$11,000 Raised At 2016 Walk So Kids Can Talk In Peterborough

Despite a rainy first day of May, almost 100 walkers turned out for the 2016 Walk So Kids Can Talk supporting Kids Help Phone on Sunday morning.

The James Strath Public School Drumline provided entertainment as walkers registered...

Photo by Daniel Morris

Kids Help Phone is a free, anonymous confidential counselling and information service for young people—an invaluable resource for them.

At Sunday's event, there were many great volunteers, including Justine, a first-time volunteer pictured below...

Photo by Daniel Morris

People of all ages came out to support this amazing cause, which raised more than $11,000 for Kids Help Phone.

That included a younger walker sporting a cape on the route...

Photo by Daniel Morris

After the walk, Boston Pizza was kind enough to donate pizza for participants...

Photo by Daniel Morris

—guest post by Beth McClelland

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Kids Help Phone Charity Event Takes Place At Nicholls Oval May 5th

Lindsay Barr will be performing

Come out to Nicholls Oval on Sunday, May 5, to Walk So Kids Can Talk presented by BMO. This is Canada’s largest walk to support child and youth mental health and well-being.

Every day, kids in our community are hurting. And every day, they take the courageous step to reach out for help. With Kids Help Phone, they can receive the caring and confidential support they deserve, online or by phone, 24/7.

The walk starts at 10 a.m. on May 5th and will take place rain or shine. It’s a fun, family friendly event where you can enjoy a great experience outdoors while supporting an important cause.

The event will be MC’d by Energy 99.7 Promotions Coordinator, Mel Hannah, and will also feature a performance from Lindsay Barr and a “Kids Zone” with several fun-filled activities for children at the walk.

As a charity, Kids Help Phone relies on your support. Visit Walksokidscantalk.ca to learn more and sign-up as a walker or volunteer.

—by PtboCanada contributor Beth McClelland

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