A proclamation is a formal public statement of Council that recognizes an initiative or observance of a specific time period for the purpose of raising awareness or interest and/or benefit to Smoky Lake County.
2023 Proclamations in Smoky Lake County
October Proclamations
| Fire Prevention Week: October 8 - 14, 2023 | |
| This year’s Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) campaign, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention™,” works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe when cooking. For more information and resources about Fire Prevention Week visit: www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week | |
| Read Smoky Lake County Council's Proclamation Here | |
| Small Business Week: October 15 - 21, 2023 | |
| Small Business Week recognizes the critical contributions of Alberta's entrepreneurs and small business owners. | |
| Read Smoky Lake County Council's Proclamation Here | |
| Heritage Manitoba Maples | |
| The Manitoba Maple Trees located on Victoria Trail along the banks of this historic North Saskatchewan River (kisiskâciwanisîpiy), on River Lot 12, are likely more than 160-years-old. Alberta Culture does not permit a municipality to designate trees or flora as a municipal historic resource, however, the County may make a symbolic proclamation to that effect, nevertheless. | |
| Read Smoky Lake County Council's Proclamation Here | |
| National Library Month: October 2023 | |
| Libraries play a vital role in providing resources that give us a wealth of knowledge and insight into many different topics, making them a hub of knowledge that everyone can explore. | |
| Read Smoky Lake County Council's Proclamation Here | |
November Proclamations
| Family Violence Prevention Month: November 2023 | |
| Alberta has the third highest rate of self-reported spousal violence among Canadian provinces, yet family violence is preventable. November is Family Violence Prevention Month (FVPM) in Alberta. It is a time to increase awareness of the warning signs of family violence and the resources and supports available so we can work together to end family violence and build healthier relationships in our communities. Learn #WhereToTurn by visiting: https://www.alberta.ca/family-violence-prevention-month | |
| Read Smoky Lake County Council's Proclamation Here | |
| Métis Week: November 12 - 18, 2023 | |
| Every year on the week of November 16, in memory of Louis Riel’s wrongful execution, we proudly honour our Métis heritage and celebrate the future of our vibrant and everlasting Métis Nation. | |
| Read Smoky Lake County Council's Proclamation Here | |
