World Day of Social Justice

World Day of Social Justice (Social Justice Equality Day) is an international day recognizing the need to promote social justice, which includes efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender equality, unemployment, human rights, and social...

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.

Canadian Multiculturalism Day

Canadian Multiculturalism Day is an opportunity to recognize the important contributions that Canadians from different backgrounds have made – and continue to make – to build and shape a stronger, more diverse, and inclusive society.

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...