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Walking Together, So Nobody Walks Alone

Steps for Life

Wednesday February 8 , 2023

The reason we walk is right in the name: Steps for Life – Walking for Families of Workplace Tragedy. We walk in support and prevention.

The Safety Dance

Stories of Hope

Wednesday January 25 , 2023

Dean pulled into the parking lot in his trusted Toyota Corolla, late. This was no surprise; Dean was never really all that good at being on time for stuff – except for work, that is.

Grandpa’s Happy Place

Volunteers and Donors

Wednesday January 18 , 2023

In this family, time together and lots of hugs is the secret to creating lasting memories

Donors Like You: Sharon Lesko

Wednesday January 11 , 2023

Christopher Lesko’s life is continuing to make a difference for others, even after his death, thanks to his mother’s love and generosity. In Christopher’s honour, Sharon Lesko has established the “Let’s Go Lesko” foundation

The Story of Emily and Cliff

Stories of Hope

Wednesday December 21 , 2022

I was born and raised in Toronto and Cliff was born in Nipawin and raised in various places in Saskatchewan. Surprisingly, Cliff and I met in Toronto, dated and married in 1958.

A Community of Support – on Kilimanjaro and for Families After a Workplace Tragedy

News and Updates

Wednesday December 14 , 2022

In this blog post, Shelly reflects on the challenges of Jen Waak’s Kilimanjaro climb and the journey of our Threads of Life family members.

Living With the Memories

Stories of Hope

Wednesday December 7 , 2022

My first fatality that I was indirectly involved with happened in January. I had been with the OH&S Division six months.

Solidarity in Prevention This International Volunteer Day

Volunteers and Donors

Wednesday November 30 , 2022

On this International Volunteer Day, Threads of Life joins volunteer driven organizations across the globe to recognize and honour the contribution of volunteers and celebrate the theme of solidarity through volunteering.

Seven Life-changing Moments Along the Road to Healing

Grief and Growth

Sunday November 20 , 2022

When you find your people, your family of support, those who truly understand what you’re going through, it can make all the difference in the world.

Volunteer Profile: Eugene Gutierrez

Volunteers and Donors

Wednesday November 16 , 2022

In 2017, Eugene Gutierrez and his family experienced an unimaginable tragedy when Eugene’s father Eulogio “Bot” Gutierrez, a veteran mining survey technician, on the verge of retirement, died

The Anniversary I Needed

Stories of Hope

Wednesday November 9 , 2022

October 17, 2012 and October 17, 2022, have a unique commonality. October 17, 2012 is the date my son David was killed at work. October 17, 2022 marks the 10th anniversary of David’s death.

Steps for Life Committees Mark Big Successes and Bigger Plans

Steps for Life

Wednesday November 2 , 2022

One of the inspiring aspects of each Steps for Life-Walking for Families of Workplace Tragedy event is the volunteer committees which organize each local walk.