International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women, who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities. The world has made...

World Wildlife Day

World Wildlife Day is an opportunity to celebrate the many beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora and to raise awareness of the multitude of benefits that their conservation provides to people. At the same time, the Day reminds us of the urgent need to...

International Mother Language Day

Every two weeks a language disappears taking with it an entire cultural and intellectual heritage. At least 43% of the estimated 6000 languages spoken in the world are endangered. Only a few hundred languages have genuinely been given a place in education systems and...

National Acadian Day

August 15 is the day that Acadians celebrate National Acadian Day. Discover the rich heritage and culture of the Acadian people and take part in the various celebrations.

National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21 marks the annual recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Previously called National Aboriginal Day, it is an official day to celebrate the culture and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities in what is currently referred to as...