Mayor Rob Keffer, councillors, South Simcoe Police, MPP Caroline Mulroney along with members of the Sikh community gathered in front of the Bradford courthouse Saturday afternoon to raise the flag for Khalsa Day.
Khalsa Day marks the anniversary of the founding of the Sikh Order of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh. The first Khalsa Day was held in India on April 13, 1699.
The mayor read the proclamation recognizing the day in BWG:
WHEREAS:
Bradford West Gwillimbury residents of the Sikh faith have made and continue to make tremendous contributions to the growth and development of the community and the country as a whole; and
WHEREAS:
A fundamental strength of our community lies in our unique racial and ethno-cultural diversity. The value that we place upon respecting all beliefs and religions is a source of strength in our Town, our Province, and our Country; and
WHEREAS:
In celebrating this significant holiday, our Sikh community provides our residents with an opportunity to experience and share in the educational, cultural, and religious significance of this very important day.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That His Worship Mayor Rob Keffer and Members of Council proclaim April 14, 2022, as Khalsa Day in the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.
