The Valhalla Project Niagara

The Valhalla Project Niagara objective is to reduce the rate of suicide among Military Veterans and First Responders we provide programs to support, educate and facilitate a better understanding of PTSD. PTSD is only dangerous when you are suicidal and alone, we may not be able to control our suicidality, but we CAN control if we are alone in times of distress. Daily and ongoing usage of a support network is encouraged and demonstrated.

Shawn Bennett is currently with the St. Catharines Fire Department with 31 years of experience in fire suppression. Shawn retired from the Canadian Armed Forces as a Sergeant. For more than 25 years Shawn has been a dog trainer and breeder. He is a Chaplain for the Valhalla Project of Niagara. Shawn was diagnosed with complex PTSD in 2006. ​ Shawn Bennett was awarded the Canadian Decoration with bar for his service with the Canadian Armed Forces, Federal Exemplary Fire Service Medal with bar for 20 plus 5 years, Provincial Fire Service Medal for 25 years, Queens Jubilee Medal, Scouting Youth Service Award and the City of St. Catharines Volunteer Award. He was also nominated for Firefighter Medal for Bravery in 2006. ;