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Whereas Kawasaki Disease Canada was incorporated under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act in May 2014. In December 2015, Kawasaki Disease Canada became registered as a national charity; and

Whereas Kawasaki Disease Canada’s mission is to ensure Kawasaki Disease is top-of mind for Canadians, and the vision is to save children’s hearts from the effects of Kawasaki Disease; and

Whereas Kawasaki Disease is the leading cause of acquired heart disease in children and affects children around the globe. Early diagnosis is a matter of life or death and/or lifelong coronary distress. Early detection is critical; increased awareness of early symptoms is imperative to diagnosis and effective treatment. We want Kawasaki Disease to be top of mind of Canadians and for us to increase awareness and save children's hearts from the effects of Kawasaki Disease; and

Whereas Kawasaki Disease Canada is the only Canadian national charity working to improve outcomes of Kawasaki Disease and is at the forefront of Kawasaki Disease issues by collaborating with families affected by the disease and medical professionals; and

Whereas January 26 was the anniversary of the day in 1961 when Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki began to recognize a cluster of symptoms that led to the classification "Kawasaki Disease." Although it has been more than 50 years; the cause of the disease is still unknown. Increased awareness is imperative. Kawasaki Disease Canada supports international partners in the quest to increase awareness and is pursuing this proclamation across Canada.

Now Therefore, I, Mayor Lynn Dollin, on behalf of the Town of Innisfil, hereby proclaim January 26, 2025, as Kawasaki Disease Awareness Day in the Town of Innisfil.