Proclamations

Innisfil proclaims Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Whereas childhood cancer is the leading cause of death in children; and

Whereas families facing the journey of childhood cancer need the best possible medical, financial, and emotional support we can provide. Every family touched by childhood cancer needs the support of its relatives, neighbours, teachers, and community; and

Whereas parents need the understanding and compassion of their employers, siblings need special consideration at home and school. Young cancer patients themselves need every...

Innisfil proclaims International Overdose Awareness Day

Whereas the Town of Innisfil does affirm and acknowledge the harm and hardship caused by drug poisonings; and

Whereas we recognize the purpose of International Overdose Awareness Day as remembering loved ones lost to drug poisoning and ending the stigma of drug-related deaths; and

Whereas we resolve to play our part in reducing the toll of overdose in our community, which claimed the lives of 136 (confirmed and probable) residents in Simcoe Muskoka in 2022, which was 22% lower than the 171 in...

Innisfil proclaims Indian Independence Day

Whereas the Innisfil Indian Association is a community organization that aims to promote and celebrate Indian culture in the Town of Innisfil, Ontario; and

Whereas this vibrant group organizes a range of events throughout the year, from cultural festivals and community events to educational workshops. Their members come from all walks of life, united by their love for Indian culture and their desire to share it with others; and

Whereas the Innisfil Indian Association welcomes individuals of...

Innisfil proclaims Fierté Simcoe Pride

Whereas This marks the 14th annual Fierté Simcoe Pride, and its purpose is to create a safe and inclusive Simcoe County that supports gender and sexual diversity through services, activities, and events; and

Whereas The Intersex Progress Pride flag is raised to honour gender and sexual diversity in Simcoe County. The Intersex Progress Pride flag was designed by Valentino Vecchietti in the UK in 2021. The flag is a combination of Gilbert Baker’s 1978 Pride flag, Daniel Quasar’s 2018 Progress...

Innisfil proclaims National Drowning Prevention Week

Whereas the mission of Lifesaving Society Canada is to prevent drowning throughout the country, and even one drowning is one too many; and

Whereas most drownings are preventable in a Water Smart community, and only through Water Smart education and a healthy respect for the potential danger that any body of water may present can we genuinely enjoy the beauty and recreation opportunities offered by these bodies of water; and

Whereas Lifesaving Society Canada urges residents of the Town of Innisfil...