Day of Mourning
Every year on April 28, people across the country gather to light candles and wear ribbons as they pay their respects and remember the thousands of men and women who have been killed, injured, or suffered illness as a result of work-related incidents. We also honour the families, coworkers, and friends whose lives have been significantly impacted by these tragedies. April 28th was chosen to reflect the anniversary of the day Ontario passed the Workers’ Compensation Act in 1914.
Toronto – April 21, 2018 – Each year on April 28, union members and their allies from across the country gather, light candles, and wear ribbons to pay their respects and remember the thousands of women and men who have been killed or injured, or have suffered illnesses as a result of work-related incidents.
New Westminster, B.C. – February 1, 2018 – In response to the various hazards that community health workers encounter when servicing clients at their homes, UFCW Canada Local 1518 has developed a one-day, occupational health & safety course designed specifically for health care members working in the community.
Mississauga, Ont. – January 10, 2018 – Kim is a long-time employee at a grocery store in central Ontario where she works in the floral department.
Mississauga, Ont. – July 14, 2017 – For more than 22 years, Jacqueline has worked in a food manufacturing facility on several production lines in Southwestern Ontario.