Proclamations

A proclamation is a ceremonial document designating a period (special day, week or month) given to reward the efforts and commitments of recognized organizations or events that enhance our community and for a reason that is significant to City of Pickering residents.

Kawasaki Disease Day - January 26, 2026

Kawasaki Disease Canada, a national charity incorporated in 2014, is dedicated to ensuring Kawasaki disease remains top‑of‑mind for Canadians and to protecting children’s heart health. As the leading cause of acquired heart disease in children, early recognition of Kawasaki disease is critical, and increased awareness of its symptoms can save lives. Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki first identified the symptoms that defined the disease on January 26, 1961. More than 50 years later, its cause remains unknown, making public awareness more important than ever. As the only national charity focused on improving outcomes for affected children and families, Kawasaki Disease Canada continues to work with medical professionals and international partners to advance education, awareness, and early diagnosis across the country.

For more information, visit: https://kdcanada.org/

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Durham Region Hospice Awareness Day - January 29, 2026

Wednesday, January 29, 2026 is Durham Region Hospice Awareness Day. In 2018, the Capital Campaign was launched to raise the necessary funds in order to construct a 10-bed hospice residence that would provide comfort, care and compassion for any Durham Region resident who was facing end-of-life due to a terminal illness, and their families. Construction on Hospice Whitby-Roger Anderson House began in April 2025 and the first resident is anticipated to be welcomed in late fall 2026.

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Amyloidosis Awareness Month - March 2026

The Canadian Amyloidosis Support Network (CASN) is a federally registered non-profit organization that supports patients and families impacted by amyloidosis. Amyloidosis is a group of diseases caused by the buildup of abnormal proteins in organs and tissues of the body. Left untreated, the disease can result in organ failure and can be fatal.

The goal of CASN is to educate more Canadians about the signs and symptoms of this disease during Amyloidosis Awareness Month in March, and to ensure that more Canadians not only know about this disease but can also recognize the signs and symptoms of amyloidosis.

For more information, please visit amyloidosiscanada.org

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National Poison Prevention Week - March 15-21, 2026

The Ontario Poison Centre (OPC), a 24/7 telephone help line provides specialized poison management advice for the general public and health care professionals across Ontario, and other provinces. The OPC handles approximately 140,000 exposure cases each year, the majority of which are unintentional and preventable.

Each year, OPC participates in National Poison Prevention Week, which raises awareness and provides education about preventing unintentional poisoning. National Poison Prevention Week takes place during the third full week of March. In the early 1980s, Poison Centres across Canada also began to promote the event during this same week. The OPC hopes to raise awareness about the importance of poison prevention, encourage public education on safe practices, and highlight the critical role of Poison Centres in providing life-saving information and assistance to families and communities across Canada.

For more information, please visit ontariopoisoncentre.ca

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Requests for proclamations which primarily serve to benefit one or more of the following causes are generally accepted:

  • arts and cultural celebrations;
  • charitable fundraising campaigns;
  • civic promotions; and
  • public awareness campaigns.

Requests for proclamations which fall into any one of the following groups will not be approved:

  • matters of political controversy, ideological or religious beliefs or individual conviction;
  • promotion of business or commercial enterprise;
  • if the intent is contrary to corporate policies or municipal by-laws;
  • if the intent is to defame the integrity of the City, Member of Council, or staff person; or
  • if the event or organization has no direct relationship to the City of Pickering.

Submit your proclamation request at least 3 weeks prior to the desired proclamation period.

View the Proclamation Request Form

For more information, please contact the Council Office.

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