On Monday, April 28th, CUPE Nova Scotia will solemnly observe the National Day of Mourning for workers killed or injured at their workplace. On this day each year, we pause to mourn the lives lost in the workplace and acknowledge the injuries and illnesses acquired by workers while on the job. May reflecting upon these tragedies remind us that the fight for workplace safety remains a crucial matter for the labour movement, and that heightening public awareness of this issue should be one of our biggest priorities.
The following ceremonies will be held in various locations around the province. We encourage our members to attend where possible. Please also see the Workers’ Statement from CUPE National attached below.
Nova Scotia Federation of Labour
Day of Mourning Ceremony
Nova Scotia Legislature (Province House) outside grounds
April 28, 2025, at 11:00 am
Wreath-laying after the ceremony.
If you would like to order a wreath, please contact: Flower Trends. Lisa (the owner) has multiple locations, but said we should order through her Dartmouth location, as it’s the largest, and is also where her ribbon printer is. The number there is 902-434-5150, and orders should be placed no later than April 21st to meet their cutoff.
Contact: Joan Wark at NS Federation of Labour: email: joan@nslabour.ca
Annapolis Valley Labour Council
Day of Mourning Ceremony
Kentville Memorial Park — at Workers’ Memorial Stone Monument
April 28, 2025, at 5:00 pm
There will be an opportunity for wreath-laying if you wish.
It will be followed by a reception at the District Labour Council Office at 362 Main Street, Kentville, NS.
Contact: Leslie Campbell at Annapolis Valley Labour Council – email: lccp66@hotmail.com
Pictou County Injured Workers’ Association
Day of Mourning Ceremony
April 28, 2025 at 6:00 pm at Trenton Park, 119 Park Road, Trenton, NS
If you would like to order a wreath: McKean’s Flowers: 902-752-4146. They will deliver all the wreaths to the park the day of the ceremony.
Contact: Mary Lloyd: marypciwa@eastlink.ca
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