Awareness
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Data Privacy Week 2026
Heighten your awareness of privacy and data protection during Data Privacy Week! The event commemorates the signing of the first legally binding treaty on privacy and data protection in 1981. The event unites individuals, government representatives, corporations, non-profits, academics, educators, and students worldwide with goal of increasing awareness surrounding privacy and data protection.
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Digital Youth Month (Quebec) 2026
An annual event throughout February until March break. Digital Youth Month aims to raise awareness of digital possibilities among youth under 35 years old.
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Safer Internet Day 2026
Safer Internet Day (SID) is celebrated worldwide, bringing together communities to promote the safe and positive use of digital technology, particularly for children and young people. Since its inception in 2004, SID has grown to include over 200 countries and territories, fostering a culture of digital well-being through awareness, education, and empowerment.
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Fraud Prevention Month 2026
Fraud Prevention Month 2025 marks the 21st anniversary of the annual campaign! Help protect others! By reporting fraud incidents to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC), you contribute to a comprehensive database that helps law enforcement identify trends and emerging threats related to fraud.
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World Consumer Rights Day 2025
No VenueMarch 15th is World Consumer Rights Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the protection of consumer rights.
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International Fact-Checking Day 2026
International Fact-Checking Day is April 2, 2025! Join us to detect misinformation and combat the spread of false information online.
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World IP Day 2026
No VenueOn April 26th, we celebrate World IP Day, established by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) to highlight the importance of intellectual property (IP) in fostering innovation and creativity across the globe. This day is a reminder of how IP rights—like copyrights, trademarks, and patents—help encourage individuals and businesses to continue creating, developing, and sharing their ideas.
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National Superhero Day 2026
No VenueApril 28th is National Superhero Day, a time to recognize and celebrate both fictional superheroes and real-life heroes who make a positive impact on our lives. Created in 1995 by employees of Marvel Comics, this day honors the courageous characters who protect and inspire us—whether in the pages of comic books or in our everyday lives. While we often think of superheroes with capes and superpowers, we must also acknowledge the real-world heroes who protect us in ways we may not always see.
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World Password Day 2026
The month of May has World Password Day which takes place on the first Thursday in May.
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2026
No VenueWorld Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is observed on June 15, a global event aimed at increasing awareness about elder abuse and promoting resources and services to enhance seniors' safety and well-being. The event is organized by elder abuse networks, including the Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (CNPEA), to mobilize community action and promote discussions on promoting dignity and respect for older adults.
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International Day for Countering Hate Speech 2026
No VenueThe International Day for Countering Hate Speech On June 18th, we are celebrating the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, an annual observance initiated by the United Nations that is dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of hate speech and promoting efforts to identify and combat it. Every year, the UN invites governments, organizations...
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Canadian Multiculturalism Day 2026
No VenueCanadian Multiculturalism Day is Friday, June 27, 2025! Empower yourself with our FREE resources, and help build a safer, more inclusive experience online!
