About the LifeQuilt

The LifeQuilt is a unique and permanent memorial dedicated to the thousands of young women and men (between the ages of 15-24) who have been killed or injured on the job in Canada. It is a tapestry paying tribute to those who are woven together in life by a common thread – a workplace injury. The humanity behind the statistics is represented in each name, seam and stitch.

This remarkable project combines the gathering of stories and strong visual commemoratives, rendered in fabric, of 100 young people, who have been killed doing a day’s work. The focus panel is a 6’ x 9’ figure overlaid with the names of about four thousand young people who have been injured on the job in Canada. It will be constructed with the help of volunteers from across the country

Conceived by Toronto artist Laurie Swim, the LifeQuilt is supported by a group of public and private volunteers who are dedicated to raising awareness about the critical issue of young worker injuries.

IAPA has taken a leading role in supporting this unique initiative and asks that if you know of a young person who has been injured or killed as a result of a workplace incident and would like to honour their life and contribution to please call the Friends of the LifeQuilt at 1-800-406-IAPA (4272), ext. 2458 or refer to their website: www.youngworkerquilt.ca

• Download the LifeQuilt Brochure (37KB PDF)

What is Threads of Life?

Threads of Life is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to support families who have been affected by a workplace fatality, life-altering injury or occupational disease along their journey of healing. Each year in Canada, over three people are killed on-the-job every working day. Three people who have a parent, siblings, a spouse, children and friends who are devastated by this tragic loss. Thousands of Canadians who have been woven together by a workplace tragedy in need of grief counseling; crisis intervention support; healthy coping skills; workplace investigations and inquiries support; financial compensation; community building and a voice to help prevent other Canadian families from experiencing the same pain and suffering.

Visit www.threadsoflife.ca for more information.

Steps for Life - Walking for Victims of Workplace Tragedy

On May 4th, Threads of Life, an association for workplace tragedy family support, will hold its 5th annual Steps for Life walk to raise awareness of injury prevention and to fundraise in support of families suffering from workplace tragedies. Tragedies are defined as those who have been killed on the job, or who are currently suffering from a life-altering injury or occupational disease. Locations: Ashbridges Bay, Toronto Confederation Park, Hamilton Ryan Hall, Confederation College, Thunder Bay Sudbury

About Threads of Life
Threads of Life is a national, charitable, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping families affected by a workplace fatality, life-altering injury or occupational disease along their journey of healing. The 5k walk is non-competitive, fun and open to everyone. Please join us. Every step counts!

Adopt-a-Walker
Adopt-a-Walker is an option for families who are unable to participate in the walk personally but want to support Threads of Life by having someone walk in memory of their loved one. It is a rewarding initiative and appreciated by both the families and the walkers. Visit www.stepsforlife.ca/adoptawalker.htm. Many walkers have created their own giving page where you can find out more about them and who they are walking for.

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities
Customized sponsorship packages are available that allow your company or organization to:

1. Be recognized as a good corporate citizen, proactive in occupational health and safety
2. Lead and inspire a culture shift where work-related injuries and illnesses are morally, socially and economically unacceptable
3. Be highlighted in event media relations and onsite media coverage

Sponsorship Categories:
Marathon Sponsor $10,000 in direct or in-kind

• Logo included on promotional poster and brochure
• Logo on www.stepsforlife.ca with hot link to sponsor’s website
• Opportunity to deliver greetings at the corporate Steps for Life event (Toronto)
• Space to exhibit corporate information at Toronto Steps for Life event
• Logo included on participant t-shirts
• Logo included in all on-site signage
• Corporate information showcased in corporate media relations
• Corporate information included in all participant swag bags

Sprint Sponsor $5,000 in direct or in-kind

• Logo included on promotional poster and brochure
• Logo on www.stepsforlife.ca with hot link to sponsor’s website
• Corporate information included in all participant swag bags

Walking Sponsor $2,500 in direct or in-kind

• Logo included on promotional poster and brochure
• Corporate information included in all participant swag bags

Stepping Stone Community Sponsor $500 in direct or in-kind

• Local community sponsors will be recognized in local Steps for Life promotions including community media relations, onsite signage, participant bag donations or table top displays
• Community sponsorship will be directed to support the local community event

Contact Threads of Life at 1-888-567-9490 or sgibson@threadsoflife.ca to find out more about these sponsorship opportunities.

Registration
Walkers pay a registration fee to offset the costs of the event which includes lunch, refreshments and t-shirts. This ensures that the money raised from the walkers is dedicated directly to family support programs and services.

Registration Fees

How to Register

1. Online at www.stepsforlife.ca/register Please note that you’ll be directed to the Running Room for registration processing.
2. Fax or mail the registration form (41 KB PDF)

Walker Sponsor Form
Download the walker sponsor form (35 KB PDF). To make collection more convenient, walkers are asked to collect “donations” rather than “pledges” so that they can collect the donations on the spot, rather than having to go back to the sponsor once the event is completed. Walkers will submit their donations on the day of the walk.

Charitable Receipts
Charitable receipts can be issued for amounts in excess of $20.00 if requested and the full address is provided. This option is indicated on the walker sponsor form. The charitable organization number is 875248908 RR0001.