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09/05/2026

September is Su***de Awareness Month. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of mental health, offering an opportunity to educate, empathize, and advocate for those affected by su***de.

Wellness Together Canada crisis support: If you’re in distress, you can text WELLNESS to 741741 to connect with a mental health professional at any time. If it’s an emergency, call 911 or go to your local emergency department.

Assistance: People in Canada experiencing mental health distress can get assistance through Talk Su***de Canada by dialling toll-free 1-833-456-4566.

08/26/2026

08/21/2026

08/20/2026

https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/news-public-notices-and-council-info/posts/affordable-homes-coming-to-cambridge-through-new-co-operative-housing/

Waterloo Region, Ontario — More than 100 Cambridge households will benefit from new affordable co-operative housing at 30 Lauris Avenue.

08/19/2026

On 19 August, we mark World Humanitarian Day: a time to honour humanitarian workers and to stand with people affected by crises around the world.

When lives are at risk, the people who come to help should never be targets. Yet humanitarian workers continue to be killed, injured, abducted, detained and obstructed while carrying out their work. Most are national staff serving their own communities.

Under international humanitarian law, civilians — including humanitarian and medical personnel — must be respected and protected. Parties to armed conflict must allow and facilitate humanitarian relief for people in need, in accordance with international humanitarian law.

Attacks on humanitarian personnel have consequences far beyond the individuals directly affected. They interrupt food deliveries, health care, protection and other life-saving services, leaving communities with even fewer ways to survive and recover.

08/12/2026

International Youth Day raises awareness of the challenges and opportunities facing young people worldwide and celebrates their role as essential partners in achieving sustainable development.

The 2026 theme is "Different Contexts, Common Aspirations"

This year’s theme places particular attention on young people living in Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), and Small Island Developing States (SIDS), who often experience overlapping challenges linked to poverty, climate change, geographic isolation, limited economic opportunities, and unequal access to digital technologies. At the same time, these young people continue to demonstrate resilience, leadership, and innovation in advancing sustainable development within their communities and beyond.

08/03/2026

National Black Business Month is observed throughout August each year to recognize, celebrate and support Black-owned businesses. The month encourages consumers to shop with Black-owned firms, highlights the challenges these entrepreneurs face, and pushes for greater equity in business and finance.

08/03/2026

On March 24, 2021, the House of Commons voted unanimously to officially designate August 1 as Emancipation Day. It marks the actual day in 1834 that the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire.

Canadians are not always aware that Black and Indigenous Peoples were once enslaved on the land that is now Canada. Those who fought against enslavement were pivotal in shaping our society into the diverse society it is today.

Therefore, each August 1, Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against both anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism and discrimination.

Emancipation Day celebrates the strength and perseverance of Black communities in Canada.

07/28/2026

International Friendship Day (officially known as the International Day of Friendship) is observed worldwide on July 30 each year. Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011, the day emphasizes the role that friendship plays in promoting peace, bridging cultures, and building mutual understanding across diverse communities.

07/18/2026

World Listening Day celebrates mindful listening and encourages people to engage with their auditory environment in various ways. Here are a few ways people might participate in World Listening Day:

Soundwalks: Organize or join a soundwalk in your community to explore the sonic environment.

Listening Meditation: Practice listening meditation, focusing solely on the sounds around you to cultivate mindfulness and presence.

Sound Mapping/Community Sound Projects: Create a map of sounds in your local area, marking locations where specific sounds are prominent or interesting.

These activities can help individuals deepen their appreciation for the soundscape around them and foster a greater sense of connection to their environment and community.