Proclamations

Innisfil proclaims World Polio Day

Whereas World Polio Day highlights the global efforts to end poliomyelitis (polio) worldwide. Polio is a life-threatening disease caused by the poliovirus, which the World Health Assembly committed to eradicate in 1988. The WHO European Region was declared polio-free in 2002 and has sustained this status every year since then; and

Whereas every year on 24 October, we observe World Polio Day to raise awareness of the importance of polio vaccination to protect every child from this devastating...

Innisfil proclaims Childcare Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day

Whereas years of research confirm the benefits of high-quality early learning and childcare for young children’s intellectual, emotional, social and physical development and later life outcomes; and

Whereas childcare promotes the well-being of children and responds to the needs of families and the broader community by supporting quality of life so that citizens can fully participate in and contribute to the economic and social life of their community; and

Whereas trained and knowledgeable...

Innisfil proclaims Local Government Week

Whereas local government is the cornerstone of democracy in Canada, providing essential services and fostering community engagement in the Town of Innisfil; and

Whereas local government officials, both elected and appointed, must uphold the trust of the public by ensuring transparency, accountability, and integrity in governance; and

Whereas Local Government Week provides an opportunity to educate and engage citizens regarding the role and function of local government in improving community...

Innisfil proclaims International Day of Rural Women

Whereas rural women around the world play a crucial role in the well-being of their families, communities, and economies, serving as farmers, labourers, business owners, caregivers, and leaders; and

Whereas the United Nations has designated October 15th as International Day of Rural Women to recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of rural women to agricultural development, food security, and rural prosperity; and

Whereas rural women are key to improving rural livelihoods, however,...

Innisfil proclaims Mental Illness Awareness Week

Whereas mental health is an important part of overall health; and

Whereas one in three Canadians say they are struggling with their mental health; and

Whereas percent of Canadians feel they need professional mental health care but cannot access it; and

Whereas early identification and treatment can make a difference in the successful management of mental illness and recovery; and

Whereas everyone in Canada should have access to publicly funded, evidence-based mental health and substance abuse...