Proclamation for Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week (November 1st – 7th, 2023)

Whereas carbon monoxide (CO) is often referred to as the silent killer because it is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas; and

Whereas CO is the leading cause of accident poisoning deaths in North America; and

Whereas each year, it proves fatal for dozens of Canadians and makes thousands more sick with what they think is the flu; and

Whereas increasing awareness of the importance of having functioning carbon monoxide detectors can help save lives; and

Whereas this November, the Town of Arnprior’s Fire Prevention / Protection Office will be increasing public awareness of carbon monoxide hazards at home, school and work, highlighting the simple steps we can all take to avoid personal tragedy;

Therefore I, Lisa McGee, Mayor, do hereby proclaim November 1st to 7th, 2023 as Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week in the Town of Arnprior and urge all residents and visitors to participate in the outreach activities planned by the Fire Prevention / Protection Officers to highlight the simple steps that everyone can take to limit the risks posed by carbon monoxide to themselves and their families.

Lisa McGee, Mayor
Town of Arnprior