukrainian
Canadians have chosen Bradford West Gwillimbury as a future for their families
– a safe and welcoming community, and today we are proud to celebrate your
heritage with the community.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That
His Worship Mayor Rob Keffer and Members of Council proclaim August 24, 2022,
as INDEPENDENCE DAY OF UKRAINE in
the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FLAG-RAISING
A flag-raising will take place on Sunday, August 21 at 4:00 pm (outside) at the Court House Courtyard - 57
Holland St. E.
