Toronto’s Mayor, Rob Ford, on behalf of Toronto City Council, has proclaimed February 6, 2011 as “Bob Marley Day”, and has invited all citizens of Toronto to salute the great musician and humanitarian, Bob Marley. The complete proclamation is detailed below in italics, and may also be viewed on Toronto’s official website here.
WHEREAS Robert Nesta Marley was born on February 6, 1945, and in his 36 years created a legacy of socially observant music which continues to inspire hope and acceptance around the world.
Bob Marley’s brand of reggae music, both powerful and distinct, captivated people of all cultures and continues to be instantly recognizable around the world. His profound influence on the musical and cultural landscape earned him a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and changed the history of popular music.
Through his music, Bob Marley became an advocate for human rights and an international ambassador for peace. His courage to speak out against oppression, poverty, slavery and apartheid earned him a Peace Medal of the Third World from the United Nations and the Order of Merit from his home country of Jamaica.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Mayor Rob Ford, on behalf of Toronto City Council, do hereby proclaim February 6, 2011 as “Bob Marley Day” and join with citizens of Toronto to salute a great musician and humanitarian.
Mayor Rob Ford
