National Child Day

National Child Day — November 20

2009: 20th Anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child –
Celebrating Children’s Rights
2008: "I have the right to be protected from sexual exploitation."
2007: "I have the right to be active!"
2006: "I have the right to be heard!"
2005: "I have the right to play!"

The Rights of Children

The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child @ 20 (2009)
Article by Lisa Wolff of UNICEF Canada

Remarks from the Opening Session of the World Forum on Early Care and Education (2009)

To Speak, Participate and Decide -- The Child's Right to Be Heard
Article by Kim Wilson

UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (in child-friendly language!)

A National Children's Commissioner for Canada
Marc Garneau announces his first Private Member’s Bill: A National Children's Commissioner for Canada (June 2009)

Special Letter from Landon Pearson
Begin your National Child Day planning by reading an inspirational message by Ms. Landon Pearson, former senator and advisor on children’s rights to the minister of foreign affairs.

Community Celebrations
Look for inspiration from events and celebrations held by Canadians in past years.

"To me, a world fit for children is..."
Find out what "a world fit for children" means to Canadians across the country.

Other National Child Day Resources:

• I Have the Right to Play poster
• Resource Sheet #77: Supporting Children to Learn through Play
• Children's Rights in Practice Learning Kit
• National Child Day Stickers
  Help promote a world fit for children with child-friendly, two-colour, peel-off badges. Stick to clothing, purses, backpacks, envelopes etc. A great way for children to proudly share their special day with the world. ($3/sheet of 21)
• Celebrate National Child Day
  One page resource gives background about the origins of National Child Day and offers ideas on how to celebrate this special day with children.
• Respecting Children's Rights at Home
  Two-page resource helps parents understand children's rights and offers activities that help children deepen their understanding of their rights.
• Respecting Children's Rights in Practice
  Two-page resource helps people who care for children understand children's rights and offers activities and resources that help children deepen their understanding of their rights.