Sample Proclamations

Sample Proclamations

A proclamation is a formal public statement or announcement. It is usually signed by a government official such as a mayor or reeve; the signing ceremony can also be made a media opportunity for interviews or photographs.

Sample Proclamation #1 (long version)

WHEREAS volunteering of an individual’s time and resources is an essential part of the Canadian spirit, and

WHEREAS it is even more in evidence that Canada’s greatest natural resource is its people, and

WHEREAS volunteers show every day through their actions that they truly care about their communities and the people who live in them, and

WHEREAS the voluntary sector is increasingly recognized as the third partner with government and business in building strong communities, and

WHEREAS we continue to rely on the efforts of volunteers to enrich our community and our province,

THEREFORE let us honor and thank those volunteers in our community who share their time, energy, knowledge, and abilities by proclaiming April 17 –23, 2005, National Volunteer Week in (town/city). In so doing, I, (Name & Title) call upon all citizens to help to renew and sustain the Canadian spirit by committing themselves to address the needs of their communities through voluntary action.

(signature, date)

Sample Proclamation #2 (short version)

WHEREAS the volunteer spirit that helped to build (name community) is alive and strong today, and

WHEREAS each year many citizens commit their time and talents to improve the quality of life for our entire community, and

WHEREAS the entire community benefits from the valuable contributions that volunteers make,

THEREFORE I (Name & Title) do hereby proclaim April 17–23, 2004, 2005, “Volunteer Week” in (community).

(signature, date)

National Volunteer Week 1 Revised 2009