Proclamations

Innisfil proclaims Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Day

Whereas Congenital Heart Disease exists at birth; and

Whereas when people think of heart disease and stroke, they often think of adults and seniors. However, heart disease and stroke can happen in people of all ages, including infants; and

Whereas eight out of every 1000 children born will have some form of a congenital heart defect (C.H.D.); and

Whereas raising awareness has resulted in medical advances that are helping those born with heart disease live into adulthood. Sixty years ago, fewer...

Innisfil proclaims Toque Tuesday

Whereas since 1997, the annual Toque Campaign has supported nearly 200 community agencies across Canada, raising more than eight million to-date in support of long-term solutions to homelessness; and

Whereas the national Toque Campaign sees hundreds of volunteers and supporters selling toques across Canada, with proceeds benefitting partner agencies working directly with people experiencing homelessness.

Now Therefore, I Mayor Lynn Dollin on behalf of the Town of Innisfil hereby proclaim February...

Innisfil proclaims Black History Month

Whereas in 1995, Jean Augustine, the first Black Canadian woman elected to Parliament, requested, and received unanimous agreement in the House of Commons on her motion to declare February as Black History Month in Canada; and

Whereas people of African, Caribbean and Afro-Indigenous descent have a long and rich history in Canada, shaping our country’s heritage and identity; and

Whereas Black History Month is a time to learn about the historical and contemporary stories, achievements, and...

Innisfil proclaims Crime Stoppers Month

Whereas Crime Stoppers of Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka was established on January 12, 1987, and became incorporated as a non-profit charitable organization on February 11, 1987. The program is operated by a volunteer Board of Directors, who oversees all phases of the program; and

Whereas Crime Stoppers is not a police program nor funded by the provincial or federal government or from police agencies. The program is operated solely with monies generously donated from the private sector, businesses or...

Innisfil proclaims International Day of People with Disabilities

Whereas on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we recognize and celebrate the equal rights and dignity of persons with disabilities everywhere and reaffirm our commitment to building a world where people with disabilities are afforded the opportunities, independence, and respect they deserve; and

Whereas it is a global celebration that acknowledges the many achievements persons with disabilities have made. This day also mobilizes support for critical issues related to their rights...