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Emergency Preparedness Week - May 2-8, 2021
Posted on Monday, April 26, 2021 03:15 PM
This year, Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is May 2-8, 2021.
Emergency Preparedness Week is a national awareness initiative that has taken place annually since 1996. It is a collaborative event undertaken by provincial and territorial emergency management organizations supporting activities at the local level, in concert with Public Safety Canada and partners. EP Week encourages Canadians to take three simple steps to become better prepared to face a range of emergencies:
May is Building Safety Month
Posted on Monday, April 26, 2021 01:28 PM
Have you ever wondered what steps are required to plan your construction project?
- Plan
- Connect
- Hire a Designer
- Get the Proper Approval
- Hire Professionals
- Call for Inspections
- Get Final Approval
- Enjoy!
Proclamation - Huntington's Disease Awareness Month
Posted on Thursday, April 22, 2021 03:44 PM
If you see a blue or purple light shine on the Wawa Goose in the month of May, this is in recognition of Huntington's Disease.
Huntington's disease (HD) is a progressive brain disorder caused by a defective gene. This disease causes changes in the central area of the brain, which affect movement, mood and thinking skills. HD is often described as having ALS, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's all at the same time. Sites across Canada are helping raise awareness...
Proclamation - Community Living Awareness Month
Posted on Thursday, April 22, 2021 03:31 PM
Community Living Algoma is a non-profit, charitable organization committed to the full inclusion and citizenship of people with intellectual disabilities. Now in its 68th year of operation, it provides services and supports to over 720 children and adults in the District of Algoma.
Municipal Council does hereby proclaim the month of May 2021 as “Community Living Algoma Awareness Month” in the town of Wawa.
Proclamation - May 10-16, 2021 to be Nursing Week
Posted on Thursday, April 22, 2021 03:20 PM
Nursing week is to celebrate the birthday of Florence Nightengale, the founder of modern day nursing. The nursing week is to draw attention to the many nurses in Wawa and around the world, and to increase awareness to the public, and government, the many contributions of nurses to the well being of all Canadians. Municipal Council urge all citizens to join in celebration and recognition of the contribution of nurses and their unique ability to have a positive impact on the lives of those...
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