Request a 'Day of Significance' be recognized

To request recognition of an external Day of Significance, such as a flag raising, please use the form below.

Days of Significance refer to a day, week, month or other time period that is used to recognize a cause, memorial, event or other significant initiative.

Please refer to the Municipal Calendar on the Days of Significance page for currently recognized dates before filling out this form. Please complete this form at least 60 days prior to the date being requested for recognition. Requests will be confirmed based on the criteria set out below and on a first come, first served basis.

 Criteria for recognition

1. The day or cause to be recognized must reflect the corporate mission, vision and values.
   
   
2. The day or cause to be recognized must not:

• involve violence, racism or hatred, nor have political or religious motivation
• have philosophy that is contrary to City policies/by-laws
• conflict with another recognized day on the municipal calendar

3. The day or cause to be recognized must be in connection with a local charitable or non-profit organization to:

• help increase public awareness of their programs and activities; or
• celebrate national or international distinction or a significant contribution to the community; or
• recognize an organization that has helped to enhance Kawartha Lakes in a positive manner; or
• celebrate significant historic milestones (i.e. 25^th, 50^th or 100^th anniversary); or
• at the discretion of the City Clerk, in consultation with the Chief Administrative Officer, as a symbolic gesture of collective community spirit and support.

4. An organization shall not be recognized more than once per calendar year.
   
   
5. Staff are required to submit recognition applications on an annual basis.