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WHEREAS
Sioux Lookout has a long and proud tradition of embracing diversity in all its forms – cultural, social, and ethnic; and
WHEREAS
the community of Sioux Lookout is immeasurably enriched by the diversity of our people, including those members of the Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, Queer + (2SLGBTQ+) communities; and
WHEREAS
Pride events across Canada and around the world are necessary to show community support and belonging for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and families, and 2SLGBTQ+-identifying youth in particular; and
WHEREAS
Acknowledging and participating in Pride underscores and affirms our respect for the dignity, equality, and visibility of 2SLGBTQ+ people and families; and
WHEREAS
The global pandemic has increased the isolation, anxiety, and insecurity of some of society's most vulnerable citizens, including 2SLGBTQ+ people and youth; and
WHEREAS
Sioux Lookout Pride is a local group of volunteers that has planned virtual celebrations for the month of June;
NOW THEREFORE
I, Doug Lawrance, Mayor of the Municipality of Sioux Lookout, do hereby proclaim June as Gay Pride Celebration Month and encourage all residents regardless of sexual orientation, to celebrate together in recognition of the rainbow of diversity with which our 2SLGBTQ+ community contributes to Sioux Lookout.

Signed:
Doug Lawrance, Mayor
Municipality of Sioux Lookout

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