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For participating in Walk to End Suicide 2025

Our story…

On Nov 15, 2024, I lost Kai to suicide. Kai was only 27, with a degree and diploma in hand, and just starting life as a professional. There are no words for the heartbreak of that day—or the days since. Losing my child, who I loved with all my heart, has left me devastated. This September, I’ll walk to honor Kai’s memory and support the Distress Centres of Greater Toronto, who offer 24/7 crisis support that may save someone you love. I’ve never done anything like this or asked people to donate, but this matters. If the walk and funds raised help even one person hold on, it’s worth every step. My goal is to raise $1,000. The Centre provides free, compassionate help to people in crisis, those in emotional pain, people thinking about suicide, and families who are grieving. By supporting my walk, you help raise awareness, reduce stigma, and fund services that save lives. Thank you for reading, thank you for caring, and thank you for being part of this with me.


Help us raise money for Distress Centres of Greater Toronto

Team members

Click on one of our team members below to make a donation.

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Jul 28 Michele Hankins Wonderful that you’re doing this important walk, Karen. Hugs to you $53.79
Jul 28 Lisa Azzopardi Sending you all big hugs 🤗🥰 $53.79
Jul 28 Tracey Leonard $53.79
Jul 28 Troy and Laura Rempel Always in our thoughts. ❤️ $106.61
Jul 28 Jane and Derek Boate Undisclosed amount
Jul 27 Marg Langlands Hugs- a great cause. $53.79
Jul 27 Paul McWatt Great cause - good luck with he walk. $64.35
Jul 25 Jane B-H Such a necessary awareness! Hope you reach your goal, Karen. $27.37
Jul 25 Lisa Faber Karen, I’m so honored to support you and all affected by suicide. If one person is helped, it matters. $106.61
Jul 24 Ashley Mielke I am so proud of you Karen and this beautiful legacy in honor of Kai and the wonderful human they were. Thank you for doing this. Undisclosed amount