Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week – February 7 to 14
Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week is held every year from February 7 to 14. According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, CHDs are the leading birth defects that…
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Feeding Tube Awareness Week – February 5 to 9
Feeding Tube Awareness Week is observed worldwide during the first week in February and takes place from February 5 to 9 in 2024. The feeding tube, a masterful invention of…
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February: Dates of Significance
In February, we acknowledge Black History Month, World Hijab Day, Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Missing Women’s Memorial March, and International Childhood Cancer Day. Read more about each date of significance below,…
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Acknowledging holidays and celebrations in February
In February, we acknowledge Setsubun, Isra’a and Miraj, Lunar New Year, Vasant Panchami, Nirvana Day and Shab-e Barat. Read more about each holiday/celebration below, written by members of our Inclusivity, Diversity,…
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World Braille Day – January 4
World Braille Day, celebrated since 2019, is observed to raise awareness of the importance of Braille as a means of communication in the full realization of the human rights of…
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In December and January, we acknowledge Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and Orthodox Christmas. Read more about each holiday below, written by members of our Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee.
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International Volunteer Day – December 5
International Volunteer Day (IVD) is a global celebration of volunteers. It takes place every year on December 5 to shine a light on the impact of volunteer efforts everywhere. Volunteers…
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International Day for People with Disabilities – December 3
In 1992, The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed December 3 as International Day for People with Disabilities. This annual day of observance aims to promote an understanding of disability issues…
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Ontario Shores and Abilities Centre Announce Expansion of Joint Research Ethics Board, Welcoming Grandview Kids
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) and Abilities Centre welcome Grandview Kids into their Joint Research Ethics Board (REB).
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National Child Day – November 20
On National Child Day, we recognize Canada’s commitment to uphold the rights of children. This year’s theme is “Inclusion for Every Child,” which includes children and youth with physical, communication…
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