TAKE/RUN
IT IN/RUN
STRIDES/RUN

Presented by Sullivan + Associates Clinical Psychology

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WHAT IS THE "TAKE IT IN STRIDES RUN"?

Join us on a journey to remember loved ones lost to suicide and raise awareness for suicide prevention.

This is a newly organized annual charitable event – participate by running 5 km or 10 km, or walking 3km.

This event is here to support those battling with mental illness by offering a safe space

to recognize that their community is here to help.

It is also here to provide those who know someone battling, with the knowledge they need to provide help.

Prior to the in person event we will be hosting online workshops and training

in order to educate people about suicide prevention.

All donations raised for the event, will go towards the

Canadian Mental Health Association & Children's Centre Foundation.

Participants will be asked to offer encouragement, show strength, share stories

and remember those that have been lost.

WHO WE SUPPORT LOCALLY

Canadian Mental Health Association

Supporting Mental Health In Thunder Bay & The Region

Children's Centre Foundation

Supporting Health & Wellness Services For Children & Families

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

REGISTRATION CLOSED FOR 2023

Register online for the first annual Take It In Strides Run 2023 either individually or as a team.
Help fundraise either online or using our printable donation form.
Don't feel like running or walking? That's ok, we need volunteers! Register online to be one of our amazing volunteers on the day of the event. Volunteer hours available for high school students.
Choose how; participate by running 5k, 10k, or walking 3k, – any movement that inspires you!
Participate in our workshops to learn more about Suicide Prevention.
Share a photo of a loved one lost to suicide to our online gallery. These will be used to create our memorial wall on the day of the event. *** ONLINE GALLER NOW CLOSED FOR 2023 ***
Complete our in-person event and remember to snap a photo once you’ve finished! Use the hashtag #TAKEITINSTRIDESRUN
Join us on social media @takeitinstrides_run on Sept. 01 for a welcome video and on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023 for the Take It In Strides 2023 commemoration video (Facebook, Instagram).

2023 TAKE IT IN STRIDES RUN

RESULTS

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Workshops

WORKSHOPS/RESOURCES
TO HELP
PROMOTE CHANGE

Mental health is not only the avoidance of serious mental illness. Your mental health is affected by numerous factors from your daily life, including the stress of balancing work with your health and relationships. In this section you will find resources to help you stay mentally fit and healthy

- Understanding Suicide
- Safetalk Around Suicide
- Sharing Your Story // Grieving
- Myths About Mental Illness
- Who does it affect?
- Training // Warning Signs

LINKS - To Some Amazing Resources

Sullivan + Associates Clinical Psychology YOUTUBE
A channel is all about teaching you mental health strategies that you can use to help improve the quality of your life on a daily basis.

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Two-Day Workshop - Learn how to: Recognize invitations for help, Reach out and offer support, Review the risk of suicide, Apply a suicide intervention model, Link people with community resources

WALK-IN COUNSELLING CLINIC
Children’s Centre Thunder Bay, in partnership with Thunder Bay Counselling, offers single-session counselling services. This service is available to children, youth, and adults of all ages, as well as to couples, parents, and families. No appointment is necessary during walk-in hours, and clients speak with professional counsellors on a first-come, first-served basis, with no fees for service.

Agenda

AGENDA SEP 10,2023

9:30am - 10:30am

Opening Ceremonies

Main Stage

10:30am - 11:30pm

Keynote Speakers

Main Stage

11:30am - 12:00pm

Stretch by Rise Fitness

12:00pm - 1:45pm

RUN START & FINISH

Main Stage

Main Starting Line

CLICK HERE FOR THE 2023 RACE MAP

1:45pm - 2pm

Closing Ceremonies

Main Stage

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Note:Take It In Strides merchandise will sadly not be ready for the event day September 10th of this year but our team will happily deliver your purchase to your door when ready! Thank you for your support.

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Are you in crisis?

If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs immediate assistance, go to the nearest hospital or call 9-1-1. Feeling suicidal or just need someone to talk to?

Contact The C.M.H.A Crisis Response Services

807.346.8282.