Tuna Rights Day is observed on April 21 every year. The point of the holiday is to raise awareness about the importance of tuna and tuna-like fish in our ecosystem. They are not just nutrient-rich food sources, but also an integral part of the marine food chain. Due to the heightened demand for tuna for human consumption, the tuna population is being depleted at unsustainable levels. World Tuna Day has been celebrated for the same reason as Tuna Rights Day since 2016. These days highlight the importance of the mindful consumption of sustainably-sourced tuna wherever possible.
Pet Owners Independence Day
Pet Owners Independence Day is celebrated on April 18 each year. This zany holiday aims to flip the script on the traditional role of pet owners as breadwinners. On this day, all participating pet parents get the opportunity to lounge at home, whilst their pets try their paws at working. There are, admittedly, some logistical issues with the idea — it is unfathomable to imagine a hamster managing company accounting or a cat defending a case in court, but it does serve as a wonderful thought exercise for tired pet owners longing for a break.
Halifax Day
Halifax Day is observed on April 12 each year. The day marks the first formal sanction of American independence, which was adopted in Halifax, North Carolina, in 1776. The ‘Halifax Resolves’ drafted on that day advocated for North Carolina to sever ties with the British empire and support the American independence movement. North Carolina was the first American state to put such intentions in writing. The North Carolina flag commemorates the ‘Halifax Resolves,’ bearing the date of their adoption. Today, Halifax Day honors the embracing of the ideal of American independence.