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CTV News
3 days ago
- General
- CTV News
‘For the Love of Kate': Runway ride shines light on mental health in memory of Londoner
Kate Harris is seen in this undated photo (Source: For The Love of Kate I Ride) Warning: This article contains mentions of suicide. Take care when reading. The first ever 'Ride the Runway for Mental Health' event was held at London International Airport in support of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). The family-friendly event was put together by Doug Harris and his family in honour of his late daughter Kate, who died by suicide after struggling with mental health for years. 'My daughter Kate was a beautiful, bubbly, 32-year-old member of the Canadian Armed Forces stationed in Halifax. On the surface, nobody would have imagined that she was suffering internally with mental health issues,' said Kate's father, Doug Harris. 053125_For The Love of Kate I Ride the runway London airport Classic cars on display at the Ride the Runway event at London International Airport, May 31, 2025 (Reta Ismail/CTV News London) Dozens of people gathered to take part, by riding their bikes, walking, or running around a section of the runway at the London International Airport near the Jet Aircraft Museum. Several classic cars were also showcased on the runway. 'Events like this are so important, because in addition to the money raised, it also spreads more awareness of the types of help that are available to people,' said Kelly Morgan, Events Manager & Communications at CMHA. Since her passing in 2016, Kate's family has been active in spreading awareness and raising funds for mental health. In 2019, Kate's father Doug cycled over 2,200 kms from London, Ontario (Kate's birthplace) to Halifax, NS (where Kate lived and died), raising over $25,000 in support of London Ontario's St. Joseph's Healthcare Foundation. 'We didn't want her death to be in vain, we wanted to help other people. She helped other people, she just couldn't get the help herself,' said Brenda Harris. 053125_For The Love of Kate I Ride the runway London airport A poster for 'Ride the Runway' in London Ont., May 31, 2025 (Source: For The Love of Kate I Ride) Kate's brother, Will Harris says it's important to shine a light on mental health and end the stigma. 'My sister and I were very close. And, we had spoken at length when she was still around about her struggles, which, by her own words, started when she was about age seven,' continued Will. 'To to be here with family and friends in the community in support of, raising some money for the, well, it's the very least that we can do to honor her memory.' Learn more and donate here: For The Love of Kate I Ride 053125_For The Love of Kate I Ride the runway London airport Classic cars on display at the Ride the Runway event at London International Airport, May 31, 2025 (Reta Ismail/CTV News London) If you or someone you know is in crisis, here are some resources that are available. Canada Suicide Prevention Helpline (1-833-456-4566) Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (1 800 463-2338) Crisis Services Canada (1-833-456-4566 or text 45645) Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868) If you need immediate assistance call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.
Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Kamala and Doug attempt to bury the hatchet with the Bidens by responding to cancer news… via X
Kamala Harris has offered her condolences to former President Joe Biden after his devastating cancer diagnosis - in a public sign she wants to mend fences with her old boss. The former Vice President's tenuous relationship with the Bidens has been in the spotlight since Joe Biden was forced to drop out of the 2024 Presidential race - and was replaced by his deputy. But on Sunday night, she issued a message of support to her one-time ally, in an apparent effort to publicly bury the hatchet on Elon Musk 's social media platform X. 'Doug and I are saddened to learn of President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis,' she wrote. 'We are keeping him, Dr. Biden, and their entire family in our hearts and prayers during this time. 'Joe is a fighter — and I know he will face this challenge with the same strength, resilience, and optimism that have always defined his life and leadership. We are hopeful for a full and speedy recovery.' Biden, 82, revealed on Sunday he had been diagnosed with an 'aggressive form' of prostate cancer. The cancer has since metastasized and spread to his bones. A statement from Biden's office claims that the form of cancer he has appears to be hormone sensitive and might be effectively managed by various treatments. Harris and her husband, Doug, shared coordinated messages of support on X, with Doug moments later sharing a picture of he and Biden, captioned: 'Sending love and strength to my friend, Joe Biden.' The relationship between the Bidens and Harris was hurt when Democrats pressured Biden to step down as the Presidential nominee after a disastrous debate against Trump mid-2024. He did so on July 21 - endorsing Harris a few hours later. But after her resounding loss to Trump just months later, there were rumors the president began giving Harris the cold shoulder. Some officials told the Daily Mail at the time he genuinely believed Harris could beat Trump and struggled t o understand how she blew the race – and a billion dollars in campaign contributions – so spectacularly. But other insiders said he was quietly seething that he was forced to bow out at all, and had expressed that he thought he would have won the race. Trump beat Harris both in the popular vote and the electoral college. Some in the Democratic Party blamed Biden himself – arguing he should have dropped out of the race far sooner than he did, and that more time would have benefited Harris's campaign. 'It's almost Shakespearean that Biden didn't just kill his own campaign, he killed hers, too,' a Harris campaign adviser rather dramatically told the Washington Post. Beyond Harris' sometimes frosty relationship with Biden, there was also reportedly a cold war brewing between her and his wife, Jill. Sources claim Dr. Biden has long disliked Harris, dating back to her ravaging Biden on the debate stage in June 2019 - during the first Democratic debate of the 2020 cycle. Harris' decision to post her message to Biden on X has added further fuel to the flames, raising questions about whether she called him directly as well. 'Are you even serious? You stabbed this man in the back and then threw him to the wolves,' one critic said. 'Such public displays of empathy... a performance for the masses. It is as if genuine concern is a rare commodity that must be theatrically displayed. Perhaps true compassion starts where the cameras end.' Some of Biden's biggest critics and MAGA loyalists have also issued heartfelt statements, led by Marjorie Taylor Greene and President Trump himself. 'I'm sorry to see this news. Cancer is truly awful. My Dad passed away in 2021 with cancer. Prays for Joe Biden and his family,' Greene wrote. Trump took to TruthSocial to share his tribute, writing: 'Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden's recent medical diagnosis. 'We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery. Biden left office as the oldest serving president in US history – he was also elected as the oldest ever person to hold the highest office. The Trump family were often highly critical of Biden's cognitive decline. President Trump, 78, often referred to Biden as 'sleepy Joe' as he slammed his light schedule as he claimed the White House was being run by his 'handlers.' Biden's son Beau died at the age of 46 in 2025 after he was diagnosed in 2013 with glioblastoma multiforme, the most aggressive type of brain cancer. His father claimed the cancer was a consequence of his Beau's exposure to military burn pits when he was serving in Iraq.
