Proclamations

What is a Proclamation?

Proclamations are ceremonial documents issued and signed by the Mayor on behalf of Brampton City Council that officially recognize the importance of an event, a campaign, or an organization of significance, interest or benefit to the citizens of Brampton for a particular day, week or month. A proclamation does not constitute a personal or civic endorsement.

Guidelines for Proclamation Requests

Criteria

Requests are to be made at least four (4) weeks in advance of the requested issuance date
Requests may only be made by an organization that resides/operates within the City of Brampton
Requests must provide background information about the organization, cause or event being proclaimed
Repeat requests are to be submitted on an annual basis
Requests must relate to an organization, cause or event that contributes to the economic, social, and cultural fabric of the City of Brampton

Eligible Causes

Public awareness campaigns;
Charitable fundraising campaigns;
Arts and cultural celebrations; and
Special honours.

Additional Information

Proclamations are issued at the discretion of the Mayor
An organization (i.e. requestor/recipient) may request one proclamation per year
Proclamations are issued only to recognized Brampton organizations and not to individuals
Organizations do not have exclusive rights to the day, week or month being proclaimed
Proclamations of a similar topic will be issued on a first come, first served basis
Only one proclamation is provided framed and will be issued to the requesting organization. Organizations can request multiple signed copies of the proclamation, as well as digital versions for their webpages and social media
All proclamation text is subject to approval and modification by the City of Brampton

A proclamation will not be issued for:

Matters of political controversy, ideological or religious beliefs or individual conviction
Events or organizations with no direct relationship to the City of Brampton
Campaigns or events contrary to City policies or by-laws
Campaigns intended for profit-making purposes

Receiving a Proclamation

Proclamations are listed on the agenda and read by the Mayor at the beginning of Council meetings

Submitting a Proclamation Request

Please complete the online Proclamation Request Form.

Issued Proclamations

Listing of issued proclamations.