The first Pink Shirt Day in 2007 was inspired by two Nova Scotia high school students who organized their fellow students to wear pink in support of a Grade 9 boy who was being bullied for wearing a pink shirt. It has now grown to include schools across the country.
On Wednesday, Feb. 28, you can show your support for welcoming, caring, respectful, safe, and inclusive school communities by wearing a pink shirt. Many CBE schools will be doing activities to promote kindness and respect in their school communities.
Promoting inclusion is something that occurs in our schools everyday. This requires continuous work that requires open conversation with staff, students, and community.
Let’s take care of one another and promote healthy relationships.
More Information and Resources
- Learn more about Bullying Prevention – Actions We Can Take from the Government of Alberta and download and share resources to help prevent bullying.
- Bullying Helpline – Call or text 310-1818. Available 24/7 | 170+ languages
- Bullying Helpline Chat – 30 minute sessions available 24/7 | English only
- Mental Health Helpline: 1-877-303-2642 for mental health advice 24/7
- HealthLink: Call 811 to find health care and get health advice 24/7
Last modified: 2026-04-27 16:27:32.248439 +0000 UTC