Proclamations

Innisfil proclaims World Autism Awareness Day

Whereas April 2, is recognized as World Autism Awareness Day in Canada; and

Whereas Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects more than 135,000 Ontarians on the autism spectrum and ASD is now recognized as the most common neurological disorder affecting one in every 66 children, as well as their friends, family, and community; and

Whereas ASD is a spectrum disorder, which means it not only manifests itself differently in every individual in whom it appears, but its characteristics will change over...

Innisfil proclaims Purple Day

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 are 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...

Innisfil proclaims #ITSTARTS Month

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

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...

Innisfil proclaims Ontario Heritage Week

Whereas each February, Ontario Heritage Week celebrates our diverse traditions, cultural expressions, and heritage in all its forms (architectural, cultural, natural, archaeological and collections); and

Whereas every community in Ontario has its own unique culture and heritage, which has the power to bring people together, create a sense of belonging and help guide a community in its growth and development; and

Whereas Ontario Heritage Week provides an opportunity for residents of Innisfil to...