Asbestos victims unite in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada: Speeches, Photos & Videos, Press Releases, Blogs, and News

 

The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), Walk to Remember Victims of AsbestosOccupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW), and Victims Chemical Valley present a two-day event honoring the victims of asbestos in Sarnia and around the world.

September 30: Candlelight Vigil for Victims of Asbestos – 6:30 PM EST. On this day, we will honor those fighting the courageous battle against asbestos-related diseases and remember those who have lost their battle. If you cannot be present in Sarnia, you can still join the community by lighting a candle in your home or by lighting a virtual candle online. Facebook Event Details

October 1: Walk For Victims of Asbestos – 10:00 AM EST. Residents and visitors to Sarnia will turn their anger into action with a walk to honor those affected by asbestos-caused diseases and protest the continued mining and exportation of asbestos in Canada and around the world. Facebook Event Details

LOCATION: Sarnia, Ontario, Canada

PARTIAL LIST OF SPEAKERS:

Mike Bradley, Mayor of Sarnia

Leah Nielsen and Stacy Cattran, Event Organizers

Jon McEachran, Sarnia City Councilman

Linda Reinstein, CEO/President and Co-Founder, ADAO

Alec Farquhar, OHCOW Managing Director

LINKS

ADAO Press Release

Mayor Mike Bradley’s Blog Post

Mayor Mike Bradley’s Request for Support from Sarnia City Council

Offical Walk for Victims of Asbestos Website

Leah Nielson and Stacy Cattran’s Blog Post

Light a Virtual Candle

ADAO

OHCOW