Events

YEIP Recognizes: Father’s Day

Father’s Day in Canada is a time to celebrate and honour those who have an important role in our lives – whether it is our own fathers, or those who […]

YEIP Recognizes: Juneteenth

Juneteenth, which is recognized each year on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and has been celebrated since the late 1800s. This holiday is also […]

YEIP Recognizes: National Indigenous Peoples Day

National Indigenous Peoples Day is recognized annually on June 21 to celebrate and honour the achievements, rich cultures and unique heritage of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. […]

YEIP Recognizes: International Allyship Day

International Allyship Day is recognized on Aug. 8. This day is dedicated to promoting and recognizing the importance of allyship in building inclusive and diverse communities. An ally is a […]

YEIP Recognizes: World Suicide Prevention Day

World Suicide Prevention Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of suicide and to promote action through proven means that will reduce the number of suicides and suicide attempts globally. Suicide can affect every one of us. By raising awareness, reducing the stigma around suicide and encouraging well informed action, we can reduce instances of […]

YEIP Recognizes: Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is an annual celebration in the U.S. that occurs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, while in Canada, the month of October is designated as Latin American […]

YEIP Recognizes: Gender Equality Week

Gender equality is a state of parity regardless of gender or sexual orientation. This week is dedicated to raising awareness about the ongoing efforts to promote gender equality and create […]

YEIP Recognizes: World Mental Health Day

Oct. 10 is World Mental Health Day, an international day dedicated to education, awareness and advocacy for mental health in the world, against social stigma.

YEIP Recognizes: Invisible Disabilities Week

An invisible disability is: A physical, mental or neurological condition that is not visible from the outside but limits a person’s movements, senses or activities. A person is considered to […]