National Forest Week - September 21 to 27, 2026

WHEREAS Canada’s forests are a valuable, renewable resource that contribute to our 
economy and the livelihoods of our communities; and

WHEREAS Canada’s forests play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, clean air and 
water and wildlife habitat whilst being an important aspect of climate change mitigation efforts; and

WHEREAS Stony Plain and its citizens rely on the surrounding forests for livelihood, health, and recreation; and

WHEREAS This annual one-week campaign with the theme of “Forest Pathways: Innovation and 
Sustainability” will be celebrated across Canada by individuals and organizations.

THEREFORE, I, Mayor William Choy of the Town of Stony Plain, do hereby proclaim September 21 to 27, 2026, as “National Forest Week.”

Dated this 21st day of September, 2026.