BWG Proclaims National Peacekeepers' Day 2024

National Peacekeepers' Day

August 9, 2024

WHEREAS: We raise the United Nations flag on behalf of the past, present and future peacekeepers residing in Central Ontario; and

WHEREAS: On August 9, 1974, an aircraft was shot down during peacekeeping duties, ultimately killing all nine personnel on board. It was and still is the largest loss of Canadian Peacekeepers in a single day. Cpl B.K. Stringer and Warrant Officer C.B. Korejwo were two soldiers from this area that made the supreme sacrifice; and

WHEREAS: The United Nations flag is raised and flown to honour the memory of the many Canadians who have given their lives in the service of peace. It also demonstrates our continued support of the brave men and women who are currently on active duty in foreign lands; and

WHEREAS: We continue to recognize our hometown hero, Sapper Brian Collier, amongst the Canadian soldiers who have lost their lives while serving in Afghanistan. Forever more, may we honour their sacrifice, and the sacrifices made by their families and loved ones at home.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That His Worship Mayor James Leduc and Members of Council proclaim August 9, 2024, as NATIONAL PEACEKEEPERS’ DAY in the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.

Please Join us for a Flag Raising:

The flag-raising will take place on Tuesday, August 6 at 5:00 pm (outside) at the BWG Leisure Centre - 471 West Park Ave