Proclamation - Franco-Ontarian Day

WHEREAS during this 50th anniversary year, more than ever, the Franco-Ontarian flag remains a symbol of pride, resistance and hope for all francophones across Ontario; and

WHEREAS by the virtue of the Franco-Ontarian Day Act, which was legislated on April 26th, 2010, it is declared that September 25th of each year be recognized as Franco-Ontarian Day throughout the province of Ontario; and

WHEREAS September 25th is the anniversary of the first raising of the Franco-Ontarian flag and it represents over 400 years of French presence in Ontario; and

WHEREAS there are more than 745,000 Francophones in Ontario, the largest Francophone community outside of Quebec; and

WHEREAS Franco-Ontarian Day has become an annual occasion to celebrate the heritage of the Francophone community;

NOW THEREFORE Council of the Municipality of Greenstone, do hereby proclaim September 25th of each year as Franco-Ontarian Day and join the Francophone community of Greenstone in celebrating its exceptional contribution to Ontario's growth and prosperity.