https://cupe.ca/event/international-womens-day
On March 8, CUPE joins the world in celebrating International Women’s Day.
Archives: Events
Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day
Every year, millions of Canadians experience repetitive strain injuries (RSIs). These injuries are a family of painful disorders affecting tendons, muscles, nerves and joints.
https://cupe.ca/event/repetitive-strain-injury-awareness-day
Black History Month
Feb 1, 2024 to Feb 29, 2024
Black History Month is a time to celebrate and highlight Black History and culture, and to honour the ancestors and leaders of Black communities, their accomplishments and their continued fight for liberation.
https://cupe.ca/event/black-history-month
Ceasefire Now! Day of Action
On Sunday December 17, join the next pan-Canadian day of action for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
https://cupe.ca/event/ceasefire-now-day-action
International Migrants Day
On December 18, CUPE expresses solidarity with people around the world who have been forced to leave their homes in search of decent work, safety, security, and a life where basic human and labour rights are respected.
Human Rights Day
Every year on December 10, people around the world stand up for equity, justice and human dignity by celebrating Human Rights Day.
National Day of Remembrance and Action to End Violence Against Women
On December 6, we mark the anniversary of the 1989 École Polytechnique massacre, where 14 women were singled out and murdered in an attack motivated by the gunman’s hatred of feminism and women. One of those women, Maryse Laganière, was a CUPE member who worked at the school.
https://cupe.ca/event/national-day-remembrance-and-action-end-violence-against-women
World AIDS Day
December 1 is World AIDS Day, and the start of Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week in Canada. On this day, CUPE renews its commitment to breaking down barriers for people with AIDS and HIV.
https://cupe.ca/event/world-aids-day
Red Dress Day
May 5 honours the thousands of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, 2 spirit, and gender diverse people in Canada by encouraging learning and building awareness to end violence against Indigenous women, girls, 2 spirit, and gender diverse people.
Call to Action 41 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report calls on the federal government of Canada to begin an inquiry into the numerous cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.