ACTU Centre for Health and Safety Update 2026/15

Good afternoon,

As you would be aware, International Workers’ Memorial Day takes place annually around the world on 28 April – it is the international day of remembrance and action for workers killed, disabled, injured or made unwell by their work.

This year the focus is on psychosocial risks.

You can find details of the various TLC memorial events being held on Tuesday 28 April around the country here, and we encourage you to attend.

Kind regards,

Jenny Holden
Executive Assistant to Assistant Secretary, Liam O’Brien

International Workers Memorial Day – Tuesday 28 April

Day of Mourning Ceremonies 2025

April 28 is the labour movement’s most solemn day, but also one to refocus our commitment to preventing future workplace injuries and deaths. Every year, thousands of workers, friends and families of fallen workers gather at ceremonies across Canada to recognize the National Day of Mourning for workers killed or injured on the job.

This year, we will gather in communities across the country. As we mourn for the dead, the Canadian Labour Congress continues to fight for the living.

Find an event near you – CLC listing