April 28th is observed across Canada as the Day of Mourning, a day to honour those who have died, suffered injury or experienced illness due to work-related causes.

The National Day of Mourning was officially recognized by the federal government in 1991, eight years after the day of remembrance was launched by the Canadian Labour Congress. The Day of Mourning has since spread to about 80 countries around the world and has been adopted by the AFL-CIO and the International Confederation of Free Trade.

The Canadian flag on Parliament Hill will fly at half-mast. Workers will light candles, don ribbons and black armbands and observe moments of silence. Businesses are asked to participate by declaring April 28 a Day of Mourning and to strive to prevent workplace deaths, illnesses and injuries.

click here to order a free poster from WSIB's Day of Mourning Web Page

click here to order a free poster from the CCOHS Day of Mourning Web Page

click here to find Day of Mourning events in your area (Workers' Health & Safety Centre web site)