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Innisfil proclaims National Day of Mourning
Posted on Monday, April 28, 2025 12:02 AM
Whereas April 28 is observed across Canada and around the world as the National Day of Mourning for workers who were killed, injured, disabled or who suffered disease because of work; and
Whereas April 28 was proclaimed “National Day of Mourning” by an Act of Parliament on February 1, 1991, as a day to remember, reflect and re-commit; and
Whereas thanks to the commitment and dedication of those who fight for improved workplace health and safety every day, advances have been made that make Ontario...
Innisfil proclaims Earth Day
Posted on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 12:01 AM
Whereas Earth Day was first celebrated on April 22, 1970, to inspire an appreciation of the natural world through conservation and protection; and
Whereas Earth Day marks a renewed commitment to environmental stewardship and to the implementation of efforts to improve, protect and enhance the environment; and
Whereas global challenges continue to grow, such as environmental degradation, climate change, food insecurity, and water shortages; and
Whereas the Town of Innisfil is implementing an...
Innisfil proclaims Purple Day
Posted on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 12:01 AM
Whereas March 26 is Purple Day; a global effort dedicated to promoting epilepsy awareness in countries around the world; and
Whereas according to Epilepsy Canada, 1 in 100 Canadians is affected by epilepsy; and
Whereas Epilepsy is a physical condition characterized by sudden, brief changes in how the brain works; and
Whereas it is a symptom of a neurological disease, a disease that affects the brain and shows itself in the form of seizures; and
Whereas the public is often unable to recognize common...
Innisfil proclaims #ITSTARTS Month
Posted on Saturday, March 01, 2025 12:01 AM
Whereas inclusion, acceptance, and equity are important approaches to the diversity of residents living in any community, especially in our growing and changing region; and
Whereas March 21 is recognized as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination; and
Whereas the Simcoe County Local Immigration Partnership (SCLIP) is a community partnership focused on the development of settlement strategies for newcomers. These strategies bring together and support service delivery...
Innisfil proclaims Amyloidosis Awareness Month
Posted on Saturday, March 01, 2025 12:00 AM
Whereas March is Amyloidosis Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness, funding research, and supporting those living with amyloidosis and their loved ones; and
Whereas Amyloidosis is a group of diseases that occurs when an abnormal protein, known as amyloid, builds up in the tissues and organs of the body. Left untreated, the disease can result in organ failure and can be fatal; and
Whereas Amyloidosis can mimic the signs and symptoms of more common medical conditions and the...