Comprehensive December 2026 Awareness Calendar
CharityAxess has compiled a comprehensive list of important December awareness months, weeks, and days for quick reference. These observances highlight key health, social, cultural, and community causes recognized across Canada and around the world.
As the year draws to a close, December brings together powerful campaigns centered on human rights, disability inclusion, and the fight against HIV/AIDS. From World AIDS Day and Giving Tuesday to Human Rights Day and the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, these observances encourage reflection, generosity, and advocacy during the holiday season.
These awareness dates provide a critical toolkit for charities, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, and advocacy groups to educate communities, amplify important conversations, share resources, and inspire civic action.
December Awareness Weeks
- December 1 - 7: National Safe Driving Week
December Awareness Days
- December 1: World AIDS Day
- December 1: Giving Tuesday
- December 2: United Nations International Day for the Abolition of Slavery
- December 2: Women's Brain Health Day
- December 3: United Nations International Day of Disabled Persons
- December 5: International Volunteer Day
- December 6: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
- December 10: Human Rights Day
- December 17: Anti-Bullying Day
Explore the complete December 2026 Awareness Calendar for detailed information on each observance, or browse the Awareness and Health Promotion Days Calendar to discover awareness months, weeks, and days recognized throughout the year.
