April 28 marks National Day of Mourning April 13, 2021 April 13, 2021
April 28, 2021 is the National Day of Mourning and workplaces across Canada will use this day to remember those who have lost their lives or suffered an injury or illness due to their work.
On this day, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is reminding all workplaces that the Day of Mourning is also a day to renew commitment to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of all workers, especially those who have been personally affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Traditionally, employers, unions and workers have observed the National Day of Mourning by lighting candles, laying wreaths, or wearing commemorative pins, ribbons, or black armbands.
When workers comp claims for COVID-19 fall through the cracks, the costs often land on sick employees and taxpayers
As outbreaks close workplaces and force people to stay home, some claims get turned down - but many employers never filed them in the first place. In the end, relief programs like CERB and private insurers pay the price Bookmark Please log in to listen to this story. Also available in French and Mandarin. Log In Create Free Account
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