Pirkko’s Light: Walking to End the Stigma
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Our story…
In Memory of Pirkko ❤️
I’m walking in memory of my mother, Pirkko, who died by suicide when I was just two years old.
For many years, my family and friends rarely spoke about her death because of the stigma surrounding suicide. Growing up without those conversations showed me just how deeply stigma can affect families and prevent people from reaching out for support.
Today, through my work with CMHA Windsor-Essex County Branch, I understand even more how important it is to create open, compassionate conversations about mental health and suicide. Ending the stigma can help more people feel safe asking for help when they need it—before it’s too late.
I invite our community to join me on this walk, share this message, or make a donation to support CMHA and the important work they do to promote mental health, hope and recovery.
For my mom. For every family affected by suicide. And for everyone who may be struggling in silence. ❤️
Help us raise money for Canadian Mental Health Association, Windsor-Essex County Branch
Team members
Click on one of our team members below to make a donation.
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Tina Brigley
Raised: CA$716.69
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Elizabeth Elias-Hernandez
Raised: CA$351.85
Team captain
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Leigh & Mike Hello-Govier
Raised: CA$164.86
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 27 | Julia | CA$54.63 |
| Sep 27 | Michele katz | CA$27.80 |
| Sep 26 | Derek McCorquodale | CA$27.80 |
| Sep 26 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Sep 25 | Tina Brigley | Undisclosed amount |
| Sep 25 | Michelle Vickerd | CA$54.63 |
| Sep 25 | Mel Monczak | CA$54.63 |
| Sep 18 | JLJ | CA$500.00 |
| Sep 17 | Tina Brigley | Undisclosed amount |
| Sep 17 | Arlene King | Undisclosed amount |
