COUNTING AIR: How VAC and UVAE are measuring psychological risk at VAC By: Edwin MacDonald, UVAE Mental Health Champion How do you count air? We can measure wind speed and direction, but that tells us how air moves, not what it is. We can track pollen counts or smog levels, but those measure only specific …
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation / Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters
In 2021, the Government of Canada officially established September 30th as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR). National Day for Truth and Reconciliation did not replace Orange Shirt Day rather they coexist to reinforce the same message. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is dedicated to honouring Residential School Survivors, their families, and …
What 1872 Teaches Us About the Current PSAC PA Bargaining Round
The Labour Day long weekend we enjoy every September wasn’t a gift from the government. It was fought for, paid for, and won by everyday workers who refused to back down. Today, as more than 100,000 members of the PSAC Program and Administrative Services (PA) group navigate a deeply frustrating round of negotiations with the …
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August 9 – International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is observed annually on August 9. Established by the United Nations in 1994, this day protects Indigenous rights, celebrates unique cultures, and honors contributions to environmental protection. It marks the first 1982 meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations of the Sub-Commission on the Promotion and …
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Women’s Equality Day
Women’s Equality Day is celebrated annually on August 26 in the United States to commemorate the 1920 adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which granted women the right to vote. The observance was first established in 1971 through a designation by Congress. It serves a dual purpose: celebrating the historic milestone of …
Pride Season 2026
Pride Season in Canada spans from June to September. Canadians come together to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ communities with parades, festivals, and advocacy events. The events and celebrations draw millions of participants across Canada. Fierté Canda Pride is one of many different organizations that supports, connects, and advocates for Pride organizations across Canada. They provide mentorship, resources, …