Remembrance Week
Light For Veterans – Daniel Marsh
As we continue with Spartan Wellness Remembrance Week, we’re hearing stories from veterans, learning about veteran-owned businesses, and discovering the organizations making a difference in the veteran community, and today we sit down with Daniel Marsh. The founder of Light for Veterans, an organization dedicated to supporting Canadian veterans through various initiatives. The primary mission…
Read MoreShoulder 2 Shoulder – Russell Vida
Russell Vida is the founder of Shoulder 2 Shoulder, a non-profit organization that focuses on helping Canadian veterans and first responders cope with the physical and mental challenges they face after service. Shoulder 2 Shoulder mission is to provide peer support, community involvement, and resources to those struggling with PTSD, mental health issues, and the…
Read MoreCorey Hatt – Mad Hatter Industries
Corey Hatt is the founder of Mad Hatter Industries (MHI), a veteran-owned Canadian company that creates custom apparel and products aimed at supporting veterans and first responders. Corey, a former Canadian soldier, launched Mad Hatter Industries after transitioning out of military service to raise awareness about mental health struggles faced by veterans and first responders,…
Read MoreThe TEMA Foundation – Cheryl Matthews
Cheryl Matthews is associated with The TEMA Foundation, an organization that supports Canadian Veterans and First Responders, focusing on mental health, trauma, and PTSD education. As a leader within The TEMA Foundation, Cheryl helps drive initiatives to raise awareness and provide resources for those experiencing PTSD and other mental health challenges. TEMA offers evidence-based programs,…
Read MoreSeven Wolf Retreat – John Green
John Green, associated with the Seven Wolf Retreat, leads efforts to support Canadian veterans by providing therapeutic retreats aimed at promoting healing and well-being. The Seven Wolf Retreat focuses on helping veterans reconnect with themselves and nature through outdoor activities that foster resilience, mental clarity, and emotional healing. These retreats offer veterans a space to…
Read MoreMike Rude – The Rude Awakening Tour
Mike Rude is a retired Sergeant from the Canadian Armed Forces who served as a paratrooper with the Canadian Airborne Regiment. After his military service, he embarked on The Rude Awakening Tour, a cross-country initiative aimed at raising awareness about the adverse effects of Mefloquine, an anti-malarial drug administered to Canadian soldiers during deployments. Many…
Read MoreGraham Trude – The Singing Soldier
Graham Trude, also known as The Singing Soldier, is a Canadian country music artist, former soldier, and first responder. He served with the Canadian Armed Forces, and his personal experiences with military service, mental health struggles, and recovery have deeply influenced his music. After leaving the military, Graham turned to songwriting as a way to…
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