Proclamation

BWG Proclaims Dutch Liberation Day 2024

Dutch Liberation Day May 5, 2024

WHEREAS: In the Netherlands, Liberation Day - Bevrijdingsdag - is celebrated each year on May 5th to mark the end of the occupation by Nazi Germany during World War II; and

WHEREAS: In 1945 the nation was liberated largely by Canadian troops whereby the Canadian General Charles Foulkes and the German Commander-in-Chief Johannes Blaskowitz reached an agreement on the capitulation of German forces in the Netherlands; and

WHEREAS: In gratitude for the involvement of...

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BWG Proclaims Emergency Preparedness Week

Emergency Preparedness Week May 5-11, 2024

WHEREAS: Emergency Preparedness Week is a national awareness initiative that has taken place annually since 1996. It is an opportunity to encourage Canadians to take concrete actions to be better prepared to protect themselves and their families during emergencies; and

WHEREAS: The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury recognizes the importance of Emergency Management in Ontario and the role of government to help secure a strong and healthy tomorrow; and 

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BWG Proclaims Youth Empowerment Day 2024

Youth Empowerment Day May 4, 2024

WHEREAS: The Youth Empowerment Collective, a group of dedicated volunteers, has chosen Bradford West Gwillimbury as the host for their inaugural Youth Empowerment Day, celebrated annually on May 4th; and

WHEREAS: May 4th is a day of celebration, collaboration, and empowerment for children and youth, fostering values of empowerment, individuality, confidence, and kindness within our communities; and

WHEREAS: The Youth Empowerment Collective is committed to uplifting...

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BWG Proclaims MADD: Campaign 911 Month 2024

MADD: Campaign 911 Month May 2024

WHEREAS: The safety and well-being of our residents are of paramount importance to the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury; and

WHEREAS: Impaired driving continues to pose a significant threat to public safety, resulting in tragic accidents and devastating loss of life; and

WHEREAS: Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Simcoe County has launched Campaign 911, advocating for the prompt reporting of suspected impaired driving incidents by dialing 911; and

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BWG Proclaims National Youth Week 2024

National Youth Week: May 1-7, 2024

WHEREAS: Recreation benefits individuals, families, neighbourhoods, and communities; and

WHEREAS: There is an increasing interest in intentional youth development through recreation in Canada – founded on a substantial and growing body of research to support the role of recreation in the positive development of youth; and

WHEREAS: The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury provides high-quality programs and leisure opportunities for residents to lead healthy, active...

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