Parkinson's Awareness Month Proclamation

By virtue of the power vested in me

I Do Hereby Declare

April 2026

as

Parkinson’s Awareness Month

in the City of Pembroke.

Whereas Parkinson’s disease, for which there is no known cure, is a progressive, degenerative neurological disorder which can cause tremors or trembling of the arms and legs, muscular rigidity, slowness of movement, and difficulty with speaking and swallowing; and

Whereas the Parkinson Society of Canada provides information, consultation, support services and educational seminars for people living with Parkinson’s disease and their families to promote better understanding of this disorder; and

Whereas it is desirable to increase the level of understanding of Parkinson’s disease and the needs of persons living with this disease.

Therefore, be it resolved that I, Ron Gervais, Mayor of the City of Pembroke, do hereby proclaim April, 2026, as “Parkinson’s Awareness Month” in the City of Pembroke.

Dated in the Mayor’s Office this 7th day of April 2026

Ron Gervais

Mayor, City of Pembroke