Media Advisory

February 7, 2018

MOHAWK TALKS PRESENTS LARA’S STORY

A free community event hosted by Mohawk College and St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton about mental health and suicide prevention with Member of Parliament David Sweet. David’s daughter, Lara, died by suicide last summer.

WHO: David Sweet, Member of Parliament for Flamborough - Glanbrook, with Mental Health and Addiction Specialists from St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.

WHERE: McIntyre Performing Arts Centre, Fennell Campus, Mohawk College

WHEN: Tuesday, February 20, 2018 – 7 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.

WHY: To bring awareness to mental health, suicide prevention and community resources.

HOW: Register online at www.mohawkcollege.ca/davidsweet or call 905.575.2023

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES: David will share Lara’s story at the event and then join a panel of mental health and addiction specialists to answer audience questions.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Jay Robb

Director of Communications

Mohawk College

905-575-1212 extension: 3965

jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca