OCTOBER 2018

WHEREAS, October is Child Abuse Prevention Month in Thunder Bay, a time dedicated to raising awareness and helping to prevent abuse of children; and

WHEREAS, the month raises awareness of child abuse prevention issues by making people more aware of the signs of child abuse, encouraging more people to report child abuse and celebrating the achievements of local children who are contributing to the community.

WHEREAS, Dilico Anishinabek Family Care and The Children’s Aid Society of The District of Thunder Bay would like to remind the community that we are all responsible for the safety, health and wellbeing of our children; and

WHEREAS, October empowers the community to celebrate healthy and happy children who are stepping up in their schools, neighbourhood and communities.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Keith Hobbs, Mayor of the City of Thunder Bay, do hereby proclaim the month of October 2018 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the City of Thunder Bay. In recognition of the influence, dedication and commitment of community members who take responsibility and well-being of our community’s children.

KEITH HOBBS,

MAYOR

City of Thunder Bay