This year’s National Day of Mourning reflects on workers safety and injury prevention

Iqaluit, Nunavut (April 24, 2024) – Minister of Human Resources David Akeeagok invites all public service employees to participate in this year’s National Day of Mourning on April 28, 2024.

“The National Day of Mourning is an opportunity for all public service employees to come together and remember their colleagues who were injured at work, and to reflect on the critical role that safety plays at our workplace. We all have a part to play in creating safe and healthy workplaces, and every step we make to prevent injuries and illnesses at work is a step towards a safer future,” said Minister Akeeagok. “Let us take a moment of silence at 11 a.m., on this National Day of Mourning, to honour those who have been affected by workplace tragedies and to commit ourselves to making our workplaces safer and healthier for everyone.”

For support, including wellness and personal counselling, the Government of Nunavut public service employees and their families can access the Employee and Family Assistance Program by calling 1-800-663-1142.