International Cleaning Week 2026
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and celebrate...
International Cleaning Week!
March 22 – 28, 2026
(CLICK HERE for French Version)
International Cleaning Week takes place March 22-28, 2026. The week-long event hosted by ISSA, the worldwide association for cleaning and facility solutions, and supported by ISSA Canada, a division of ISSA, is a global celebration to honor frontline cleaning professionals and advocates for the industry.
International Cleaning Week represents a unique opportunity to celebrate the Value of Clean®, raise public awareness, and honor your peers. Cleaning industry companies and organizations can partner with ISSA Canada to further spread public awareness.
This is your time to shine as we showcase the incredible dedication of cleaning professionals around the globe. From March 22-28, 2026, we're spotlighting the hard work you and your teams put in everyday to keep our spaces spotless and safe.
ISSA Canada International Cleaning Week - Promotional Partner Toolkit
Get ready to energize your outreach with fresh, eye-catching graphics and current statistics you can use all year long to champion our industry! The updated Canadian ICW Promo Toolkit is packed with ready-to-share resources designed to help you promote, engage, and celebrate with impact. Download your copy of the ISSA Canada International Cleaning Week Promotional Partner Toolkit today and start the celebration!
Spotless Spaces Competition – Winners will be Announced This Week
The nominations are in, and now it's time for you to decide! The Spotless Spaces Competition, sponsored by Tork, an Essity Brand, showcases the best in clean, safe, and healthy environments. Your vote helps spotlight spaces that truly shine and the teams that bring them to life.
RECOGNIZING OUR CANADIAN NOMINEES!
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Lynn Valley Centre Mall North Vancouver, BC Submitted by Forever Group |
University of British Columbia Vancouver, BC Submitted by The University of British Columbia |
See How You Can Celebrate International Cleaning Week 2026
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SUNDAY, MARCH 22
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MONDAY, MARCH 23
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TUESDAY, MARCH 24
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| International Cleaning Week is here and now it's time to celebrate! Download the ISSA Canada ICW Toolkit - available in English or French - and get ready to celebrate the people, product and spaces that showcase all you do. | Celebrate International Cleaning Week by staying informed. Subscribe to one of ISSA Canada's communication vehicles to ensure you stay abreast of the latest networking events, educational opportunities, industry trends and much more! SUBSCRIBE NOW! | Through ISSA Canada, you can access free industry‑leading webinars or take it one step further and join us in Toronto on April 9 for the ISSA Hygieia Networking & Leadership Conference—a full day of learning, leadership, and meaningful connections. | ||
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25
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THURSDAY, MARCH 26
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FRIDAY, MARCH 27
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International Cleaning Week is the perfect time to reflect on how you can take your organization to the next level. One of the most powerful ways to do that? Embrace excellence through the Cleaning Industry Management Standard (CIMS) - Green Building (GB). CIMS-GB provides a clear framework for quality, efficiency, sustainability, and customer satisfaction—helping your business stand out in a competitive market. |
Today, we’re spotlighting the incredible work of the Canadian Healthcare Housekeepers' Association Inc. who not only provide industry-leading certification programming, but tools to help the industry succeed! Join us for informative Lunch & Learns, subscribe to the new and improved Housekeeping Professional Today newsletter, and mark your calendars for September 13-19 when we celebrate Housekeeping & Environmental Services Appreciation Week. |
A clean home can bring comfort, dignity, and hope and that’s why ISSA Canada is proud to host the Cleaning for a Reason – 2026 Canadian Service Project Initiative, uniting volunteers, partners, and communities across the country to clean the homes of cancer patients who need support more than ever. Join us in making a real difference as we bring care, compassion, and cleanliness to families from coast to coast. LEARN MORE |
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SATURDAY, MARCH 28
💙 To the Canadian Sanitary Supply & Maintenance Industry — Thank You 💙
As International Cleaning Week comes to a close, ISSA Canada would like to pause and shine a bright, well‑deserved spotlight on the people who rarely ask for recognition but absolutely deserve it!
Cleaning is essential. It protects health, preserves dignity, and keeps our workplaces, schools, hospitals, and public spaces safe. Yet the work behind that safety – the long hours, the expertise, the commitment – is so often overlooked or taken for granted.
Today, we want you to know something important: We see you. ALL of you!
The manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, frontline cleaners, maintenance teams, innovators, trainers, and leaders — every single person who plays a role in keeping Canadian facilities clean and healthy.
You are the quiet heroes who make everyday life possible. You are the reason our spaces shine. You are the heartbeat of a healthier Canada.
Thank you for showing up, for caring deeply, and for celebrating International Cleaning Week with pride and purpose. Your work matters more than most people will ever realize — and we are grateful for you not just this week but the other 51 weeks as well!