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Celebrating Nursing Week 2026

During Nursing Week, we celebrate the dedication, expertise, and achievements of registered nurses (RNs), registered practical nurses (RPNs) and nurse practitioners (NPs.) This year, Nursing Week is May 11-17.

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Equal Pay Day 2026

Equal Pay Day shifts each year, marking the date that an average woman would have to work into the new year to earn what an average man earned in the previous year. In 2026, Equal Pay Day in Ontario is April 14.

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April 10 is Indigenous Nurses Day

We honour the contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis nurses, educators, and students across Canada.

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March 20 is the International Day of La Francophonie

On this day we celebrate the French language and culture. We are also reminded to embrace the core values of peace, democracy and respect for human rights.

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March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

We stand against racism, racial discrimination and intolerance. We stand for unity, inclusion and respect for diversity.

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International Women’s Day 2026

We are proud be part of a strong international movement of advocacy and support for women. We recognize the achievements – and honour the struggles – of all women on International Women’s Day (IWD), March 8.

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Black History/Black Futures Month

Each February, ONA celebrates Black History/Black Futures Month and honours Black Canadians whose achievements have shaped who we are today.

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Human Rights Day

On December 10 we join with organizations around the world in celebrating Human Rights Day.

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National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

On December 6, we observe the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. The day marks the anniversary of the 1989 murders of 14 women at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal, who were killed because of their gender.

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities

On December 3, we recognize the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), a time to promote understanding of disability issues and to show support and respect for the well-being and rights of persons with disabilities.

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September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

We recognize and commemorate the intergenerational harm that residential schools caused to Indigenous families and communities, and honour those who have been affected by this injustice.

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