CITYOF  OAKDALE  State of Minnesota City of Oakdale  Proclamation  WHEREAS, in 1969, a group of concerned citizens identified a need for increased mental health services WHEREAS, with a starting budget of $26,000, these coordinated volunteer efforts launched a more than WHEREAS, Canvas Health works tirelessly to remove: the stigma around mental health supports, andi tears WHEREAS, Canvas Health's comprehensive slate of services are geared towards meeting individuals at any stage and situation in their lives, and providing a support network as they navigate life's challenges; WHEREAS, each year, Canvas Health supports the needs of more than 6,000 individuals through more than 200,000 high-quality services across the Twin Cities metro area and the state; and WHEREAS, on October 20, 2024, Canvas Health will celebrate 55 years of irreplaceable service and THEREFORE, I, Kevin. Zabel, Mayor of Oakdale, Minnesota, hereby proclaim October 20, 2024 as "Canvas IN WITNESS THEREOF: I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Oakdale to be  for their community's most vulnerable residents; and half-century's worth of dedication, care, and support; and down barriers to these vitally needed services; and  and  support.  Health Day" in the City of Oakdale. affixed on this 20th day of October, 2024.  Kevin  gA