National Day of Mourning
The National Day of Mourning (or Workers’ Mourning Day) is marked annually in Canada on April 28 to remember those who have lost their lives or suffered injury or illness on the job or due to a work-related tragedy. The day of observance originated in Canada in 1984 and is now recognized annually in over 100 countries. It is also a day to collectively renew our commitment to improve health and safety in the workplace and prevent further injuries, illnesses, and deaths.
President's Town Hall: Let's 'talk' SDGs
The following message was also emailed to UPEI students, staff, and faculty on April 24, 2025.
Dear UPEI Community,
You may recall that I sent a message in December to “save the dates” for several town halls during the 2025 winter semester.
UPEI Philosophy Reading Group meeting
The UPEI Philosophy Reading Group will meet on Wednesday, April 30, from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. in the Lady Slipper Room, Charlottetown Library Learning Centre, 97 Queen Street, Charlottetown. All are welcome.
During this gathering, we will discuss Hannah Arendt's "Labor, Work, Action" from The Human Condition.
The following is a brief bio:
CPA Professional Panel and Networking Night in Charlottetown
Join us for an evening of insights and connection at the Charlottetown CPA Professional Panel and Networking Night on Tuesday, May 6. This exclusive event brings together accounting professionals and aspiring CPAs to discuss career growth opportunities and tips for success in finding employment and working in the accounting industry.
2025 Asian Studies International Speaker Series a success
The 2025 Asian Studies International Speaker Series talks, held on March 27 and April 3, were very successful, said Dr. Edward Chung, director of Asian Studies and the Centre for Korean Studies at UPEI.
“The seminars attracted a great combination of many students, professors, and staff members,” he said. “Many thanks to Dr. Greg Naterer, Vice-President, Academic and Research; Dr. Sharon Myers, Dean of Arts; and those faculty members, students, and staff members who supported and participated in these international scholarly events at UPEI.”
Campus community invited to submit feedback on draft policy
In accordance with the UPEI Action Plan: Building A Culture of Trust, Safety and Inclusion, the University has committed to developing a new Harassment and Discrimination Policy and Sexual Violence Policy (to replace the current Fair Treatment Policy and Sexual Violence Policy).
UPEI Foods and Nutrition major recognized with national leadership award
Mallory Clark, a fourth-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) student majoring in Foods and Nutrition and dietetic intern at UPEI, has won the Leadership Development-Doris Badir Award from the Canadian Home Economics Foundation. The award of $1,000 recognizes undergraduate or graduate human ecology students who demonstrate excellent leadership skills in their community and the profession.
Red Dress Day is May 5—Join us in marking this important day
The following message was also emailed to faculty and staff on April 22, 2025.
Red Dress Day is a National Day of Awareness and Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Gender Diverse Peoples (MMIWG2S) that takes place on May 5. It is a day to remember, to learn, and to take action.
No one knows exactly how many Indigenous women, girls, and gender diverse people have gone missing or have been murdered in Canada, but some estimates indicate the number is more than 4,000 since 1980. It may be much higher.
