Media releases
Young Artist's Suicide Leads to Amazing Art Show
November 2009
Hope and inspiration have grown out of tragedy because a young girl's family turned her suicide into an
opportunity for other artists with mood disorders.
When Rebecca Burghardt committed suicide in 2005, her family decided not to hide, but to create an art
show to celebrate and encourage other artists like Rebecca who suffer from mood disorders. Three
years later, the show is a huge success, with a year-round online gallery and a big event each fall. This
year’s event is being held November 26th, 2009 at the Royal Ontario Museum.
"CHECK IT OUT" MENTAL ILLNESS AWARENESS WEEK
October 4th - 10th, 2009
The Mood Disorders Association will be in three subway stations (King, Bloor and Eglinton) Wednesday October 7th
during the morning rush hour to promote regular “check-ups” for mental health.