National Day of Mourning

Apr 17th, 2020

Institute for Work & Health

Day of Mourning - April 28th
National Day of Mourning

The National Day of Mourning, held April 28 every year, is a day to remember all those who have lost their lives or suffered health consequences due to work hazards. This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the day is being marked online or via virtual events. See the Day of Mourning webpages from select organizations to find out more:

Association of Workers' Compensation Boards of Canada

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

Threads of Life

Insitute for Work & Health (Ontario)