Pink Shirt Day

Pink Shirt Day 2026 is February 25th. The last Wednesday of February each year is Pink Shirt Day in Canada—also known as Anti-Bullying Day—raising awareness about bullying in schools, workplaces, homes, and online.

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How Did Pink Shirt Day Start?

The initiative started in Canada in 2007 when 12th-grade students in Cambridge, Nova Scotia, bought and distributed 50 pink shirts after a fellow student was bullied for wearing a pink shirt. This simple act of solidarity sparked a movement.

Global Impact

Since then, the Pink Shirt Day initiative, led by the CKNW Kids' Fund, raises funds to support anti-bullying programs year-round. People from over 180 countries across the world show their support on Pink Shirt Day each year.

18th Annual Pink Shirt Day: February 25, 2026

This year marks the 18th annual Pink Shirt Day. Here are some important statistics about bullying in Canada:

• 1 in 4 students in Canada report being bullied
• 47% of Canadian parents report having a child who is a victim of bullying
• 64% of children who were bullied did not report it
• 40% of Canadian workers experience bullying on a weekly basis

Why Pink Shirt Day Matters for the Disability Community

People with disabilities face disproportionate rates of bullying and discrimination. Understanding these facts is crucial:

• Children with disabilities are 2-3 times more likely to be bullied than their non-disabled peers
• Students with learning disabilities experience bullying at rates up to 85%
• Adults with disabilities report workplace bullying at significantly higher rates than the general population
• Ableism—discrimination based on disability—is one of the most common yet least recognized forms of bullying
• Cyberbullying disproportionately affects people with disabilities, particularly those with visible differences

The Intersection of Bullying and Ableism

Pink Shirt Day is an opportunity to stand against all forms of bullying, including ableism. When we wear pink on February 25th, we're saying:

• We stand with people with disabilities who face daily discrimination
• We believe in creating accessible, inclusive communities
• We recognize that disability inclusion is anti-bullying work
• We support disability-led businesses and advocacy

How to Participate in Pink Shirt Day 2026

1. Wear Pink on February 25th
Choose anti-bullying apparel that supports disability advocacy, like our Pink Shirt Day collection from GoodOnU.ca, a disability-led Canadian business.

2. Make Your Pledge
Commit to creating accessible, inclusive spaces free from bullying and ableism.

3. Educate Yourself and Others
Learn about the unique challenges people with disabilities face and how to be an effective ally.

4. Share on Social Media
Use #PinkShirtDay #PinkShirtDay2026 #PinkShirtDayCanada to spread awareness.

5. Support Disability-Led Businesses
Keep impact dollars within the disability community by shopping from businesses like GoodOnU.ca.

Take Action Against Bullying

These statistics highlight the urgent importance of raising awareness and taking a stand against bullying in all its forms—especially ableism and the bullying of people with disabilities.

When you wear pink on February 25, 2026, you're standing in solidarity with everyone who has experienced bullying, and you're committing to creating a more inclusive, compassionate world.

Wear pink. Spread love. Stand against bullying.