2025 National Day of Mourning

Did you know that in 2024, 203 workers in Alberta lost their lives due to workplace injuries?

At Safety Guardians Alberta, we firmly believe that every worker deserves to go home safely at the end of the day—and no family should ever have to endure the heartbreak of losing a loved one to a workplace accident.

April 28 marks the National Day of Mourning, a day dedicated to honoring workers who have lost their lives due to work-related illnesses or injuries. Each loss is felt deeply, leaving a lasting impact on families, friends, employers, co-workers, and communities. (1)

While workplace injury rates across Canada have been declining, certain industries—like construction and transportation—continue to experience higher fatality rates. For example, Saskatchewan reported its lowest total injury rate in history at 3.91 per 100 workers, yet more work still needs to be done.

So, what steps can be taken to reduce workplace fatalities? Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) emphasizes the importance of proactive safety measures. A strong occupational health and safety program involves risk assessment, hazard control, employee training, and engagement, fostering a culture of safety where workers’ physical and mental well-being are prioritized. Investing in workplace safety protects lives and strengthens Alberta’s economy. (2)

At Safety Guardians Alberta, we are committed to helping businesses build effective health and safety management programs to protect their workers and meet compliance standards.

Want to enhance the health and safety of your company? We’re here to help. Contact us at: info@safetyguardiansalberta.com or go to our website: https://www.safetyguardiansalberta.com/

Information Sources(1)-https://www.wcb.ab.ca/.../community.../day-of-mourning/

.(2)-Occupational health and safety (OHS) | Alberta.ca

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