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Proclamation - Indigenous Survivors Day - June 30, 2026

Published: June 30, 2026

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WHEREAS Indigenous Peoples, including First Nations, Inuit, and Metis, have faced historical and ongoing trauma through colonial policies, such as the Sixties Scoop, Millennium Scoop, birth alerts, and other practices that disrupted families and communities;

WHEREAS Indigenous Survivors Day recognizes the strength and courage of those who have endured these injustices and honors the resilience, cultural heritage, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples;

WHEREAS the Town of Oxford is committed to advancing reconciliation, inclusivity, and respect for all communities;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the Town of Oxford do hereby proclaim June 30, 2026, as  pdf Indigenous Survivors Day(21 KB) in Oxford, Nova Scotia.

Dated at Oxford, Nova Scotia
June 30, 2026

Greg Henley, Mayor

Town of Oxford