On Monday, April 28, 2025, National Day of Mourning, the Canadian Media Guild (CMG) joins workers in honouring and remembering those who have died, been injured, or suffered illness due to their work.

This year, we pay special tribute to media workers harmed or killed in war zones, and those enduring the lasting mental and emotional toll of covering violent conflict. Many have experienced PTSD, trauma, and long-term psychological impact from simply doing their job of keeping the public informed. Media workers continue to be deliberately targeted, harassed, and silenced. In a time of increased misinformation and disinformation, the contribution of media workers is vital.

We express our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of those we have lost. We stand in solidarity with all who continue to live with both visible and invisible wounds resulting from their work. We also encourage anyone affected by tragedy to seek professional support.

The CMG, representing more than 4,000 media workers across Canada, urges employers, governments, and media organizations to take urgent, concrete action to prioritize safety — physical, psychological, and emotional — for all workers, especially those reporting from areas of conflict or crisis. Every workplace, including newsrooms, field reporting environments, and digital spaces should be safe, healthy, and respectful.

Fellow media workers: we value your courage and commitment to bringing Canadians quality content in both official languages. Let us continue to support one another and work together to make media work safe, sustainable, and just.