News From Welland Riding MP Malcolm Allen
Every year in Canada, nearly 3,900 people die as a result of suicide and many more attempt to end their lives.
Federal Welland Riding MP Malcolm Allen
Suicide is a public health issue that affects us all.It is one of the top ten causes of death in Canada and, among youth aged 15 to 24, it is the second leading cause of death next to accidents.
Did you know that the suicide of one person has the potential to significantly impact the lives 7 to 10 others and places them at higher risk of suicide themselves?
But it’s not all bad news. The good news is that the prevention of suicide is possible. While the causes of suicide are complex, we know that the promotion of good mental health, the prevention of mental illness and a reduction of stigma all contribute to mental wellness and the reduction of suicide and its consequences. We can all play a role in reducing suicides and we all have a collective responsibility to do so.
As your Member of Parliament (in the Niagara, Ontario riding of Welland) I am convening a meeting in our community to discuss suicide and what we can do locally and individually.
The meeting will be held on Friday, September 26, 2014 at Port Cares, 93 Charlotte St, Port Colborne at 9:00am.
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