Smallville Star, Kristin Kreuk, Appearing at The Kelty Foundation's Kind Mind Festival Supporting Children and Youth Mental Health
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DELTA, British Columbia - Californer -- Vancouver Film and TV actor, Kristin Kreuk (Smallville, Beauty and the Beast, Burden of Truth) will be making a special appearance on May 18th from 12-1pm for the Kelty Foundation's Kind Mind Festival supporting children and youth mental health. Sponsored by Central Walk's Tsawwassen Mills the festival will take place at Entrance 3 at Tsawwassen Mills.

Kristin will be on stage at 12pm for a free LIVE Q & A followed by autograph signing and photographs for ticket holders. All proceeds will go to support The Kelty Foundation and the Kelty Mental Health Resource Center at BC Children's Hospital.

Following her special appearance, the free KIND MIND festival will run from 1-5 pm and includes a performance by two time JUNO Nominee Warren Dean Flandez, Top Line Vocal Collective, a Tsawwassen Mills Retailer Fashion Show and other Community Celebrations with Host DJ Rachel Rock N' Beau! For tickets to get an autograph or photo with Kristin Kreuk please visit Eventbrite for more information. A very limited number of tickets are available.

The Main Event on May 18th "I am proud that BC Children's and the Kelty Patrick Dennehy
Foundation stand together to help change how the world sees mental health, to get kids and
their families access to the information they need and to work towards a future where no
family loses their child to depression or other mental health conditions." - Malcolm Berry,
President and CEO of BC Children's Hospital Foundation

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"We are so excited to continue our 15+ year partnership with BC Children's Hospital
Foundation by bringing this event to the community at Tsawwassen Mills Shopping Centre.
We are honoured to have celebrities such as Kristin Kreuk dedicated to celebrating kindness in our community. It's going to be a day to remember!" - Tegan Moss, President of The Kelty Foundation.

"We're thrilled to extend our support to this significant event, providing a nurturing space for
the invaluable cause of children and youth mental health. Central to our core values is our
unwavering commitment to our community, and we're honored to collaborate with The Kelty
Foundation in this endeavor.

Together, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder, amplifying our impact on the mental well-being of our youth. Moreover, our gratitude extends to the volunteers and talented artists generously devoting their time and talent to make this event at Tsawwassen Mills a reality. Their dedication embodies the spirit of unity and compassion, illuminating the path towards a brighter future for our children and adolescents" - Damien Teissedre, Marketing manager at Tsawwassen Mills – Central Walk.

MAIN EVENT DETAILS: Sat May 18 from 1-5pm:

● 12pm Special Appearance: Kristin Kreuk LIVE on stage
● 1pm Festival Kick Off with DJ Rock N' Beau!
● 1:20 Dance Performance
● 1:45 Choir Performance
● 2:00 FASHION SHOW featuring Kate Spade
● 2:45 DJ Rock N' Beau KIDS DANCE PARTY
● 3:30 Top Line Vocal Collective
● 4:00 Heads and Tails Game
● 4:10 Two Time Juno Nominee Warren Dean Flandez!

The Kind Mind Festival aims to raise awareness for children and youth mental health while
providing a platform for community engagement and support. Together, let's create a world
where mental health is a priority for everyone. For more information about The Kind Mind Festival, please visit https://www.thekeltyfoundation.org/kindmind

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For media inquiries, please contact Trisha De Luca at trisha@thekeltyfoundation.org

About The Kelty Foundation:

The Kelty Foundation, named after Kelty Patrick Dennehy, was founded by Kerry and Ginny Dennehy after the loss of their son to depression and later his sister Riley. The foundation's mission is to fund organizations dedicated to reaching and supporting youth when they need it most. Over the past 15 years, the foundation has raised close to 8 million dollars and achieved significant milestones in mental health support including funding the creation of the Kelty Mental Health Resource Center at BC Children's Hospital among other significant accomplishments. Past partnerships include VGH, Lions Gate Hospital, BC Crisis Center, Jack.Org, and Whistler Community Services Society.

About BC Children's Hospital Foundation:

BC Children's Hospital is the only hospital in the province devoted exclusively to the care of children and youth. It's one of the few pediatric medical and teaching facilities in Canada with an acute care centre, research institute, mental health facility and rehabilitation centre all in one place. BC Children's provides specialized care, innovative therapies and pediatric expertise for BC's kids, including the sickest and most seriously injured. BC Children's Hospital Foundation raises funds to provide kids with excellence in health care by continuously driving advancements provincially and globally. The generosity of donors fuels our ability to conquer childhood diseases, prevent illness and injury, and prioritize the unique needs of kids in every aspect of their care. Follow us at @bcchf or visit bcchf.ca for more information.

About Tsawwassen Mills:

From family friendly events, to music, culture, art, architecture, fashion, food and entertainment, we're bigger than just a shopping destination...we're bringing community together for an unrivaled shopping experience. Find endless inspiration within our exceptional mix of premium fashion brands, factory outlets and first-to-market retailers. With spacious aisles, convenient free parking and an array of culinary delights in our vibrant 20,000 square foot food court, it's never been easier to find everything you need to enjoy the moment and express your personal style.