WHEREAS, the United Nations General Assembly designated November 25 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women to raise awareness of, and call for action to end, violence against women and girls around the world; and WHEREAS, violence against women and girls remains one of the most widespread human rights violations, affecting … Read more
WHEREAS, October 18-24, 2026, is celebrated across the Province as Ontario Public Library Week, coordinated by the Ontario Library Association to raise awareness of the valuable role public libraries play in the lives of Ontarians and their communities; and WHEREAS, the Carleton Place Public Library is a community hub for lifelong learning, literacy, connection and … Read more
WHEREAS, research consistently shows that high-quality early learning and child care supports the intellectual, emotional, social and physical development of young children and lays the foundation for lifelong learning and well-being; and WHEREAS, accessible, high-quality child care strengthens families and our broader community by enabling parents and caregivers to work, study and participate fully in … Read more
WHEREAS, National Child Day is celebrated annually on November 20th to recognize Canada’s commitment to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, which affirms the rights of children to be heard, protected, and WHEREAS, by ratifying the Convention in 1991, Canada committed to ensuring that all children are treated with dignity and … Read more
WHEREAS, municipal governments deliver the services residents rely on every day, from safe drinking water, roads and waste collection to recreation, libraries, emergency services and land use planning, and play a vital role in shaping the character, priorities and quality of life of our community; and WHEREAS, the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers … Read more
WHEREAS, small businesses are the backbone of our local economy, driving innovation, fostering community resilience, and creating vital employment opportunities for our citizens; and WHEREAS, Canadian entrepreneurs demonstrate remarkable adaptability and dedication by embracing new technologies, optimizing productivity, and strengthening our local supply chains; and WHEREAS, the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) has organized … Read more
