Day of MourningManitoba designates April 28 of each year as the Day of Mourning. On this day, we remember and honour the workers who lost their lives to work-related injuries and illnesses. It’s also a time to renew our commitment to workplace safety and health.Day of Mourning highlights the importance of workplace safety and the ongoing efforts needed to prevent such tragedies. Canada was the first country to commemorate this day, which is now observed in more than 80 countries worldwide. Learn more about the National Day of Mourning. Upcoming events on April 28, 2026 The public is invited to honour Manitobans we’ve lost to workplace injury and illness at one of the upcoming events below. City of Winnipeg City Hall Courtyard, 510 Main St. — 8:45 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. City of Brandon City Hall, 410 8th St. — 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Leaders Walk Union Centre, Broadway and Smith St. — 11:30 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. Manitoba Federation of Labour Manitoba Workers Memorial, Memorial Park — 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
