International Day of the Girl
Declared by the United Nations, the International Day of the Girl Child recognizes girls' rights and the unique challenges they face worldwide. Each year the day amplifies girls'…
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Persons Day
Persons Day marks the 1929 decision in the Persons Case, when the "Famous Five" — Emily Murphy, Nellie McClung, Irene Parlby, Louise McKinney, and Henrietta Muir Edwards —…
United Nations Day
UN Day marks the anniversary of the United Nations Charter coming into force in 1945. It's a moment to recognize the UN's work on peace, human rights, and…
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Recognized by the United Nations, this day draws global attention to gender-based violence and the work still needed to end it. It also marks the opening of the…
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December 5, 2026 Breakfast/Brunch & Speaker
Ottawa
Human Rights Day
Human Rights Day marks the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the UN General Assembly in 1948. It closes the 16 Days of Activism and…