International Women’s Day – March 8, 2026

Proclamations have been signed by Mayor Lisa Vanderkwaak, containing messages of importance, interest or benefit to citizens of Beaumont.

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WHEREAS, the United Nations began observing International Women’s Day in 1975 during International Women’s Week; 

AND WHEREAS, in Canada, women make up more than half of our population; and there is a necessity to raise awareness about the need for women and young girls of the world to have equitable opportunities in employment and education; 

AND WHEREAS, in Beaumont, we recognize the contributions of women to our community as entrepreneurs, decision-makers, employees, and citizens; 

AND WHEREAS, we call attention to their ability and willingness to contribute to Canada’s economic, political, and social communities; 

AND WHEREAS, for many among us, our future depends on the success of women in our community; 

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, Mayor Lisa Vanderkwaak, do hereby proclaim March 8, 2026 as: 

International Women’s Day