Flag Ceremonies and Proclamations

Midland raises flag for #ITSTARTS

The Town of Midland raised the #ITSTARTS Flag to celebrate the start of #ITSTARTS Month. 

The Town of Midland is dedicated to promoting a unified community that embraces acceptance, inclusion, equity and diversity. The #ITSTARTS campaign raises awareness about the value and importance of developing welcoming communities in Simcoe County.

Thank you to the County of Simcoe for leading these important initiatives and creating opportunities for conversation.

You can find more info on the county’s...

Midland proclaims #ITSTARTS Month

Proclamation #ITSTARTS Month

Whereas, Inclusion, acceptance, and equity are important approaches to the diversity of residents living in any community, especially in our growing and changing Town; and

Whereas, March 21 is recognized as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination; and

Whereas, the Simcoe County Local Immigration Partnership (SCLIP) is a community partnership focused on the development of settlement strategies for newcomers. These strategies bring together and...

Midland proclaims National Pink Shirt Day

Proclamation National Pink Shirt Day (anti-bullying) February 26, 2025

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

The Town of Midland raised the Pan African flag to celebrate the start of Black History Month.

Black History is everyone’s history. Today we listen, this month we learn and reflect, and year-round we continue the conversation.

This is a reminder of our call to action to strengthen our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

The 2025 theme for Black History Month is: “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations” learn more on the Government of...

Midland proclaims Black History Month - February 2025

Proclamation Black History Month, February 2025

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...