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WHEREAS, Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common fatal generic disease affecting Canadian children and young adults. There is no cure.

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WHEREAS, April 28^th is a day set aside to honour those workers across the country whose lives has been lost, those who have been injured or disabled on the job, or who suffer from occupational diseases; and

WHEREAS, the City of Thunder Bay is committed to establishing and maintaining safe workplace conditions for our workers; and

WHEREAS, the National Day of Mourning was officially recognized by the federal government in 1991, and originally launched by the Canadian Labour Congress in 1984..

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WHEREAS, a healthy, professional news media sector is essential for the proper functioning of civil society and democracy at the local, provincial, federal and international levels, and as an annual observance each May 3rd, and

WHEREAS, The United Nations has proclaimed World Press Freedom Day

WHEREAS, according to the Local News Research Project, since 2008 more than 600 news outlets in nearly 400 communities across Canada have closed or merged (compared to the launch and continued operation of..

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WHEREAS, raising and increasing the AWARENESS of the basic Human Values of truth, right conduct, peace, love, and non-violence, as well as all the multiple sub values like honesty, integrity, kindness and caring in the City of Thunder Bay is a primary goal of this wonderful city; and

WHEREAS, these values are inherent in all creeds, countries, cultures, and communities, making these values truly Values without Boarders; and

WHEREAS, making the City of Thunder Bay “A City of Character” is for the..

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WHEREAS, 24 million Canadians give their time through formal or informal types of volunteering, contributing close to 5 billion volunteer hours per year; and

WHEREAS, volunteers in Thunder Bay mentor our children, support those feeling isolated, beautify our green spaces, and fundraise for our charitable organizations; and

WHEREAS, volunteers in Thunder Bay have stepped up during the COVID-19 pandemic to support families, friends, neighbors and strangers, people standing up to systemic racism,..

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WHEREAS, 59% of Canadian children and 96% of adults have experienced cavities, and 21% of Canadian adults have experienced periodontal (gum) issues; and

WHEREAS, research shows a direct link between oral health and overall health and well-being such, as periodontal disease being linked to several serious illnesses including, lung disease, diabetes and heart disease; and

WHEREAS, oral health issues are easily preventable and treatable, and Canadians, especially children and seniors, can be greatly..

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WHEREAS, World Autism Day is recognized on April 2, 2026, in Canada. Autism Ontario is one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community, and the work we do helps all autistic individuals and families in their communities have access to meaningful support, information, and connections – not only on April 2 but everyday throughout the year; and

WHEREAS, Autism impacts more than 135,000 individuals in Ontario, representing 1 in every 50 Canadian children and youth.

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WHEREAS, Lakehead University has, for more than 50 years, pursued research and innovation activities in various disciplines; and

WHEREAS, the Thunder Bay community and Northwestern Ontario greatly benefit from Lakehead University’s various research and innovation initiatives in the social sciences, humanities, sciences and engineering, and health services; and

WHEREAS, Lakehead University’s Research and Innovation Week celebrates the numerous accomplishments to the citizens of the community of..

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