WHEREAS: in Selkirk, we are fortunate to have a variety of recreation and parks systems providing countless recreational opportunities for all residents and visitors from around the world; and
WHEREAS: parks and recreation enhance quality of life, active living, leisure education, and lifelong learning, helps people live happier and longer, develops skills and positive self-image in children and youth, develops creativity and builds healthy bodies and positive lifestyles, and enhances overall mental health; and
WHEREAS: parks and recreation build family unity and social capital, strengthens volunteer and community development, enhances social interaction, creates community pride and vitality, promotes equity, inclusivity, sensitivity and understanding to cultural diversity, and fosters a sense of belonging; and
WHEREAS: parks and recreation can be used for therapy and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing illness, impairment, and disability; and
WHEREAS: the benefits provided by parks and recreation programs and services reduce healthcare and social service costs, serve to boost the economy, economic renewal and sustainability, enhance property values, decrease vandalism, attract new business, increase tourism and curb employee absenteeism; and
WHEREAS: our parks, open spaces and trails ensure ecological sustainability, provide space to enjoy nature, help maintain clean air and water, and preserve plant and animal wildlife; and
WHEREAS: all levels of government, the voluntary sector and private enterprise throughout the province participate in the planning, development and operation of recreation and parks programs, services and facilities.
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that I, Larry Johannson, Mayor of the City of Selkirk, in the Province of Manitoba do hereby proclaim June 2026 to be “National Parks and Recreation Month” in Selkirk and commend its thoughtful observance to all citizens.
Larry Johannson
MAYOR