Council Member Request: Call on Government of Canada to act on Gaza

Council Member Request for Addition to Meeting Agenda

Field	Content
Council Member Name:	Gery Lemon
Date submitted:	09/02/2025
Item Details:
Council/Committee of the Whole Meeting Date Requested:	09/02/2025
Agenda Topic: (short title)	Notice of motion calling on Government of Canada to call for a cease fire and arms embargo in Israel/Hamas conflict
Background/Context: (brief summary of the matter, previous related discussions, or relevant background)	Civilian casualties in Gaza are in the tens of thousands and include humanitarian and medical agencies attempting to get vital aid to the Palestinian people as well as more than 200 journalists reporting on the situation. This notice of motion calls on the Canadian government to bring a strong voice to the international stage.
Is this item for information only or are you proposing a motion for action?	Information only [ ] Yes [ ] No If no, list motion here: The Town of View Royal calls on the Canadian government to take a strong stand on the international stage and call for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, a bilateral arms embargo, and demand and secure humanitarian corridor for the delivery of food and essential aid.
Supporting Materials	[ ] No [x] Yes – list in order you wish for them to appear in the agenda 1. as attached 2. 3.

Please submit this completed form and all supporting materials to the Deputy Corporate Officer by noon on the Wednesday prior to the meeting. Note: This form will be distributed with the agenda package and will be part of the permanent meeting record.