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We always say that Threads of Life is the club nobody wants to join – the sacrifice to belong is just too great. While we wish no one needed the services we offer, it’s our honour to walk beside those affected by work-related tragedies, as they travel the road of healing. And sometimes – often, actually – that gives us the privilege of witnessing incredible things, from the phone call where a despairing family member sees a tiny bit of light at the end of the tunnel, to bigger breakthroughs where someone finds their voice as a volunteer speaker, feels the impact they’re making in supporting other families, or laughs for the first time since the tragedy. Those moments happen with volunteers and supporters too, when someone is able to fulfill their commitment to health and safety. We think of these as “life-changing” moments and there were lots of them in 2022. We shared just a few in a blog post before Christmas. As we move into a new year, we invite you to share these moments and witness, with us, the impact of supporting families and preventing future tragedies. Happy new year.
Teambuilding in 2023? We have an idea!
With the disruptions of the past couple of years, teambuilding has become more necessary than ever. One great way to build common values and shared commitment is to get everyone united behind a cause – and what better cause for a workplace team than support for people affected by work-related tragedies? Whether you organize a walk for Steps for Life or host a fundraiser, the team will know they’re working together for good. We shared some great ideas for virtual fundraisers here, and have some suggestions for in-person events too. For help and guidance, please contact your Regional Development Coordinator – find the contact information on this page.
Book your safety week speaker now
We know, because audiences have told us, that a true story has the power to change safety cultures and personal beliefs about health and safety. We know there’s some science behind the impact of stories too. Our Threads of Life volunteer speakers present the faces and stories behind the health and safety statistics – the real life consequences of a serious injury or occupational disease. Spring, and particularly Safety and Health Week in May, are the busiest times for our Threads of Life Speaker’s Bureau. Contact us now to book a speaker for your event.
Welcome to our newest team member!
Threads of Life is pleased to welcome Sarah de Lange, the new Regional Development Coordinator for Atlantic Canada and Quebec. Educated in Calgary, Denmark and the Netherlands, Sarah has been working for the World Fair Trade Organization in Culemborg, Netherlands, as a Membership and Monitoring Officer. Sarah is happy to be settling back home in Nova Scotia with her family, and looking forward to working with Threads of Life’s partners, volunteers and family members.
ICYMI: On the blog
Solidarity in prevention this International Volunteer...

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

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VOLUNTEER PROFILE: Eugene Gutierrez | Threads of Life

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 after being struck by a piece of mobile equipment in...

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