WCB PEI: Commemorating workers injured or killed on the job

Wednesday, April 28th is the National Day of Mourning, a day set aside to honour the memory of workers who...

WCB PEI: Commemorating workers injured or killed on the job

Wednesday, April 28th is the National Day of Mourning, a day set aside to honour the memory of workers who have been injured or killed on the job. On this day, and throughout the year, Islanders are encouraged to remember those we have lost and those affected by workplace tragedy, by raising awareness of workplace safety.

The Day of Mourning was first recognized in Canada in 1984, and since then has been commemorated in over 100 countries worldwide.

“Let us all take a moment to remember the people that were lost too soon because of a workplace injury or illness,” said Jim MacPhee, Workers Compensation Board Chair.

“We must all work together to ensure safe work places so we can all return home from work, said Carl Pursey, President, PEI Federation of Labour.

Media Contact:
Laura Steeves, Senior Communications Coordinator
902-894-0362 or news@wcb.pe.ca

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