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Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament raises more than $40,000 for Midland’s Community Grant Program

Media Release Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament raises more than $40,000 in support of Midland’s Community Grant Program

For Immediate Release

(September 19, 2024 – Midland, ON) The Town of Midland is pleased to announce that the inaugural Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament raised $41,500 in support of Midland’s Community Grant Program.

The funds raised through sponsorships, players fees and various fundraising activities during the tournament will be distributed to local not-for-profit organizations...

Midland raises flag for National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Today members of the community gathered with Mayor Gordon, Councillor Patel, staff and a representative from Candlelighters Simcoe for National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. In September, we unite for one purpose: to bring hope, strength, and healing to children battling cancer and their families.

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, this month we unite for one purpose: to bring hope, strength, and healing to children battling cancer and their families.

First and foremost, it's...

Midland raises flag for Terry Fox Week

Today members of the community gathered with staff, Councillor Patel, Councillor MacDonald, and representatives from Terry Fox in the Heart of Georgian Bay to raise the flag for Terry Fox Week in Midland. The Terry Fox Run will take place on Sunday, September 15, 2024. This event gives the community an opportunity to get involved in the efforts to find a cure for cancer, while sharing the spirit of unity, determination, and compassion exemplified by Terry Fox, as he continues to inspire...

Midland proclaims Terry Fox Week

Whereas; On April 12, 1980, Terry Fox undertook his Marathon of Hope, his determination, compassion and drive in the fight against cancer continues to inspire people worldwide; and

Whereas; People worldwide are encouraged to join together and participate in the annual Terry Fox Run, whether by walking, running, or volunteering, to honour the legacy of Terry Fox and contribute to the ongoing battle against cancer and to raise funds for cancer research, treatment, and support services that make a...

Midland proclaims Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day

Whereas; International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day happens annually on September 9th, people around the world began observing International FASD Awareness Day each year beginning in 1999, in order that on the ninth day of the ninth month of the year, the world will remember that during the nine months of pregnancy it is important to abstain from alcohol; and

Whereas; the term “Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder” (FASD) describes the range of exceptionalities that may affect...