This Web site is dedicated to the memory of Kelty Patrick Dennehy.

The Kelty Patrick Dennehy Foundation's mission is prevention of depression related suicide in young people.

The Foundation has lead many fundraising activities directed at funding research and programs aimed at positively increasing awareness of issues related to depression and young people. To Date, The Foundation has raised over 4.1 MILLION DOLLARS.

The Foundation is a fully recognized federal tax free association.

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Upcoming Events

There are not any current Foundation events scheduled, but please check back regularly as we update this section frequently.

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Did You Know...

  • 11 Canadians die of suicide each day - every day
  • Suicide is the second leading cause of death among youth in Canada
  • Teen/youth suicide rates have tripled since 1970
  • Approximately one-third of teens who die by suicide have made a previous suicide attempt
  • Canada ranks in the top third of the 82 countriesreporting suicides to the World Health Organization
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From Our Blog

02.07.12February 8th - Bell Let's Talk

With National spokesperson Clara Hughes continuing the conversation, the Bell Let's Talk team invites the country for a second year to talk about mental illness to help fight the lingering stigma that keeps too many people from seeking the help they need.

12.18.11A Tribute to Riley Dennehy

Julia McCabe, a Whistler yoga instructor, is offering a free spot to her 200 Hr Yoga Alliance program, March 1st - 31st, 2012 at Bear Creek Centre, Whistler, BC, in memory of her friend and yogini Riley Dennehy.

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