Proclamation – First Responders Day, May 1, 2025

“Whereas first responders are the frontline heroes who arrive in the critical early moments of an emergency, working to protect lives, property, and the environment while preserving public safety and evidence; and

Whereas first responders encompass a wide range of dedicated professionals including paramedics, police officers, firefighters, doctors, medical evacuation pilots, community emergency managers, road maintenance personnel, and military personnel; and

Whereas these individuals selflessly answer the call to duty with courage, compassion, expertise and unwavering commitment, often placing themselves in harms way to safeguard the well-being of others; and

Whereas their service, sacrifice and dedication deserve public appreciation and recognition for the vital role they play in keeping our communities safe; and

Whereas in 2013 the Ontario Legislature proclaimed that May 1st of each year would be proclaimed First Responders Day to honour these courageous professionals and their contributions to society;

Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Brian Ostrander, on behalf of Northumberland County Council do hereby proclaim May 1, 2025 to be ‘First Responders Day’ in Northumberland County.”