Town recognizes Netherlands Liberation Day
Every year on May 5th, the Parliament of Canada recognizes ‘Dutch Heritage Day’ (also known as Bevrijdingsdag – Netherlands Liberation Day), commemorating the sacrifices made by Canadians to liberate the Netherlands from the German invasion during WWII, and forging a unique bond between the two countries. On Wednesday May 5, the Dutch flag was raised in front of the Bradford courthouse by Mayor Rob Keffer, accompanied by local resident Albert Wierenga who has significant Dutch roots, his brother Carl Wierenga, and longtime resident Cor Den Bleker. The annual flag raising signifies the...
Source: bradfordtoday.ca