Today the Town of Midland raised the flag for Terry Fox Week, which is a time to remember Terry Fox and continue his Marathon of Hope to cure cancer. The Terry Fox Foundation amplifies Terry's spirit of unity, determination, and compassion, as his story continues to inspire individuals of all ages, encouraging them to make a difference in the fight against cancer.
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 people worldwide are encouraged to join together and participate in the annual Terry Fox Run, now in its 45th year
Today the Town of Midland raised the flag for National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to unite in support of children and families affected by childhood cancer. September is dedicated to raising awareness, offering hope, and honouring the courage of young warriors and their loved ones.
Approximately 10,000 children are living with cancer in Canada today. Each year about 1,500 cases are diagnosed. Because of significant advances in therapy, 82% of these children will survive 5 years or more. Childhood cancer remains responsible for more deaths from one year through adolescence than any other disease....
Today, the Town of Midland recognized International Overdose Awareness Day (takes place on August 31), a global event dedicated to raising awareness about overdose, reducing the stigma of drug-related deaths, and acknowledging the grief of families and friends who have lost loved ones.
August 31, 2025 is International Overdose Awareness Day, the world’s largest campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind; and.......
The Town of Midland raised the Intersex Progress Pride flag for Fierté Simcoe Pride Week. This week is dedicated to creating safe and inclusive communities within Simcoe County that support and unite people of all genders, sexes and sexual identities.
This marks the 13th annual Fierté Simcoe Pride, and its purpose is to create a safe and inclusive Simcoe County that supports gender and sexual diversity through services, activities, and events; and the Intersex Progress Pride flag is raised to honour gender and sexual diversity in Simcoe County.
Proclamation - St. John Ambulance Week June 23 to June 29, 2025
The York-Simcoe-Muskoka Branch of St. John Ambulance has been serving the community since 1941 and fulfilling their mission of enabling Canadians to improve their health, safety, and quality of life by providing training and community service and .......
Proclamation "Indigenous Heritage Month” and “Indigenous Peoples Day” June 21, 2025: June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day – a day for all Canadians to learn about and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and significant contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples......
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