Proclamations

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 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...

Innisfil proclaims Ontario Heritage Week

WHEREAS, Each February, Ontario Heritage Week celebrates heritage in all its forms (cultural and natural, architectural, archaeological and collections), its diverse traditions and cultural expressions; 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...