Birchwood for Ben - 2020

On February 4th it would have been my son Benjamin’s 25th Birthday. On that day I will be walking the Birchwood trails for 12 hrs in his memory. (7am-7pm)

Shortly after his 21st birthday we lost him to an opioid OVERDOSE.

Like many of us, Ben would feel overwhelmed by some of life’s challenges and often found refuge being outdoors and surrounded by nature—as I often do too. In addition to the 12-hour walk through the Birchwood trails, I want to help normalize the conversation about mental health, how it affects us all and the importance of seeking professional help. It is because of professional guidance and physical activity that I have been better able to deal with my own grief and challenges. Please join me on the journey to support mental wellness in our communities by getting out and Walking for Ben anywhere you may be or donating to the Canadian Mental Health Association or (SOS)Some Other Solutions in Fort McMurray.

Thank you!