Raoul Wallenberg Day
Marked in Canada on 17 January, honouring the Swedish diplomat who saved tens of thousands of Jewish people in Hungary in 1944.
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Last checked20 October 2026
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About the day
Raoul Wallenberg was taken into custody on 17 January 1945 and his fate remains unknown. Canada made him its first honorary citizen in 1985, and Canadian Heritage issues a statement on the day each year.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday 17 January 2027 | Canada | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Monday 17 January 2028 | Canada | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Wednesday 17 January 2029 | Canada | Same date every year |
Where this information comes from
- Canadian Heritage: Statement on Raoul Wallenberg Day 2026
- Canadian Heritage: Important and commemorative days
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