By virtue of the power vested in me
I Do Hereby Declare
May 2024
as
“Jewish Heritage Month”
in the City of Pembroke.
Whereas the Jewish community, with a long and proud history in Canada and in Pembroke, has made significant contributions to the wellbeing, growth and prosperity of Pembroke and all of Canada while overcoming tremendous obstacles; and
Whereas Jewish Canadians have excelled in a wide range of endeavours, including the arts, sciences, law, architecture, media, finance, entertainment, philanthropy, and business, significantly contributing to Canadian life; and
Whereas in 2018 Parliament adopted Bill S-232 which designates the month of May as Canadian Jewish Heritage Month recognizing the important contributions that Jewish Canadians have made to Canada’s social, economic, political, and cultural fabric; and
Whereas Parliament declared that Canadian Jewish Heritage Month would provide an opportunity to remember, celebrate and educate future generations about the inspirational role that Jewish Canadians have played and continue to play in communities across the country; and
Whereas B’nai Brith a Jewish human rights organization has invited municipalities to enhance Parliament’s declaration by adopting their own motions and promoting the celebration of Jewish Heritage month within their respective communities every May.
Therefore, be it resolved that I, Ron Gervais, Mayor of the City of Pembroke, proclaim May 2024 as “Jewish Heritage Month” in the City of Pembroke
Dated in the Mayor’s Office this 7th day of May 2024
Ron Gervais
Mayor, City of Pembroke