Proclamations

Proclamations are public announcements or declarations, often issued to organizations in the format of a ceremonial document, which recognizes the efforts and contributions of groups or individuals. The Mayor receives requests for formal proclamations from groups or organizations wishing to raise awareness or highlight an upcoming event or issue. The Mayor has the authority to designate a specific day, week or month to help raise awareness of these events, arts and cultural celebrations, charitable fundraising or public awareness campaigns that are significant to the Municipality of Clarington.

The Mayor will not issue proclamations for:

  • Matters of political controversy, religious beliefs or individual conviction
  • Events or organizations with no direct relationship to the Municipality of Clarington
  • Campaigns or events contrary to law, Municipal policies or by-laws
  • Campaigns intended for profit-making purposes

An organization does not have exclusive rights to the day, week or month of their proclamation.

To submit your request, fill out the Flag Raising and Proclamation Request Form at least three weeks prior to the desired proclamation period.

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed January 26, 2026, as Kawasaki Disease Awareness. The day aims to promote awareness, which can lead to earlier diagnosis and prevention of the long-term effects of the disease.

Clarington has proclaimed January 29, 2026, as Durham Hospice Awareness Day to promote both the need and to build awareness of hospice care.

A flag raising is scheduled for January 29, 2026, at 11 a.m. in Veterans' Square.

Mayor Foster has proclaimed January 29, 2026, as National Day of Remembrance and Action Against Islamophobia. The day aims to encourage a Clarington that is welcoming to all and free from Islamophobia and hate. 

To mark the day, the Municipal Administrative Centre (Town Hall) will be lit green.

Clarington has proclaimed February 11, 2026, as 211 Day. The day raises awareness of the free, multilingual 211 services that connect residents to essential supports, including housing, food access, mental health care, financial assistance, and more. The Municipal Administrative Centre (Town Hall) will be lit red in celebration.

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed February 11, 2026, as National Flag of Canada Day within the Municipality of Clarington. The day marks the adoption of our current Canadian maple leaf flag in 1965 and is an important moment in Canada's history. 

The Red Ensign will be raised to mark the occasion, recognize Canada's heritage, and promote awareness of our national history.

Mayor Foster has proclaimed February 19, 2026, as World Cholangiocarcinoma Day within the Municipality of Clarington. The day aims to raise awareness about the rare, aggressive bile duct cancer and to show solidarity with patients, caregivers and families.

The Municipal Administrative Centre (Town Hall) will be lit green in celebration. 

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed February 28, 2026, as Rare Disease Day. This day raises awareness and helps patients, caregivers, medical staff, and government officials become more actively involved in making a difference. 

The Municipal Administrative Centre (Town Hall) will be lit purple, pink and white on in recognition of the day.

Clarington has proclaimed March 2026 as Amyloidosis Awareness Month. The month aims to raise awareness about all forms of amyloidosis, including hereditary and non-hereditary forms of the disease, which is particularly important since earlier diagnoses can lead to better outcomes for both patients and their loved ones. 

The Municipal Administrative Centre will be lit red on March 1, 2026, in recognition.

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed March 10, 2026, as Harriet Tubman Day in Clarington. The day aims to raise awareness that Harriet lived in Canada and that Ontario was the terminus of the Underground Railroad, which led thousands to escape bondage in the United States and flee to Canada.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed April 2026 as Neurodiversity Awareness Month. The month raises awareness and celebrates the strengths of neurodivergent people.

In recognition, the Neurodiversity Infinity Pride flag will be raised in a ceremony on April 2 at 11 a.m. at Veterans' Square outside the Municipal Administrative Centre. The Municipal Administrative Centre will be lit green in celebration.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed April 2, 2026, as World Autism Day. The day aims to raise awareness and promote acceptance and appreciation of autistic people and their contributions to society.

In recognition, the Neurodiversity Infinity Pride flag will be raised in a ceremony on April 2 at 11 a.m. at Veterans' Square outside the Municipal Administrative Centre. The Municipal Administrative Centre will be lit green in celebration.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed April 13 to 17, 2026, as Medical Laboratory Week. The week aims to remind lab professionals that their essential work is seen and valued.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed April 19, 2026, as Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Day. Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia occurs when the diaphragm fails to fully form in pregnancy, allowing the organs to move into the chest cavity and inhibit lung growth. The day aims to raise awareness and honour children and their families who are affected.

The Municipal Administrative Centre (Town Hall) will be lit pink and yellow in recognition.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed April 24, 2026, as Human Values Day. The day encourages all residents to highlight the importance of fostering positive character, compassion, and civic responsibility within our community.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed April 25, 2026, as Parental Alienation Recognition Day. The day aims to increase awareness of parental alienation and highlight the benefits of shared parenting. 

A flag raising is scheduled for Friday, April 24, 2026, at 11 a.m. in Veterans' Square located at Town Hall (40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville). 

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed April 28, 2026, as National Day of Mourning. It is a day of remembrance for workers how have been killed, injured or made ill on the job. 

Flags at all Municipal buildings will be lowered in honour and remembrance of those killed in the workplace.

Clarington has proclaimed May 2026 as Community Living Month. The month aims to support the services provided by Community Living Oshawa/Clarington and acknowledge its ongoing advocacy for a fully inclusive community for all residents.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed May 2026 as Jewish Heritage Month. The month aims to recognize, celebrate and honour the rich history, culture, traditions and significant contributions of the Jewish community to the social, cultural and economic fabric of our municipality.

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed May 2026 as Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) Awareness Month. The month aims to educate the public and focus attention on these rare conditions.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed May 4 to 10, 2026, as Mental Health Week. The week aims to educate the community, reduce stigma, and promote the resources available for those struggling with mental health issues.

In recognition, we will raise the mental health week flag on May 4 at 9 a.m. in Veterans' Square outside the Municipal Administrative Centre. The Municipal Administrative Centre will be lit green in celebration.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed May 12, 2026, as Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. The day demonstrates support for those affected by fibromyalgia and raises awareness of this often-overlooked condition.

The Municipal Administrative Centre (Town Hall) will be lit purple in recognition of the day.

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed May 14, 2026, as Students Against Impaired Driving (SAID) Day. The Day aims to promote responsible choices, raise awareness of the risks of impaired and distracted driving, and honour lives affected by preventable tragedies. 

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed May 17 to 23, 2026, as Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) Week. The week aims to encourage all residents to support VON and our community by sharing positive messages and financially supporting Marigold Hospice.

The Municipal Administrative Centre will be lit blue in celebration.

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed May 28, 2025, as Menstrual Health Day. The day aims to raise awareness and break the taboo around menstrual health. 

The Municipal Administrative Centre (Town Hall) will be lit red in recognition.

Mayor Foster has proclaimed May 31 to June 6, 2026, as National AccessAbility Week. This week encourages Canadians to think about the barriers people with disabilities face, and to find ways to help remove them. 

In recognition, we will raise the International Disability Awareness Flag on May 29 at 11 a.m. in Veterans' Square outside the Municipal Administrative Centre. 

Mayor Adrian Foster has proclaimed June 2026 as Pride Month. The month celebrates the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, commemorates its history and reflects on the continued fight for equality and freedom around the world.

The Progressive Pride flag will be raised in celebration on Monday, June 1, at 9 a.m. in Veterans' Square at Town Hall. 

Clarington has proclaimed December 2026 as Christian Heritage Month. The month honours and celebrates the significant contributions of Christians to our community through service, compassion, volunteerism, and community building.

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