April Awareness Days 2026

Mar 10, 2026

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 2026. Be sure to subscribe to the 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 - April 2026

Genocide Remembrance, Condemnation and Prevention Month - April 2026

Sikh Heritage Month - April 2026

World Autism Awareness Day - April 2, 2026

Vimy Ridge Day - April 9, 2026

International Day of Pink - April 9, 2026

Earth Week - April 19 to 25, 2026

National Volunteer Week - April 19 to 25, 2026

Earth Day - April 22, 2026

National Day of Mourning - April 28, 2026

Journey to Freedom Day - April 30, 2026

Observances and awareness days proclaimed by Whitby Town Council are bolded.