WHEREAS, Fibromyalgia (FM) is a complex illness whose symptoms vary widely and may include debilitating chronic pain, overwhelming fatigue, and cognitive impairment; and
WHEREAS, There is no known cause of, or cure for fibromyalgia; and
WHEREAS, Fibromyalgia Awareness Day is an opportunity to raise awareness and to show support for those living with FM and their families; and
WHEREAS, Fibromyalgia Association Canada is the only national organization in Canada that supports both FM research and services for people with FM and their families; and
WHEREAS, Fibromyalgia affects about 5% of Canada's population, which is over 2,000,000 men, women, and children of all ages and races are afflicted with this chronic illness; and
WHEREAS, People with FM have a right to be treated with dignity and have a right to pain relief.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Yvonne Hamlin, Mayor of the Town of Collingwood,
DO HEREBY PROCLAIM May 12th 2026, as “Fibromyalgia Awareness Day” in the Town of Collingwood.