Flag Ceremonies and Proclamations

Midland proclaims May as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month

Whereas; multiple sclerosis is a chronic, often disabling neurological disease affecting an estimated 1 in 400 Canadians and approximately 90,000 across the country; and  

Whereas; multiple sclerosis symptoms vary widely and may lead to problems with numbness, coordination, vision and speech, as well as extreme fatigue and even paralysis; and there is no known cause of, prevention of, or cure for multiple sclerosis; and  

Whereas; MS Canada is the only national organization in Canada that supports...

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,...