Join the Defeat Depression Walk put on by Vale, the USW Local 6166, and the Northern Health Region this Friday starting at noon at the TRCC.

Depression and anxiety are on the rise in Canada.

About 16 percent of adults will experience depression or anxiety at some point in their life, with women twice as likely to be affected, most often between the ages of 25 and 44.

For men, those who are retired are at an increased risk for both conditions and are at double the risk of cardiovascular problems in the five years following diagnosis.

Businesses, non-profits, schools and community groups are invited to take part in the walk and bring awareness to this mental health challenge.

For information email Ray.Solski@Vale.com or JWhalen@NRHA.ca.