Flag Ceremonies and Proclamations

Midland proclaims Firefighters’ National Memorial Day

Whereas; The Government of Canada declared the second Sunday in September to be Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, this day stands as a tribute to the firefighters who risk their lives to keep Canadians safe and to honour those who have lost their lives in the line of duty; and

Whereas; Canadian firefighters bring remarkable expertise, passion, courage, and commitment to a dangerous, but vital job – one that all Canadians rely on; and

Whereas; The Town of Midland is grateful for the Midland...

Midland proclaims National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Whereas; approximately 10,000 children are living with cancer in Canada today. Each year about 1,500 cases are diagnosed. Because of significant advances in therapy, 82% of these children will survive 5 years or more. Childhood cancer remains responsible for more deaths from one year through adolescence than any other disease; and

Whereas; families facing the journey of childhood cancer need the best possible medical, financial, and emotional support we can provide. Every family touched by...

Midland proclaims International Overdose Awareness Day

Whereas; August 31, 2024 is International Overdose Awareness Day, the world’s largest campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind; and

Whereas; Today stands as a time to acknowledge the profound grief felt by families and friends whose loved ones have died or suffered permanent injury from a drug overdose; and

Whereas; The goal of International Overdose Awareness Day is to build a safe environment for...

Midland raises flag for International Overdose Awareness Day

Today members of the community gathered with staff, Mayor Gordon, and representatives from the Midland Fire Department to acknowledge International Overdose Awareness Day, which takes place annual on August 31. Join together to raise awareness, address the stigma surrounding addiction and remember those we have lost to drug toxicity. Together, we can make a difference.

Today, we gather here to commemorate a day of great significance - International Overdose Awareness Day. Every year on August 31...

Flag Lowering - Passing of Councillor Jim Downer

It is with deep sorrow that the Town of Midland has lowered all Municipal flags to half-mast following the passing of Councillor Jim Downer. Councillor Downer passed away this morning, June 27, 2024. Our hearts and condolences go out to his family, friends, colleagues and the rest of our community.

Councillor Downer’s tenure as a pillar in our community spanned almost 30 years, sitting on Town Council as a Councillor, Deputy Mayor, and Mayor. He is known to many for his compassionate leadership,...