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Proclamation
Transgender Day
November 2011 1 2020
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Whereas; The Transgender Day of Remembrance known as TDOR is recognized annually on
November 20t" through vigil and solidarity, this November 20t", 2020 in Chester, Nova Scotia we
are raising the Transgender Flag to honour those who are no longer with us and;
Further be it resolved that the Transgender Day of Remembrance, on Friday November 20t",
2020, is set aside to memorialize those killed because of transphobia, hatred, and prejudice with
respect to their gender identity. Originally organized by Gwendolyn Smith to honour the murder
of Rita Hester on November 28t",1998, the event is held annually to focus awareness on the
continued violence perpetrated against transpersons.
According to the Human Rights Campaign, at least 34 transgender or gender non -conforming
individuals, the majority of which are Black or from other marginalized communities, have been
killed this year alone in North America. Rita Hester's murder like most anti-transgender
murder cases has yet to be solved.
While the Transgender Day of Remembrance allows us to mourn an
those taken too early from our communities, Transgender Awareness
up to Nov. 20th, draws our attention to the difficulties and challenges
the Trans community. It is through awareness that we can continue t
safer, more accepting, and positive society for all.
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We can also use this time to celebrate the progress that is being made in Halifax, Nova Scotia,
and Canada to protect and further the rights of everyone, regardless of their gender identity.
Furthermore, we are pleased to acknowledge the recent international successes of Trans
people in the attainment of various public offices. Diversity brings strength and resilience to our
society and enriches the lives of all.
Day of Remembrance publicly mourns and honours the lives of all Trans people who might
otherwise be forgotten. Through vigil, we express love and respect for our people in the face of
national indifference and hatred. Day of Remembrance reminds cisgender people that we are
their sons, daughters, parents, friends and lovers. Day of Remembrance gives our allies a
chance to step forward with us and stand in vigil, memorializing those of us who've died by anti-
ransgender violence.
_ With greater awareness and education, we continue moving towards greater acceptance and
inclusion for all trans and gender diverse individuals in our communities.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, I Warden Allen Webber, on behalf of Chester
Municipal Council do hereby proclaim November 20t", 2020 as Transgender Day of
Remembrance in Lunenburg County.
Dated at Chester, Nova Scotia this 20t" day of November 2020
Allen Webber, Warden