Many flags are lowered to half-mast today in recognition of the National Day of Mourning.
The day commemorates workers who have died, been injured, or suffered illness from work-related incidents.
It also honours the families and friends who have been affected by these tragedies.
Events are taking place in many communities across the province to commemorate the day.
According to WorkSafeNB, workplace injuries and illnesses claimed the lives of 13 New Brunswickers last year.
This year, Daniel Legere, president of the New Brunswick Federation of Labour, said governments must acknowledge, define, and have a plan to deal with long-COVID.
Legere said it affects at least 10 per cent to as many as 50 per cent of those who are diagnosed with COVID-19.
The National Day of Mourning was first launched in the 1980s and was officially recognized by the federal government in 1991.
