Proclamation: National Volunteer Recognition Week (Apr. 27 – May 3, 2025)
WHEREAS, 24 million Canadians give their time through formal or informal types of volunteering, contributing close to 5 billion volunteer hours per year; and
WHEREAS, Volunteers provide mentorship to our children, support those feeling isolated, beautify our green spaces, fundraise for our charitable organizations; and assist in supporting families, friends, neighbours, and strangers within our community; and
WHEREAS, Harbour Grace’s volunteers are individuals, families, workers, retirees, community members of all ages and backgrounds who not only participate in various committees and boards appointed by council, but also contribute to our community to better the lives of people in our Town making Harbour Grace a great place to live, work and play;
NOW THEREFORE, I, Don Coombs, Mayor of the Town of Harbour Grace,
DO HEREBY PROCLAIM April 27 to May 3, 2025, as “National Volunteer Recognition Week” in the Town of Harbour Grace and urge my fellow colleagues and citizens of Harbour Grace to recognize the crucial role played by volunteers in our community.
Photo ID: A signed proclamation with typed text.