Flag Ceremonies and Proclamations

Midland proclaims National Pink Shirt Day - February 28, 2024

Proclamation National Pink Shirt Day (anti-bullying) February 28, 2024

Whereas, Anti-Bullying Day, also known as Pink Shirt Day, is an international initiative, started in Canada, to take a stand against all forms of bullying; and

Whereas, discrimination, harassment, exclusion, intimidation and other forms of bullying have a profound effect on an individual’s feeling of safety and self-worth, and are unacceptable in a safe and caring society; and

Whereas, bullying is a learned behaviour and occurs...

Midland raises flag for Black History Month - February 2024

On February 2, Town Council and staff gathered with Mayor Gordon and representatives from Black-led organizations in Simcoe County to kick off the start of Black History Month. 

Whether you are looking for support, for education or to get involved, find information below:

• Uplift Black
• Parents Against Racism Simcoe County
• Blacks for All Races

Thank you all for coming. We will start off with a Land Acknowledgement: 

The Town of Midland recognizes that it is located on land which is the traditional and...

Midland proclaims Black History Month - February 2024

Proclamation Black History Month, February 2024

Whereas, Black History Month is a time to learn about the stories and important contributions of local Black Canadians to the settlement, growth and development of Simcoe County, and about diversity of Black communities in Canada and their importance to the history of this country; and

Whereas, February 1 marks the start of Black History Month. February stands as a reminder to honour the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present, and to recognize...

Midland raises flag for Crime Stoppers Month - January 2024

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Mayor Gordon gathered with Staff, members of Town Council, representatives from Crime Stoppers of Simcoe, Dufferin and Muskoka, as well as...

Flag Lowering - National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

Mayor Gordon gathered with Staff, as well as Amanda from La Maison Rosewood Shelter to lower the flags and host a moment of silence in recognition of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. 

"The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women not only stands as a day to remember the tragic event that took place in 1989, though as a reminder to reaffirm our dedication to address and prevent all forms of violence targeting women and girls.

On that...