April 28, 2024 is the National Day of Mourning for workers injured, killed, or made ill by hazardous work. The date of April 28th was chosen to reflect the anniversary of the day Ontario passed the Workers’ Compensation Act in 1914.On April 28, join one of the hundreds of ceremonies across the country, light your own candle in honour and reflection of the thousands of lives forever changed, and renew your commitment to workplace health and safety.