Proclamation

Whereas Science Rendezvous is a one-day festival where people and science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics meet to celebrate Canada's research achievements; and

Whereas Science Rendezvous Kingston is where Kingstonians of all ages can gather to learn from and along with the local scientists from Queen's University, Kingston Health Sciences Centre, local museums, and community organizations; and

Whereas Science Rendezvous Kingston engages and inspires young Kingstonians and all citizens of this city to participate in discovery, experimentation, and exploration in all areas of science; and

Whereas Science Rendezvous Kingston, Canada's largest pop-up science discovery centre is proud to bring our researchers and our community together to create knowledge, connections, and fun.

Therefore, I, Mayor Bryan Paterson, on behalf of Kingston City Council, hereby proclaim May 11, 2024 to be "Science Rendezvous Kingston Day" in the City of Kingston in appreciation of the individuals in our community who are working so diligently, in formal laboratories or back gardens, as mentors and stewards to improve our lives.

Dated at Kingston this 24th of January, 2024.

Bryan Paterson
Mayor