|
|
 |
 |
|
| |
|
City of Toronto Proclamation |
|
| |
|
"Earth Week"
April 21 to 27, 2002
| WHEREAS: |
the City of Toronto's lands, waters, air and other natural resources, should be protected and preserved at all costs. This goal of environmental sustainability is the legacy we wish to leave for those who follow us; and |
| WHEREAS: |
the City of Toronto supports and strengthens its commitment to the environment by continuing to accomplish the goals outlined in its environmental plan - "Clean, Green and Healthy: A Plan for an Environmentally Sustainable Toronto"; and |
| WHEREAS: |
Earth Day is the single largest peacetime demonstration in history, a global event that raises awareness for environmental issues. The City of Toronto celebrates the spirit of Earth Day with its third annual Enviro Festival, because through special events and public education we can make a difference; and |
| WHEREAS: |
focussing on "Zero Waste", this year's event strives to inform students, teachers and all residents of the city what they can do every day to reduce their waste, protect the environment and better their community. |
| NOW, |
| THEREFORE: |
I, Mayor Mel Lastman, on behalf of Toronto City Council and the 2.5 million people of our great City, do hereby proclaim April 21 to 27, 2002 as "Earth Week" and April 22, 2002 as "Earth Day" in the City of Toronto, and urge residents to do their part in creating a clean, green and healthy city. |
[Signed Mayor Mel Lastman]
|
|
|
