April 28 is observed as the National Day of Mourning in Canada to commemorate workers who have died, been injured or suffered illnesses due to work-related incidents. This day is also known as Workers’ Memorial Day or International Commemoration Day for Dead and Injured Workers. The importance of this day lies in recognizing and raising awareness about the importance of …
National Day of Mourning – April 28
On April 28, please take the time to honour and recognize the workers injured or killed in Canadian workplaces. Below is an excerpt from Wikipedia, that outlines the history and significance of this very important day. The National Day of Mourning, or Workers’ Mourning Day is observed in Canada on 28 April. It commemorates workers who have been killed, injured or suffered illness due to …
National Day of Mourning
Today is our National Day of Mourning. We use this day to pay respects to the thousands of workers who lost their lives as a result of a work related incidents. We also honour the families whose lives have been altered so drastically by these tragedies. Traditionally on April 28th the Canadian flag has flown at half-mast on Parliament Hill …