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.


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