Flag Ceremonies and Proclamations

Midland proclaims Children’s Mental Health Week

Proclamation Children’s Mental Health Week May 6-12, 2024

Whereas; Because Mental Health Can’t Wait, raising awareness about the importance of accessing support for mental wellness is crucial for children, youth, their families and caregivers; and

Whereas; Ensuring that everyone in our community knows about the availability of free, accessible and inclusive child and youth mental health services and how to access them helps to create healthy, thriving and connected communities that support personal...

Midland proclaims National Day of Awareness for MMIWG2S

Proclamation National Day of Awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People “Red Dress Day” May 5, 2024

Whereas; Canada launched the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls at the request of Indigenous families, organizations, and Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission; and

Whereas; May 5, 2024, marks the National Day of Awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People in Canada, also known as “Red...

Midland lowers flag for National Day of Awareness for MMIWG2S

Open external page https://www.youtube.com/embed/hivUND8sA-c?si=0VPvXBqIo6T4CBRx&wmode=transparentToday, staff gathered with Mayor Gordon to lower the flags at Town hall in observance of the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People, which takes place annually on May 5. 

Mayor Gordon shared some words with staff to acknowledge the ongoing crisis on Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People....

Midland proclaims Community Living Month

Proclamation Community Living Month May 2024

Whereas; the Town of Midland recognizes CLH Developmental Support Services for their commitment in providing specialized services and programs to support children, youth and adults with developmental support needs in Simcoe County; and

Whereas; CLH Developmental Support Services has served more than 2000 individuals and their families annually, and has created an environment of acceptance, encouragement, and life-long learning.

Therefore, I, Bill Gordon,...

Midland proclaims Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace - April 28, 2024

Proclamation Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace  April 28, 2024

Whereas; National Day of Mourning has been recognized since April 1991; and

Whereas; on April 28, we remember and honour those lives lost or injured due to a workplace tragedy, and collectively renew the commitment to improve health and safety in the workplace and prevent further injuries, illnesses and deaths; and

Whereas; organizations in Canada are encouraged to take part in recognizing the importance of...