In Canada National Day of Mourning takes place on April 28, 2020. The National Day of Mourning is observed annually in Canada and sometimes called Workers Mourning Day. It commemorates workers who have been killed, injured or suffered illness due to workplace related hazards and incidents.
DAY OF MOURNING – APRIL 28
In Honour of Workers Killed or Injured on the Job
On April 28 each year we remember those who were killed or injured on the job, and to recommit to working to ensure that every worker goes home safe at the end of every shift.
There are 2 events this year
Squamish
Sunday, April 26 – 11 AM
O’Siyam Pavilion Park
Hosted by CUPE 2279 & the Vancouver & District Labour Council
New Westminster
Tuesday, April 28 – 11 AM
Westminster Pier Park
Hosted by the New Westminster & District Labour Council
MAY 1
MAY DAY – International Day of the Worker
RALLY
4 pm
at Victory Square in Vancouver
CELEBRATION & COMMUNITY EVENT
5 to 11 PM
Russian Hall
600 Campbell Ave, Vancouver
Hosted by the Vancouver & District Labour Council
In Canada National Day of Mourning takes place on April 28, 2020. The National Day of Mourning is observed annually in Canada and sometimes called Workers Mourning Day. It commemorates workers who have been killed, injured or suffered illness due to workplace related hazards and incidents.