Events

This event commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascent into the heavens. Learn more…

This day marks the birth of one of the most influential women in American history. A leader of the women’s suffrage movement, she advocated for abolition, temperance, labor rights, and equal pay for equal work. Learn more…

An annual observance adopted by the United Nations General Assembly to promote the full and equal access and participation of females in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics fields. Learn more…

This day highlights the principles and values of the Document on Human Fraternity, while exploring good practices towards its implementation as a pathway to building a more peaceful world. It was first celebrated in 2021 in a virtual event that was highly attended by member states, religious leaders, faith actors and civil society representatives. In his message on the occasion, the Secretary-General of the United Nations said, “As we commemorate the International Day of Human Fraternity, let us commit to do more to promote cultural and religious tolerance, understanding and dialogue.” Learn more…

Honors the birthday of civil rights leader Rosa Parks, who was arrested for refusing to give up her seat on the bus to a white passenger. Her conviction led to the Montgomery bus boycott, one of the pivotal events of the 1950s-60s civil rights movement. Learn more…

Honors the signing, by Abraham Lincoln on this day in 1865, of the 13^th amendment to the United States Constitution that abolished slavery in the U.S. Learn more…

A day in recognition of millions of Muslim women who choose to wear the hijab and live a life of modesty. Women of all religions and backgrounds are encouraged to wear and experience the hijab for a day and to educate and spread awareness on why hijab is worn. Learn more…

This day commemorates and honors the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust, and millions of other victims of Nazism, as well as encourages the development of educational programs to help prevent future genocides. Learn more…

A nationwide fundraising initiative, to raise awareness and combat stigma surrounding mental health. It is the largest commitment to mental health in Canada. Learn more…