Whitby Town Council and staff recognize and value the contributions of the diverse communities that make our Town so unique and special. We also observe national and internationally recognized days and historical events. Learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Whitby. 

Read on to see a list of awareness days and observances for April 2024. Be sure to subscribe to this Awareness Days and Observances page for updates or visit whitby.ca/calendar to see if there are any virtual or in-person events planned to commemorate these days.

• Earth Month/Week/Day - April
• Genocide Remembrance, Condemnation and Prevention Month - April
• National Volunteer Month - April
• Sikh Heritage Month - April
• World Autism Awareness Day - April 2
• Vimy Ridge Day - April 9
• International Day of Pink - April 10
• Earth Day - April 22
• National Day of Mourning - April 28
• Journey to Freedom Day - April 30

Observances and awareness days proclaimed by Whitby Town Council are bolded. Learn how to submit an application for a flag raising or proclamation.