WHEREAS The ability to read, write and communicate is empowering; and WHEREAS Communication provides a basis to who we are and how we live together and interact with the world. WHEREAS The freedom to read is the essence of free inquiry and essential to democratic decision making. Reading inspires the spirit of exploration and…
City of Selkirk Proclamation – September 2018, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month WHEREAS prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian men; and WHEREAS 1 in 7 Canadian men will be diagnosed with the disease in his lifetime; and WHEREAS an estimated 11 Canadian men will die from prostate cancer every day; and WHEREAS the survival…
City of Selkirk Proclamation – Equal Pay Day WHEREAS March 18th, 2018 has been proclaimed “Equal Pay Day” by the Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women; and WHEREAS March 18th, 2018 marks the end of the 420 days that Canadian women must work to earn the same wage that their male counterparts earn in just 365 days;…
City of Selkirk Proclamation – Equal Pay Day WHEREAS March 18th, 2017 has been proclaimed “Equal Pay Day” by the Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women; and WHEREAS March 18th, 2017 marks the end of the 420 days that Canadian women must work to earn the same wage that their male counterparts earn in just…
The City of Selkirk Proclaims March, 2017 as Dietitians of Canada Nutrition Month WHEREAS The goal of National Nutrition month is to encourage all Canadians to eat well; WHEREAS Registered Dietitians are a trusted source of credible nutrition information and are launching a campaign focusing on helping consumers make healthier food choices; WHEREAS Canadians are…