What national day is it today in Canada?
Today is Monday 9 November 2026 in Canada. No single awareness day falls on this date in Canada, but 4 weeks and 7 months are running.
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Weeks and events running in Canada
- International Week of Science and Peace
The International Week of Science and Peace, held in the week of 11 November, promotes links between science, cooperation and peace.
- National Poppy Campaign (Canada)
The Royal Canadian Legion's National Poppy Campaign runs from 24 October to 11 November, raising funds for Veterans and promoting Remembrance.
- Veterans' Week (Canada)
Held from 5 to 11 November each year, a week to honour Canadian veterans and those who died in service, ending on Remembrance Day.
- World Quality Week
A week in November when organisations recognise the work of quality professionals and the value of quality management.
Months running in Canada
- Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Month (Canada)
November in Canada, when Crohn's and Colitis Canada raises awareness of inflammatory bowel disease and funds for research and support.
- Financial Literacy Month (Canada)
Financial Literacy Month runs through November in Canada, encouraging people to build money skills and talk openly about finances.
- Hindu Heritage Month
Held each November in Canada, a month to recognise the culture, traditions and contributions of Hindu Canadians.
- Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Held every November to raise awareness of lung cancer, challenge stigma and encourage people to seek help early.
- Movember
A month every November when people grow moustaches or take on challenges to raise money for men's health, including prostate and testicular cancer.
- Osteoporosis Month (Canada)
November in Canada, when Osteoporosis Canada shares information on bone health and how to lower the risk of fractures.
- Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
A month every November that raises awareness of pancreatic cancer symptoms and the need for faster diagnosis.
Coming up tomorrow, 10 November
- Hindu New Year (Annakut)
Hindu New Year, the day after Diwali in the Gujarati calendar, is marked with Annakut, a vast offering of food in temples.
- NET Cancer Day
A global day on 10 November that raises awareness of neuroendocrine cancers and the need for earlier diagnosis.
- World Science Day for Peace and Development
World Science Day for Peace and Development on 10 November highlights the role of science in society and in building sustainable futures.