National Day of Mourning: Honouring Lives, Renewing Our Commitment to Safety

Today, EllisDon joins organizations around the world in recognizing the National Day of Mourning. A time to honour those whose lives have been lost or forever changed due to a workplace injury, critical incident or occupational disease.

This day serves as an important moment to pause, reflect, and remember the people, families, and communities affected by workplace tragedies. It is also a reminder that safety is not simply a policy or a process; it is a collective commitment we make to one another, every day.

Across our sites and offices, fostering a strong safety culture means creating environments where people feel heard, supported, and confident to raise concerns without hesitation. Protecting one another starts with awareness, accountability, and the daily actions that reinforce our culture of care and putting people first.

As we observe the National Day of Mourning, we’re reminded that prevention is a shared responsibility and an ongoing effort. Taking the time to reflect reinforces the role each of us plays in looking out for one another every day.