WHEREAS, Falun Dafa is an advanced ancient exercise and meditation practice of mind, body, and spirit based on the universal principles of Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance; and
WHEREAS, Falun Dafa has benefited both physically and spiritually to over 100 million people in 114 countries around the world since its public introduction in China by Mr. Li Hongzhi in May 1992; and
WHEREAS, Falun Dafa transcends cultural and racial boundaries and contributes to a more peaceful, tolerant, and compassionate society; and
WHEREAS, Falun Dafa practitioners determination and courage to stand up for Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance under the most severe environment has shown the world the value of life and the preciousness of human dignity.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Yvonne Hamlin, Mayor of the Town of Collingwood,
DO HEREBY PROCLAIM May 13th, 2024 as “Falun Dafa Day” in the Town of Collingwood.
Dated this 13th day of May 2024.