Proclamations

SEPTEMBER 2025

WHEREAS Prostate Cancer Support Thunder Bay will lead and participate in a prostate cancer awareness campaign throughout this month with an aim to increase awareness of the #1 cancer in men and the support available in Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario for men and their families; and

WHEREAS, one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime; and

WHEREAS, Prostate Cancer Support Thunder Bay voluntarily helps men diagnosed with prostate cancer, provides..

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JULY 7, 2025

WHEREAS, July 7, 2025 will mark Parachute’s 9th annual National Prevention Day (NIPD): a day to raise awareness around the importance of injury prevention and help Canadians to live long lives to the fullest through education and advocacy; and

WHEREAS, Parachute is Canada’s national charity dedicated to reducing the devastating impact of preventable injuries; and

WHEREAS, injury is the No. 1 killer of Canadians aged 1 to 44 and costs the Canadian economy $29.

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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..

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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,..

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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..

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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..

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JUNE 2025

WHEREAS, The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms states in Article 7 that “Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of the person and the right not to be deprived thereof except in accordance with the principals of fundamental justice” and;

WHEREAS, City Council reaffirms its commitment to diversity, equity, respect and inclusion that strengthens our city, including individuals who identify as two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual and..

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JUNE 2-6, 2025

WHEREAS, since 1947 when Adult Crossing Guards were instituted in Port Arthur, Crossing Guards have provided safe crossing for school children walking to and from school; and

WHEREAS, due to dedication and a conscientious attitude to their work, they have maintained an outstanding safety record; and

WHEREAS, a week set aside to recognize all Crossing Guards and acknowledge the fine work they do crossing children safely in all sorts of weather would be beneficial to the Crossing..

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