Help Prachi raise money

Help me help the helpers!

Life has been so different for the past one and a half years, it has been hard on everyone. It has impacted us both physically and mentally. Mental health matters, especially more in these unpredictable times. 

9RUNRUN has made it a priority to work with local charities that focus on raising awareness and treating mental health issues in our community. Their partnership with Emergency Services allows them to help bring attention to mental health issues in police, firefighter and paramedic units across Canada. Evidence shows that first responders are at least twice as likely compared to the general population to suffer PTSD.

For first responders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a frightening and increasingly common occurrence on the job, and it can be devastating to lives and careers without support. Finding support can be difficult, and is compounded with the fear that stigma still exists in society surrounding mental illness.

Funds raised through 9runrun will benefit Ottawa First Responders.