About $10,000 Raised For 2017 Walk So Kids Can Talk Supporting Kids Help Phone

Despite the cold weather, more than 50 people showed up to Nicholls Oval on Sunday (May 7th) in Peterborough to participate in the 2017 Walk So Kids Can Talk supporting Kids Help Phone.

Walkers make their way around the route, braving the cold Weather. (Photo by Daniel Sky Morris)

Together, walkers raised approximately $10,000 to support youth across Canada and ensure they never have to feel alone.

"It was amazing to see different pieces of the community come together with a united passion for supporting youth," says Beth McClelland, one of the organizers.

The Peterborough Petes' Roger the Dog visits with two young walkers. (Photo by Daniel Sky Morris)

This year's walk included a visit from Roger the Dog of the Peterborough Petes, entertainment by the James Strath PS Drumline, and generous donations from Sobeys on Lansdowne, Boston Pizza, Nestle, Long & McQuade and Active Minds at Trent.

The Walk was also lucky to once again have support from BMO, Kal Tire and Bell Media.

The James Strath PS Drumline hypes up the walkers. (Photo by Daniel Sky Morris)

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$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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