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National Day of Mourning (Canada)

Observed on 28 April, a day to remember workers killed, injured or made ill by their jobs and to commit to safer workplaces.

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Last checked20 October 2026
First held1991

About the day

The Canadian Labour Congress began the day of remembrance in the 1980s, and Parliament made 28 April an official Day of Mourning through the Workers Mourning Day Act in 1991. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety promotes it each year.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Wednesday 28 April 2027CanadaSame date every year
2028Friday 28 April 2028CanadaSame date every year
2029Saturday 28 April 2029CanadaSame date every year

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