تواريخ التوعية بالإعاقة
أيام وأسابيع وأشهر تحتفي وتدافع عن مجتمع الأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة في كندا.
Coming Up
January
No major disability awareness dates. A good time to review benefits and prepare for the year ahead.
February
Rare Disease Day
DayRaising awareness for rare diseases and their impact on patients' lives. Held on the last day of February — the rarest day of the year.
March
Brain Injury Awareness Month
MonthEducating the public about brain injury prevention, recognition, and the needs of survivors and their families.
World Down Syndrome Day
DayCelebrating people with Down syndrome worldwide. The date 3/21 represents the uniqueness of Trisomy 21.
Rock Your Socks — wear mismatched socks!
Purple Day for Epilepsy
DayInternational epilepsy awareness day founded by Cassidy Megan from Nova Scotia, Canada. Wear purple!
Founded by a Canadian — Cassidy Megan from Nova Scotia
April
Autism Acceptance Month
MonthA month dedicated to acceptance and inclusion of autistic people. The community prefers "acceptance" over "awareness."
World Autism Awareness Day
DayUnited Nations designated day to raise awareness about autism worldwide.
Occupational Therapy Month
MonthCelebrating the work of occupational therapists across Canada who help people participate in daily activities.
May
Mental Health Week (CMHA)
WeekCanada's annual mental health awareness campaign led by the Canadian Mental Health Association. Events and resources across the country.
Speech and Hearing Awareness Month
MonthRaising awareness about communication disorders including speech, language, and hearing challenges.
Red Shirt Day
DayWear a red shirt to show your commitment to accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities.
National AccessAbility Week
WeekFederal government initiative celebrating accessibility and inclusion. Events and activities across Canada.
Federal government initiative — events across Canada
World MS Day
DayGlobal day of awareness and solidarity with people affected by multiple sclerosis.
JuneNow
Deafblind Awareness Month
MonthRaising awareness about the unique challenges faced by individuals who are deafblind.
National Indigenous Peoples Day
DayHonouring Indigenous peoples and highlighting Jordan's Principle and Indigenous disability services.
Jordan's Principle ensures First Nations children get the services they need
Canadian Multiculturalism Day
DayCelebrating Canada's diversity and highlighting newcomer disability resources.
July
Disability Pride Month
MonthA growing movement celebrating disability identity, culture, and the contributions of disabled people to society.
August
No major awareness dates. Focus on back-to-school preparation — confirm IEPs, arrange EA support, and file medical protocols with schools.
September
Deaf Awareness Month
MonthPromoting awareness of deaf culture, deaf rights, and the achievements of deaf and hard of hearing people.
International Literacy Day
DayHighlighting the importance of literacy and the challenges faced by people with learning disabilities.
FASD Awareness Day
DayThe 9th day of the 9th month — because no amount of alcohol in 9 months of pregnancy is safe.
9/9 because no amount of alcohol in 9 months of pregnancy is safe
World Suicide Prevention Day
DayIf you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 (Canada's suicide crisis helpline).
988 Suicide Crisis Helpline — call or text 988
October
ADHD Awareness Month
MonthRaising understanding about ADHD and advocating for better support, diagnosis, and treatment.
Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
MonthRaising awareness about learning disabilities and the importance of early intervention and support.
World Cerebral Palsy Day
DayUniting the CP community worldwide. Part of the Go Green campaign.
Go Green for CP
World Mental Health Day
DayGlobal day for mental health education and advocacy against social stigma.
White Cane Safety Day
DayCelebrating the achievements of people who are blind or visually impaired and the white cane as a symbol of independence.
National Disability Employment Awareness Week
WeekPromoting the value of an inclusive workforce and the contributions of workers with disabilities.
November
Epilepsy Awareness Month
MonthCanada's dedicated month for epilepsy awareness and education.
National Child Day
DayCelebrating the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child — highlighting children's disability rights.
December
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
DayTHE major global disability awareness day. United Nations observance promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
The most important global disability awareness day
International Volunteer Day
DayRecognizing the work of volunteers — including those who support disability organizations across Canada.
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