Today is the national Day of Mourning held annually on April 28th in Canada. This day is to commemorate those workers who have lost their lives on the job.
Canada was the first country to recognize the day formally and today, 26 years later, the Day of Mourning is observed throughout the world in about 80 countries.
Last year 161 men and women, of all ages, went to work and did not come home in British Columbia. Every one of those deaths were preventable.
It is tragic when anyone is injured on the job and an even greater tragedy that someone could lose their life.
At 11 AM today, take a moment to honour and remember those who have fallen.
For more information go to WorkSafeBC.com
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