City of Lloydminster to observe National Day of Mourning with ceremony on April 28

Lloydminster, AB/SK – The City of Lloydminster, in partnership with ATCO, the Lloydminster Construction Association (LCA), and the Lakeland Regional Safety Committee (LRSC), will hold a ceremony on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 to observe National Day of Mourning. The event will take place at the City Hall parking lot, beginning at  9:30 a.m., to honour those who have lost their lives or have been injured in the workplace.

National Day of Mourning, recognized across Canada, is a day dedicated to remembering workers who have died, been injured, or suffered illness as a result of a workplace incident. The day is also a call to action to ensure better workplace health and safety standards. In 2025, Alberta reported 144 workplace fatalities, a decrease from 203 in 2024, while Saskatchewan recorded 27 fatalities, unchanged from the previous year. Workplace fatality numbers in Alberta and Saskatchewan have remained steady or declined in recent years, reflecting the importance of continued focus on safety protocols.

Event Schedule:

• 9:30 a.m. – Welcoming and Introduction
• 9:35 a.m. – Address by Mayor Gerald Aalbers
• 9:40 a.m. – Signing of the Proclamation
• 9:45 a.m. – Flag Lowering Ceremony with a Moment of Silence
• 9:50 a.m. – Announcement of Upcoming Events

ATCO will provide coffee and donuts for attendees following the ceremony.

The City of Lloydminster remains committed to promoting safety and preventing workplace injuries within municipal operations and the broader community. This observance serves as an opportunity to reinforce the importance of workplace safety and remember those affected by preventable tragedies.