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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Franco-Ontarian Day

Posted on Thursday, September 25, 2025 10:00 AM

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025

WHEREAS, during this 50th anniversary year, more than ever, the Franco-Ontarian flag remains a symbol of pride, resistance and hope for all francophones across Ontario; and

WHEREAS, by the virtue of the Franco-Ontarian Day Act, which was legislated on April 26, 2010, it is declared that September 25th of each year be recognized as Franco-Ontarian Dany throughout the province of Ontario; and  

WHEREAS, September 25th is the anniversary of the first raising of the Franco-Ontarian flag...

National Forest Week 2025

Posted on Sunday, September 21, 2025 10:00 AM

SEPTEMBER 21-27, 2025

WHEREAS, Canada’s forests are a valuable, renewable resource that contribute to our economy and the livelihoods of our communities; and

WHEREAS, Canada’s forests play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, clean air and water and wildlife habitat whilst being an important aspect of climate change mitigation efforts; and

WHEREAS, Thunder Bay and its citizens rely on the surrounding forests for livelihood, health, and recreation; and

WHEREAS, this annual one-week...

International Day of Peace

Posted on Sunday, September 21, 2025 08:00 AM

WHEREAS, the International Day of Peace is observed annually on September 21st to promote peace and non-violence worldwide;

WHEREAS, this day was established by the United Nations in 1981 to encourage all humanity to commit to peace above all differences and to contribute to building a culture of peace;

WHEREAS, the City of Thunder Bay recognizes the importance of fostering a culture of peace and non-violence within our community;

NOW THEREFORE, I, Mayor Ken Boshcoff, on behalf of Thunder Bay...

National Coaches Week 2025

Posted on Monday, September 15, 2025 10:00 AM

SEPTEMBER 15-21, 2025

WHEREAS, the City of Thunder Bay recognizes the tremendous positive impact coaches have on athletes and communities; and

WHEREAS, the purpose of National Coaches Week is to provide the 300,000 coaches who call Thunder Bay and Ontario home with the resources, representation, and recognition they deserve for the time they devote to ensuring Canadians live an active and healthy lifestyle; and

WHEREAS, a number of great coaches live and volunteer here and we celebrate their...

World Mitochondrial Disease Week

Posted on Monday, September 15, 2025 10:00 AM

SEPTEMBER 15-21, 2025

WHEREAS, The human body is fuelled by trillions of microscopic powerhouses called mitochondria. Present in almost every cell in our bodies, these tiny but mighty, energy-producing structures generate the energy we need to survive. When there is dysfunction with these important structures in one or more parts of our bodies, we see Mitochondrial Diseases appear.

WHEREAS, There are hundreds of mitochondrial diseases, and because mito is very hard to diagnose, many people don’t...