The National Child Day Parade is organized each year in collaboration with the ECDA and the Department of Education, Early Learning and Culture. Last year, over 600 children marched in support of the UN Rights of the Child.
The parades begin at 10:00 a.m. at the following locations:
National Child Day is a day dedicated to promoting and safeguarding the rights of children and youth. Celebrated since 1993, National Child Day commemorates the United Nations' adoption of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child on November 20, 1959, and the Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) on November 20, 1989.
If your centre is interested in participating in this year's parade in Charlottetown, please contact Bonnie at bbell@ecdaofpei.ca by November 1st with the following information:
Coach Atlantic is graciously providing centres transportation to the parade. The cost to participate is $2 per person, which is paid directly to the bus drivers. This offer is on a first come, first served basis. We have a reduced number of buses this year so please ensure to reserve your place as soon as possible!
Parade participants, please arrive at 9:30 am.
Additional National Child Day resources are available at the following links: