National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism (Canada)
Observed in Canada on 23 June, the anniversary of the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, to remember all victims of terrorism.
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OrganiserGovernment of Canada
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Last checked20 October 2026
First held2005
About the day
The day was first observed in 2005. Its date marks the bombing of Air India Flight 182 on 23 June 1985, which killed all 329 people on board, 280 of them Canadians. It differs from the UN international day held in August.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 23 June 2027 | Canada | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 23 June 2028 | Canada | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 23 June 2029 | Canada | Same date every year |
Where this information comes from
- Government of Canada: National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism
- Canadian Heritage: Important and commemorative days
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