Dec
10
Sun
Human Rights Day
Dec 10 all-day
Human Rights Day

Each person plays an important role in shaping a society where diversity and inclusion are valued and human rights principles are reflected in our systems, policies, attitudes and behaviours. On Human Rights Day, all Albertans are encouraged to join communities across the globe as they celebrate our rights, as recognized in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Jan
1
Mon
Global Family Day
Jan 1 all-day
Global Family Day

Global Family Day is an international day of peace and sharing celebrated every January 1st. It aims at uniting and spreading peace by considering and promoting the idea that- Earth is one global family.

Jan
27
Sat
Family Literacy Day
Jan 27 all-day
Family Literacy Day

Family Literacy Day is a national awareness initiative created by ABC Life Literacy Canada in 1999 and held annually on January 27 to raise awareness of the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family. (abclifeliteracy.ca)

Feb
1
Thu
Black History Month
Feb 1 – Feb 28 all-day
Black History Month

Every February, Canadians are invited to participate in Black History Month festivities and events that honour the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present.

Feb
4
Sun
World Cancer Day
Feb 4 all-day
World Cancer Day

World Cancer Day is the one singular initiative under which the entire world can unite together in the fight against the global cancer epidemic.

Feb
20
Tue
World Day of Social Justice
Feb 20 all-day
World Day of Social Justice

“On World Day of Social Justice, we reaffirm our commitment to social change and to ensuring that the rights and dignity of all human beings—in Canada and around the world—are equal.” (Global Affairs Canada)

Mar
8
Fri
International Women’s Day
Mar 8 all-day
International Women's Day

A day when women are recognized for their achievements.  International Women’s Day first emerged from the activities of labour movements at the turn of the twentieth century in North America and across Europe. The theme for this year is “Think equal, build smart, innovate for change”.

May
15
Wed
International Day of Families
May 15 all-day
International Day of Families

The International Day of Families provides an opportunity to promote awareness of issues relating to families and to increase knowledge of the social, economic and demographic processes affecting them.It has inspired a series of awareness-raising events, including national family days. In many countries, this day is an opportunity to highlight different areas of interest and importance to families.

Jun
15
Sat
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Jun 15 all-day
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

It is an official United Nations International Day acknowledging the significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue. Let’s honour this landmark and continue raising public awareness of elder abuse with events across the country.

Jun
20
Thu
World Refugee Day
Jun 20 all-day
World Refugee Day

On World Refugee Day, held every year on June 20th, we commemorate the strength, courage and perseverance of millions of refugees.