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Bringing hope, healing, and an end to workplace tragedies.

Threads of Life is a Canadian charity committed to supporting people affected by workplace injury, illness or death — and preventing future tragedies from occurring.

Two women hugging. We see the back of one woman's head, and the other had a relieved smile on her face.

Workplace tragedy

We have the understanding and experience to support you and your loved ones with any form of workplace tragedy.

Serious workplace injuries

You or someone close to you has suffered a serious, life-altering workplace injury.

After a workplace injury

Occupational illness

You are dealing with the impacts and challenges of serious occupational illness.

Living with an occupational illness

Workplace death

You are coping with sudden loss due to a workplace death.

After a workplace fatality

Our impact

We help people affected by workplace tragedy to build resilience, form supportive connections, and find a way forward. You can help us take action.

439

439 people affected by tragedy gained hope and healing by attending a Family Forum or online workshop last year.

350+

Our work is powered by more than 350 volunteers.

10,000

More than 10,000 people hear our speakers’ stories each year.

Get support

Access the support you need after a workplace tragedy. (Unsure of where to start? Register for an introductory webinar.)

One-to-one peer support

Get matched with a trained volunteer guide and listener who has experienced a work-related tragedy similar to yours.

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Online workshops

Get practical guidance about coping and grief, while connecting and sharing with a supportive online community.

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Regional gatherings

Expand your support network and discover new ways to cope with workplace tragedy by attending an in-person event in your region.

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Stories of hope

Better Together: Healing by connecting

Grief and Growth

January 15, 2026

Many of us find hope and healing when we were able to attend events with others, such as FamiliesConnect workshops.

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Your Healing Toolkit: Breathing

Grief and Growth

December 17, 2025

Human performance specialist Brian Mackenzie says, “Breathing is the remote control to the nervous system.” If we can control our breath, even just for a few moments, we can find clarity and rest.

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“Be Good to One Another” – Bob Fry’s story

Stories of Hope

December 10, 2025

Bob was a firefighter his whole career, and was exposed to many toxins now known to be the products of combustion when houses and buildings burn.

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