PROCLAMATION
National Peacekeepers’ Day
August
9, 2022
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 WO C.B.
Korejwo were two soldiers from this area that made the supreme sacrifice; and
WHEREAS:
The
United Nations flag is raised and flown to honour the memory of the many
Canadians who have given their lives in the service of peace. It also
demonstrates our continued support of the brave men and women who are currently
on active duty in foreign lands; and
WHEREAS:
We
continue to recognize our home town hero, Sapper Brian Collier, amongst the
Canadian soldiers who have lost their lives while serving in Afghanistan.
Forever more, may we honour their sacrifice and the sacrifices made by their
families and loved ones at home.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That
His Worship Mayor Rob Keffer and Members of Council proclaim August 9, 2022, as
NATIONAL PEACEKEEPERS’ DAY in the
Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FLAG-RAISING AND CEREMONY
A flag-raising will take place on Monday, August 8 at 6:00 pm (outside) at the BWG Leisure Centre - 471 West Park Ave)
