2. “I still can’t believe he’s gone”

3. Why Do We Have A Day Of Mourning?
Last year in Alberta, 166 workers died from workplace injury or disease; leaving 166 families to mourn.

4. On April 28, people across Canada will recognize a Day of Mourning for all workers who have been killed, injured or disabled at their place of work.

5. History of the Day of Mourning
The National Day of Mourning, held annually on April 28, was officially recognized by the Federal Government in 1991, eight years after the day of remembrance was launched by the Canadian Labour Congress.

6. History of the Day of Mourning
The Day of Mourning has since spread to about 80 countries around the world and has been adopted by the AFL-CIO and the International Confederation of Free Trade.

7. We hope that the annual observation of this day will strengthen our resolve to establish and maintain safe conditions in the workplace for all.

8. It is as much a day to remember those we have lost, as it is a call to protect the lives of the people we work with.

9. What Can You Do? How can you help commemorate this event?
On Saturday, April 28, there will be a ceremony and a moment of silence which takes place at 11:00am.
The ceremony will take place at SAIT.
Several Guest Speakers will be attending.

10. Moment of Silence
MHSA members, you are encouraged to attend these ceremonies on the 28th, or at the very least take a moment to remember those who have suffered a work related injury or death trying to earn a living for their family.

11. 2017 Alberta Statistics
The following are WCB Fatality Statistics for Alberta in 2017.
Break down of the 166 Occupational Fatalities:
Trauma: 40
Motor Vehicle Accidents: 34
Occupational Disease: 92

12. For more information: MHSA: Rocky View:(403) 279-5555
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