Bastion Lighting Calendar
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Bastion Lighting Colours Red, Brown, Yellow, and Orange on October 12, 2026 for Thanksgiving Day
Oct 12, 2026
Canadian Thanksgiving is a harvest festival on the second Monday in October, focused on giving thanks for blessings and the season's bountiful harvest, celebrated with family, friends, and a traditional turkey dinner. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Teal from October 13 - 16, 2026 for DCD Awareness Week
Oct 13, 2026
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting motor skill learning, planning, and coordination. DCD Awareness Week is a global initiative dedicated to increasing understanding of DCD and celebrating the strength, resilience, and achievements of those living with this often-misunderstood motor skills disorder. -
Bastion Light Colour Blue on October 26, 2026 for World Occupational Therapy Day
Oct 26, 2026
The World Occupational Therapists is the voice of the occupational therapy profession which globally comprises of 117 national occupational therapy professional organizations. World Occupational Therapy Day is the opportunity to heighten the visibility of the profession’s development work and to promote the activities of WFOT locally, nationally, and internationally. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Red on October 27, 2026 for Duty Counsel Day
Oct 27, 2026
Initiated by Canada's legal aid associations, this annual day raises awareness of the essential role duty counsel play in Canada's justice system, providing legal advice and representation to people who would otherwise face court alone. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Purple on October 29, 2026 for Rett Syndrome Awareness
Oct 29, 2026
Rett syndrome is a rare genetic neurological disorder that primarily affects females. After a period of normal development for the first 6 to 18 months, affected individuals experience a severe regression of skills, including a loss of purposeful hand use, loss of speech, and the onset of repetitive hand movements -
Bastion Lighting Colour Teal on October 30, 2026 for "Teal Light for Food Allergies"
Oct 30, 2026
A teal light on a porch during Halloween signals that a house offers allergy-friendly, non-food treats or safe, labeled options for children with food allergies. Teal is the official awareness colour for food allergies. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Orange on October 31, 2026 for Halloween
Oct 31, 2026
A festive event with ancient Celtic roots (Samhain) marking the end of harvest and blurring lines between worlds, evolving with Christian observances (All Hallows' Eve) and modern traditions like trick-or-treating, costumes, pumpkin carving (jack-o'-lanterns), and spooky themes, making it a blend of pagan, religious, and secular fun worldwide. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Red on November 1, 2026 for MADD Canada - Project Red Ribbon
Nov 1, 2026
Project Red Ribbon is a national campaign reminding Canadians to promote sober driving and to never drive impaired. The iconic red ribbon is a symbol of a person's commitment to never drive impaired and to help raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Teal on November 2, 2026 for Alzheimer's Awareness
Nov 2, 2026
To educate the public, reduce stigma and support those living with dementia. Highlighting the immense responsibility of caregivers and providing resources for them. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, irreversible brain disorder that slowly destroys memory, thinking skills, and eventually the ability to perform simple tasks. As the most common cause of dementia (60-80% of cases), it involves abnormal protein buildup in the brain—amyloid plaques and tau tangles—causing nerve cells to die -
Bastion Lighting Colour Blue on November 3, 2026 for Eczema Awareness
Nov 3, 2026
Eczema (or dermatitis) is a chronic, non-contagious condition causing inflamed, itchy, dry, and red skin patches, often resulting from a damaged skin barrier. It is common in children but affects adults, with flare-ups triggered by environmental factors, allergens, or stress. Treatment typically includes moisturizers, topical medications, and avoiding triggers. Annual Eczema Awareness campaign raises awareness about the burden of eczema and quality of life impact. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Red from November 5-11, 2026 for Veterans' Week and Remembrance Day
Nov 5, 2026
A national observance leading up to Remembrance Day (November 11) dedicated to honouring all who served in the Canadian Armed Forces. November 8 specifically recognizes Indigenous Veterans. It's a time for Canadians to reflect on sacrifices past and present by those who served. Wear a poppy to remember. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Blue on November 12, 2026 for World Pneumonia Day
Nov 12, 2026
World Pneumonia Day is observed globally on November 12 to raise awareness about the world's leading infectious killer of children under five and a major respiratory threat to adults. Established in 2009, the day emphasizes prevention through immunization, proper nutrition, and global healthcare access. -
Bastion Lighting Colours Red and Orange on November 13 and 14, 2026 for Medical Radiation Technologist Week
Nov 13, 2026
To bring awareness to the essential role that Medical Radiation Technologists play in the healthcare system. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Purple on November 15, 2026 for World Prematurity Day
Nov 15, 2026
World Prematurity Day is an international awareness event observed globally on November 15. It highlights the challenges of preterm birth. Babies born before 37 weeks which affects about 1 in 10 newborns worldwide. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Green on November 16, 2026 for National Runaway Prevention Month
Nov 16, 2026
National Runaway Prevention Month is a nationwide public awareness campaign held every November to highlight the experiences of runaway and at-risk youth and promote prevention resources. -
Bastion Lighting Colour Blue on November 24, 2026 for World AMR Awareness
Nov 24, 2026
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites change over time and no longer respond to medicines, making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness and death. As a result of drug resistance, antibiotics and other antimicrobial medicines become ineffective and infections become increasingly difficult or impossible to treat. -
Bastion Lighting Colours Red and Green from December 22-January 1, 2027 for Christmas
Dec 22, 2026
Christmas is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ and observed on December 25 with a broader cultural holidays with traditions of gift-giving, feasting, decorating, and family gatherings, blending Christian faith with secular customs.
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