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PURPLE DAY PROCLAMATION
MARCH 26, 2024
Whereas Purple Day is a global effort dedicated to promoting epilepsy
awareness in countries around the world, and
Whereas epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions,
estimated to affect over 50 million people worldwide and 42 people in
Canada are diagnosed every day, and
Whereas one in ten persons will have at least one seizure during his or
her lifetime, and
Whereas the public is often unable to recognize common seizure types,
or how to respond with appropriate first aid, and
Whereas Purple Day will be celebrated on March 26 annually to increase
understanding, reduce stigma, and improve the quality of life for people
with epilepsy throughout the country and globally.
Now, therefore, I do hereby proclaim March 26, 2024, “Purple Day”, in an
effort to raise awareness of epilepsy in Canada.
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Allen Webber
Warden