We are proud to recognize and support the diversity of our members and staff, and to join in the fight against discrimination based on an individual’s sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
On May 5, the Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) commemorates Red Dress Day also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People.
We stand against racism, racial discrimination and intolerance. We stand for unity, inclusion and respect for diversity.
We are proud be part of a growing international movement of advocacy and support for women. We recognize the achievements – and honour the struggles – of all women on International Women’s Day.
Each February, ONA celebrates Black History/Black Futures Month and honours Black Canadians whose achievements have shaped who we are today.
On December 3, we recognizes the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a time to promote understanding of disability issues and to show our support and respect for the well-being and rights of persons with disabilities.
On December 10 we join with organizations around the world in celebrating Human Rights Day.
On December 6, we observe the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. The day marks the anniversary of the 1989 murders of 14 women at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal, who were killed because of their gender.
In Canada, Mental Health Awareness Week (October 1-7) is a time to raise awareness and educate the public about the reality of mental illness. This week coincides with World Mental Health Day on October 10.
As your ONA Provincial President and CEO, we are writing to express our strong solidarity with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and our firm stance against hate in all its forms.