Proclamation - Veterans' Week November 5-11, 2025

WHEREAS Veterans’ Week is a time to honour Canadian Veterans and Soldiers made up of the young and old who share a common goal of keeping our country strong, proud and free;

AND WHEREAS Canada has a long history of providing military assistance in order to secure peace around the world;

AND WHEREAS Peace and Freedom are not just words, but values and beliefs worthy of sacrifice yesterday, today and tomorrow;

AND WHEREAS Canadian sacrifice and valour will be remembered forever as a rich legacy of peace, freedom and identity;

NOW THEREFORE, to show support for our veterans and their families, I, Deputy Mayor Shane Hall, on behalf of Council, do hereby proclaim November 5 to 11, 2025 as Veterans’ Week in the Town of Shelburne.