the Canadian Red Cross Society has been engaged in preventing and alleviating human suffering across Canada and around the world; and
WHEREAS:
the Canadian Red Cross Society has helped thousands of Canadians through its Disaster Relief and Community Services, including our own residents of Toronto; and
WHEREAS:
the Canadian Red Cross Society is a reflection of the Canadian spirit of generosity, caring and selflessness.
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 March 2002 as Red Cross Month in the City of Toronto. I also encourage residents to support the Canadian Red Cross and our community by regularly volunteering their time or participating in Red Cross programs and events, across the world and across the street.
