Proclamations help to create a public awareness of special events and are intended for the betterment of the community. Occasionally the City receives requests from organizations or internal departments to declare or proclaim certain dates for specific causes (e.g. Race Relations Week, International Women's Day, etc.). A proclamation may be issued for a day, a week or a month.

Requesting a proclamation

The City's policy states that proclamations are undertaken only on matters that relate directly to the specific operations of the municipality. Once reviewed and approved the Proclamation will be posted on the City website.

Proclamation Application 

Proclamations, flag raisings, and lighting requests must be sent to the Office of the City Clerk three (3) weeks prior to the special occasion. Return the completed form to:

Office of the City Clerk Attn: Proclamations
500 Donald Street East, First Floor
Thunder Bay, ON, P7E 5V3

Fax: 807-625-2233
Email: proclamations@thunderbay.ca

 

If you are requesting a proclamation for the first time, please provide details on your organization and the relevance of the proclamation to the City of Thunder Bay. As well, please provide a draft of the proclamation. The Office of the City Clerk reserves the right to edit the proclamation to ensure proper format and grammar.

 *Please submit your most up to date proclamation wording at the time of application.

 *Please remember to fill out the "Invite the Mayor" request form if you are looking to have the Mayor attend your ceremony/event.

www.thunderbay.ca/invitethemayor 

 

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Indigenous Survivors' Day 2025

Posted on Monday, June 30, 2025 08:30 AM

JUNE 30, 2025

WHEREAS, the City of Thunder Bay is located on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe peoples of Fort William First Nation – Anemki Wajiw, signatory to the Robinson-Superior Treaty of 1850, and recognizes the enduring presence, knowledge, and cultural contributions of Indigenous Peoples, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples; and

WHEREAS, the City of Thunder Bay acknowledges the profound and ongoing impacts of colonization, forced assimilation, and systemic...

World Sickle Cell Awareness Day 2025

Posted on Thursday, June 19, 2025 08:30 AM

JUNE 19, 2025


WHEREAS, Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is the most common inherited blood disorder in the world, affecting millions of people globally, including many individuals and families here in Ontario; and

WHEREAS, SCD causes red blood cells to become misshapen and break down, leading to serve pain, organ damage, and other serious health complications that impact quality of life and life expectancy; and

WHEREAS, early diagnosis through newborn screening, comprehensive care, community education,...

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2025

Posted on Friday, June 13, 2025 08:30 AM

JUNE 13, 2025

WHEREAS, Thunder Bay older adults deserve to be treated with respect and dignity and valued as contributing members of society, imparting a wealth of experience and wisdom in our communities, and

WHEREAS, the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, in support of the United Nations International Plan of Action, proclaimed this day to recognize the significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue; and

WHEREAS, Thunder Bay Ontario recognizes the...

Mining Day in Thunder Bay 2025

Posted on Thursday, June 12, 2025 08:30 AM

JUNE 14, 2025


WHEREAS, the mining and exploration industry employees are working quietly in Thunder Bay and NW Ontario, they should be recognized for their significant contribution to the local economy and the culture of their communities; and

WHEREAS, their success in finding mines benefits all, they accept no accolades but take it in stride as “just part of the job”; and

WHEREAS, this day should be a celebration where the mining community and the public meet and have fun at Prince Arthur’s...

Hope Air Day 2025

Posted on Friday, June 06, 2025 08:30 AM

JUNE 6, 2025

WHEREAS, access to healthcare is a fundamental right for all citizens, regardless of their geographic location;

WHEREAS, Hope Air, a charitable organization, has been tirelessly dedicated to providing access to healthcare by facilitating free flights and other services for patients living in rural and under-served communities in Ontario, ensuring they can receive vital medical treatment regardless of distance or financial means;

WHEREAS, Hope Air has been instrumental in bridging the...