Associated Press
25-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Sol Strategies to Announce First Quarter 2025 Financial Results on March 3, 2025, Provides Update on SOL Purchases and Investor Relations Firm Engagement
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - February 25, 2025) - Sol Strategies Inc. (CSE: HODL) (OTCQX: CYFRF) (formerly, Cypherpunk Holdings Inc, 'Sol Strategies' or the 'Company'), a publicly traded Canadian company dedicated to investing in and providing infrastructure for the Solana blockchain ecosystem, today announced it will release its financial results for the first quarter of 2025 on Monday, March 3, 2025, at 4:30 PM EST. CEO Leah Wald, CFO Doug Harris and CTO Max Kaplan will host a webcast and conference call to discuss the results following the release. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions during the call. Event Details: Sol Strategies First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Webcast and Conference Call Webcast Date: Monday, March 3, 2025, at 4:30 PM EST Live Call: (800) 579-2543 Primary (US) or (785) 424-1789 (International) A replay of the webcast will be available on the company's investor relations website shortly after the event Recent SOL Purchases Update For the week ending February 23, 2025, Sol Strategies acquired 10,354 SOL for a total of $1,749,980 USD, reflecting an average purchase price of $169.01 USD per SOL. This continued accumulation aligns with the Company's strategy of expanding its SOL holdings to support its validator operations and long-term investment approach in the Solana ecosystem. Investor Relations Firm Engagement The Company also announces that effective February 25, 2025 it has engaged ICR, LLC ('ICR') to provide certain investor relations services to the Company, including preparations for earnings reports, messaging development and execution, analyst engagement, investor targeting, which may include the distribution of information relating to the Company through digital, email and influencer marketing, development of investor relations infrastructure and best practices, and the provision of market research and intelligence. ICR is engaged for an initial six month term, after which either the Company or ICR may terminate the engagement on 60 days' notice. In consideration for these services, ICR will be paid a US$30,000 retainer and a monthly fee of US$15,000. ICR is led by John Sorensen out of 761 Main Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut, 06851 (email: [email protected]; telephone: (203) 682-8200). ICR and Mr. Sorensen are at arm's length to the Company and neither owns any shares of the Company. About Sol Strategies Sol Strategies Inc. (CSE: HODL) (OTCQX: CYFRF) is a Canadian investment company that operates at the forefront of blockchain innovation. Specializing in the Solana ecosystem, the company provides strategic investments and infrastructure solutions to enable the next generation of decentralized applications. To learn more about Sol Strategies, please visit A copy of this news release and all the Company's related material documents regarding the Company may be obtained under the Company's SEDAR+ profile at Investor Contact Doug Harris Chief Financial Officer [email protected] Tel: 416-480-2488 Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information: Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Market Regulator (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. This news release contains 'forward-looking information' within the meaning of applicable securities laws. All statements other than statements of historical fact may be forward‐looking statements and information. More particularly and without limitation, this news release contains forward‐looking statements and information relating to the Company's or the Company's management team's expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future, and expectations regarding the characteristics, value drivers, and anticipated benefits of the Company's business plans and operations related thereto. Forward-looking information can also be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as 'plans', 'expects' or 'does not expect', 'is expected', 'budget', 'scheduled', 'estimates', 'forecasts', 'intends', 'anticipates' or 'does not anticipate', or 'believes', or variations of such words and phrases or indicates that certain actions, events or results 'may', 'could', 'would', 'might' or 'will be' taken, 'occur' or 'be achieved'. Forward-looking statements in this news release include statements regarding the timing for the Company's release of its financial results and the services to be undertaken by ICR. There is no assurance that the Company's plans or objectives will be implemented as set out herein, or at all. Forward-looking information is based on certain factors and assumptions the Company believes to be reasonable at the time such statements are made and is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance, or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. The purpose of forward-looking information is to provide the reader with a description of management's expectations, and such forward-looking information may not be appropriate for any other purpose. There can be no assurance that such forward-looking information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements are made based on management's beliefs, estimates, and opinions on the date that statements are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates, and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by law. Investors are cautioned against attributing undue certainty to forward-looking statements. Disclaimer: Sol Strategies is an independent organization in the Solana ecosystem. Sol Strategies is not affiliated with, owned by, or under common control with Solana Foundation (the 'Foundation'), and the Foundation has not entered into any association, partnership, joint venture, employee, or agency relationship with Sol Strategies. None of the Foundation or its council members, officers, agents or make any representations or warranties, recommendations, endorsements or promises with respect to the accuracy of any statements made, information provided, or action taken by Sol Strategies and expressly disclaim any and all liability arising from or related to any such statements, information or action.
