October Awareness Days 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 October 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.

• German Heritage Month - October 2026
• Hispanic/Latin American Heritage Month - October 2026
• Islamic Heritage Month - October 2026
• National Disability Employment Awareness Month - October 2026
• Somali Heritage Month - October 2026
• Women's History Month - October 2026
• International Day of Older Persons - October 1, 2026
• International Wrongful Conviction Day - October 2, 2026
• National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls - October 4, 2026
• Energy Efficiency Day - October 7, 2026
• National Dental Care Day - October 10, 2026
• World Mental Health Day - October 10, 2026
• International Day of the Girl Child - October 11, 2026
• Waste Reduction Week - October 19 to 25, 2026

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

Learn how to submit an application for a flag raising or proclamation.