Broadcaster Tells City Crowd Of Her Family's Struggle With Mental Illness

Broadcaster Valerie Pringle telling a crowd in Saint John about how her family is coping with her daughter Katherine's panic and anxiety disorder. After receiving treatment, Katherine is now engaged and working on her MBA.
Valerie Pringle tells CHSJ News most employers are not doing enough to deal with mental illness but, there are a few exceptions.
Canada Post has made mental health their cause of choice giving away almost 2 million dollars to grassroots organization.
She also points out the work of Bell Canada and RBC in shining a light on mental health and contributing money as well.
The Saint John chapter of the Canadian Mental Health Association hosting the annual "A Day In Her Shoes" shoe fashion show and fundraiser last night at Market Square.
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