WHEREAS Canada 150 celebrations marking the 150^th anniversary of Confederation are a historic moment for communities across the country; and

WHEREAS the Federation of Canadian Municipalities has partnered with Canadian Heritage to bring local voices to Canada 150 celebrations through the Canada 150  Community Leaders network; and

WHEREAS the Canada 150 Community Leaders network represents a valuable opportunity to promote Strathcona County at the national level throughout 2017 and beyond; and

WHEREAS Strathcona County has already nominated local residents to participate in the Canada 150 Community Leaders network to stay informed on Canada 150 events while bringing local voices and perspective to Canada-wise celebrations;

NOW THEREFORE I, Mayor Roxanne Carr, do hereby endorse the participation in Canada 150 activities at the local level and that Strathcona County provide the necessary collaboration to local participants of the Canada 150 Community Leaders network throughout 2017 in order to bring our local voice to nationwide celebrations.

DATED this 14^th day of March, 2017.

Roxanne Carr, MAYOR
STRATHCONA COUNTY