Flag Ceremonies and Proclamations

Midland proclaims Earth Day

Proclamation Earth Day, April 22, 2025

Whereas, Earth Day was initially celebrated on April 22, 1970, marking the inception of the environmental movement and has since evolved into the largest participatory environmental movement on the planet; and

Whereas, Earth Day marks a renewed commitment to environmental stewardship and to the implementation of efforts to improve, protect and enhance the environment; and

Whereas, global challenges continue to grow, the crisis of climate change, loss of nature...

Midland proclaims World Autism Day

Proclamation World Autism Day April 2, 2025

Whereas, World Autism Day is recognized on April 2, 2025, in Canada. Autism Ontario is one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community, and the work we do helps all autistic individuals and families in their communities have access to meaningful support, information, and connections — not only on April 2 but every day throughout the year.

Whereas, Autism impacts more than 135,000 individuals in Ontario, representing 1 in every 50...

Midland proclaims World Water Day

Proclamation World Water Day March 22, 2025

Whereas, an international day to celebrate freshwater was recommended at the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED). The United Nations General Assembly responded by designating March 22, 1993, as the first World Water Day; and

Whereas, International World Water Day is held annually on March 22nd as a means of focusing attention on the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater...

Midland proclaims Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day

Proclamation Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day, March 18, 2025

Whereas, Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day is an annual event to celebrate the incredible service that public transit vehicle operators and workers provide in communities; and

Whereas, Transit Operators and workers play a vital role in ensuring passengers arrive safely to their destinations; and

Whereas, Many Midland residents rely on Transit’s regular and specialized services daily to get to work, school, events,...

Midland raises flag for International Women’s Day

The Town of Midland raised the flag for International Women's Day.

Annually on March 8, International Women’s Day is a day of collective global activism and belongs to everyone who is committed to forging equality. 

The 2025 campaign is Accelerate Action. This theme emphasizes the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality. Learn more on International Women’s Day website.

Whether you celebrate the spirit of Accelerate Action through your coworkers, your friends or your...