Help Becca raise money

Each year, approximately 4,500 people die by suicide in Canada. The ripple effects of these tragedies are profound, impacting tens of thousands of friends, family members, and loved ones left behind.

As many of you know, my sister-in-law Lisa died by suicide on December 26, 2019. In the aftermath, our family received support from the Toronto Distress Centre through an incredible program that connects people who’ve also lost someone to suicide. These peer-led sessions were deeply meaningful as we began to navigate life without Lisa.The Distress Centre also provides a 24-hour crisis helpline for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts. It’s a vital, life-saving service.

This year, we are also walking in memory of Lisa’s sisters Becca Jane (1999) and Jennifer (1998) and their father Arthur (2024)  who all also died by suicide.

We share this openly out of a belief that compassionate listening and sharing heals and saves lives.

By speaking honestly, we hope to encourage others to reach out for help, to be open to hard conversations, and ultimately to support each other.