National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities.
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Decoda Literacy Calendar
Orange Shirt Day
The annual Orange Shirt Day on September 30th opens the door to global conversation on all aspects of Residential Schools.
Health Literacy Month
During Health Literacy Month we urge you to move health literacy awareness to health literacy action!
Learning Disability Awareness Month
Every October, Canadians celebrate Learning Disability (LD) Awareness month.
Canadian Library Month
All month long, libraries and library partners across Canada are raising awareness of the valuable role libraries play in Canadians’ lives.
Cyber Security Awareness Month
Cyber Security Awareness Month is held every October to help the public learn more about the importance of cyber security.
World Teachers’ Day
World Teachers’ Day is held annually on 5 October to celebrate all teachers around the globe.
World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day raises awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilizes efforts in support of mental health.
International Day of the Girl Child
October 11 is the International Day of the Girl Child. It recognizes girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.
International Plain Language Day
Share your plain language successes.
Media Literacy Week
Media Literacy Week is an annual event promoting digital media literacy across Canada, taking place each October.
Drop Everything and Read Challenge
Put away the homework and the text books. Shut down your phone and the computer. Pick up a book and read for recreation. Read for pleasure. Read to learn something you are interested in. Read to escape. Read for fun.