A Path of Light
A place to memorialize healthcare professionals who lost their lives to suicide. Share their stories and create a space to commemorate the lives lost.

The first memorial created for people who lost a healthcare professional to suicide, and a space to spread awareness of a tragic problem. Grieve and share stories, find solace in other memorials, and know that the light of their memories lives on.

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Memorials

The memories and stories left behind. Each online memorial connects to a ceramic lantern, created and placed in Deer Lake Park, Vancouver, Canada. You are not alone, the memory of the lives lost continues to shine.

Resident Physician
They lived a life full of passion and determination. They always fought for what they believed in and cared so deeply for others. We cherish every memory we had with them...
February 21, 2019
Physician
A remarkable person that always made an effort to engage with the community and always added humour to meetings and conversations. It is hard to forget their heart warming smile. They left behind a trail of people remembering to try to make light out of dark situations...
February 21, 2019
Nurse
Missing them every single day. They were loved by so many. Thank you for all of the memories…
February 21, 2019
Resident Physician
They were a successful student, actively learning and passionate about helping people. Beyond medicine they were incredibly creative, always full of life and helping the family...
February 21, 2019
Physician
No words can express our sorrow for the loss of this physician. We remember them from the first time they stepped foot in the hospital, working there for 10 years dedicating so much time to patients and peers. Their enthusiasm was contagious, making everyone feel better once they entered the room...
February 21, 2019
Physician
They were an inspiration, always welcoming with a great smile, and a great friend. When I was young they took me under their wing and taught me so much…
February 28, 2022
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Why WayLiight?

Creating awareness of a problem, starting conversations, and bringing people together.

For the past 8 years in Canada and the US, there has been a big increase in awareness around physician suicide and healthcare professional health.

However, it is taking time to reach more people and make change - often being hushed or making people uncomfortable - a stigma that needs change...

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Know Someone?
Get in touch to memorialize a healthcare professional you knew. Add to the digital gallery and get a lantern in their name.
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Thank you for your care.
WayLiight.
WayLiight is an undergrad project and is not active.
Please contact Ingrid Dee van Zyl for more info or to make it a reality.
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