Celebrating National Child Day
National Child Day is celebrated in Canada on November 20 in recognition of our country’s commitment to upholding the rights of children and two historic events: the 1959 signing of the UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child and the adoption of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1989.
The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child sets out the rights of children with 54 articles that provide us with a solid road map of what is needed to raise healthy and happy children and youth.
This year’s theme is “Inclusion for Every Child.” More information will follow soon.The Alberta National Child Day coalition organizes events across the province. Visit our events page to see what’s happening in your community this year!