Annual Emancipation Day – August 1, 2024
Annual Emancipation Day marks the end of slavery across the British Empire in 1834. This is a time for fellowship and reflection with family and community, to share memories, and to keep the picnic and other traditions alive for future generations. Join the Emancipation Festival and keep the traditions alive!
International Day of World’s Indigenous Peoples – August 9, 2024
Violations of Indigenous Peoples’ rights persist due to historical colonization legacies and societal changes. Every August 9th, we commemorate Indigenous Peoples‘ right to self-determination and culturally appropriate decision-making. It’s a chance to honour their communities and rich knowledge systems.
International Youth Day – August 12, 2024
International Youth Day is held each year on August 12th. It is an initiative that celebrates the qualities of young people and recognizes the challenges that today’s youth can face. It is also a day to celebrate young people and their role in changing the world’s future. Educate yourself about it and see what you can do today.
World Humanitarian Day – August 19, 2024
August 19th is World Humanitarian Day, dedicated to honouring humanitarian aid workers who have sacrificed their lives in service. It’s a day for the global community to celebrate human compassion and the courageous individuals who selflessly assist those in need, often risking their own safety in dangerous situations. Read some of the stories here and prepare to be inspired!
Women’s Equality Day – August 26, 2024
The continuous struggle for women’s participation and equality in all spheres of life and society is observed on Women’s Equality Day on August 26. It commemorates the passage of women’s suffrage in the U.S. It reminds us of the hurdles overcome by the heroic women who faced violence and discrimination to propel the women’s movement forward.