Join Cowichan Valley Citizen reporter Chadd Cawson Thursday August 31st at 7pm as he walks the Crofton Sea walk to remember & honour his sister and other families impacted by the toxic drug crisis.

“I think it is imperative for people to unite together on this day and remember our lost loved ones, as this rising worldwide crisis affects us all. It is crucial that we end the stigma around overdose deaths and start those hard conversations and let those that are grieving their lost loved ones know that they are not alone. We need to continue to remember and honour them.”

Meet at the Crofton Welcomes You sign in the park

  • 7-8pm: Performance by Tzinquaw Dancers & contemporary music by David Chung
  • 8pm: Walk to the end of the sea walk & loop back around

Wear Purple – Purple ribbon & glowsticks will be distributed.

Donations are accepted at the Hope Healing Farm site in Duncan (3504 Drinkwater Rd, Duncan BC).

Cawson lost his sister to the toxic drug crisis in 2017. She was 37.

“The toxic drug crisis and overdose epidemic does not discriminate, it does not know race, culture, age, gender or class. It affects us all. It is important that we end the stigma surrounding this and not be ashamed of those we lost or those that are currently struggling with addiction issues. It could happen to anyone, and it does. Spreading awareness, and being the best versions of ourselves is how we honour the fallen.”