Proclamation – First Responders Day, May 1, 2023

“Whereas first responders dedicate their lives to public service, education, and the protection of residents, their property and the environment; and

Whereas first responders include professions such as paramedics, firefighters, police officers, nurses, doctors, medical evacuation pilots, community emergency managers, road maintenance personnel, and military personnel; and

Whereas first responders are professionals and volunteers whose skills often make the difference between life and death; and

Whereas at a moment’s notice, first responders are quick to respond to dangerous and distressing situations that threaten our communities; and

Whereas the services, dedication and commitment of first responders deserve to be recognized and honoured; and

Whereas in 2013 the Ontario Legislature proclaimed that May 1st of each year would be proclaimed as first Responders Day;

Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Mandy Martin, on behalf of Northumberland County Council, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2023 as ‘First Responders Day’ in Northumberland County.”