World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is recognized annually on September 10th. The day serves as a reminder and a call to action for individuals and groups to collaborate to find ways to support those impacted by suicide and suicidal behaviors. Check out these links for more information.
- International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) https://www.iasp.info
- Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) https://suicideprevention.ca
Ways to Show your Support
Light a candle near a window at 8pm on WSPD. Through the world, candles will shine as a beacon of hope. This is a simple action in remembrance of those who have died from suicide, and in honour of those who survive after being impacted by suicide.
Wear a ribbon. Join others throughout the world in wearing an orange and yellow ribbon as a sign of support for suicide prevention. The colours symbolize a candle’s flame – hope and light in darkness. Ribbons will be available free of charge at the event in North Rustico. CMHA Division Office has a small inventory of ribbons on a first come, first serve basis. If you are planning on organizing your own event, or you would like to source a large amount of ribbons, the Canadian Association of Suicide Prevention as them available for sale at the following LINK.