National Disability Employment Awareness Month - October 2026

Proclamation from the Mayor of behalf of the Town of Amherstburg: "National Disability Employment Awareness Month - October 2026"

WHEREAS: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a national movement that ignites conversation about disability inclusion in employment, in business, and in our communities. Its purpose is to promote inclusive employment for people with a disability – celebrating their contributions to the workplace; and

WHEREAS: Beginning on this day October 1st, 2026, the Town of Amherstburg in conjunction with Ontario Disability Employment Network would like to issue this proclamation of the recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month; and

WHEREAS: The Town of Amherstburg is committed to providing disability inclusion and services to all members of the public by responding to the needs of the national disability movement; and

WHEREAS: The Town is encouraged to show their support by wearing purple and “Light it Up” for NDEAM 2026; and

WHEREAS: This month we recognize the dedication and hard work of ODEN and spotlight the many ways people who have a disability contribute to businesses and their communities, helping companies be successful and competitive; and

WHEREAS: There are over 200 communities involved, 13 provinces and territories represented and over 3,150 locations participating since its launch.

WHEREAS: Last year over 900 locations nationwide shone purple and blue. Let’s make 2026 an even brighter success!

THEREFORE: I, Mayor Michael Prue, on behalf of the Town of Amherstburg, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM October 2026 "National Disability Employment Awareness Month" in the Town of Amherstburg.

- Mayor Michael Prue