Equine therapy program for veterans, first responders struggling with lack of funding
A unique program designed to help war veterans and first responders heal from mental trauma like post-traumatic stress is in jeopardy. The Can Praxis equine therapy program hoped to expand this year to also serve health care workers.
Red Deer Musicians Launch Song Supporting Veterans and First Responders
A song created by local musicians to support veterans and first responders has been released.
“It took a team of people to come together and make this song sound as beautiful as it does,” said Tony Sowan, who wrote Valour and Pride.
Calgarians Walk for Veterans to Raise Awareness about PTSD: ‘It’s not a disability’
About 100 people walked alongside veterans on the North Glenmore Park pathway in Calgary on Saturday morning to raise awareness about PTSD and suicide.
Steve Critchley is the founder of Can Praxis, an equine therapy program that helps people who have been diagnosed with operational stress injuries.
