A workplace tragedy can tear a family apart

At Threads of Life, we know this first-hand.

Working to heal families and bring an end to workplace tragedies

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Stories of Hope

Threads of Life participants and supporters are working to prevent future tragedies by telling their stories and making sure everyone understands why workplace safety is important.

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There is hope …

“It has been a long journey since the death of my husband. Each day is a gift to us and we remember Leo every day. After years of counselling, support from family for myself and the children, and finding Threads of Life we have been able to live a new normal.

-Erin Pitruzella, whose husband Leo, a labourer for a paving company, died when he was struck by a dump truck loaded with asphalt

If today is an average working day in Canada

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Three workers die today

3 Canadian workers will be killed or die as a result of occupational disease

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Hundreds injured today

Hundreds will be seriously injured or made ill because of work

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Thousands affected today

Thousands of families, communities and workplaces will be affected

Steps for Life: Volunteer Commitment in Action

Steps for Life: Volunteer Commitment in Action

As a national event, the energy of our volunteers in roughly 30 communities across the country is what continues to drive Steps for Life. New ideas blend with the tried-and-true approach to continuously elevate the experience for participants year after year. What never changes is the drive, passion and commitment of the volunteers who are making it all happen.
As a national event, theenergy of our volunteers in roughly 30 communities across the country is what continues to drive Steps for Life. New ideas blend with the tried-and-true approach to continuously elevate the experience for participants year after year. What never changes is the drive, passion and commitment of the volunteers who are making it all happen.

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