UPDATE AUGUST 31, 2023:
Andrew walked 32.2K today!
SIGHTINGS TODAY:
I have missed some sightings because the photo, date, time and location were posted on a Facebook Community Page. Please send PM to me Marlene Bryenton - thanks! I would prefer that photos of Andrew not be posted on the FB Community pages. Hope you understand. Thank you very much.
I think it best to put your generous grocery items near Andrew and perhaps he will accept them, unless he specifically asks you to purchase something for him. He has been politely turning down offers of food. I am most concerned about this.
8:05 p.m. Andrew was on the north side of St. Clair west crossing over the intersection of Bathurst heading west. Andrew's pants have large holes in the back. The lady suggested we get new pants to preserve some of his dignity.
There is a lady that will be searching for him tomorrow. I am going to need your help with lots of posts, so she can locate him and give him new pants, shirt, sneakers and a Tim Horton's card.
7:38 p.m. Andrew was in front of Loblaws at Bathurst and St. Clair
7:00 p.m. Was at St. Clair and Spadina
6:40 p.m. Was at Yonge and Eglinton (Berwick) across from Farm Boy.
5:30 p.m. Was at Allen and Eglinton walking east on Eglinton.
4:54 p.m. Was at Tretheway and Eglinton.
12:13 p.m. Andrew was spotted N.E. corner of Keele and Wilson. He is wearing his New England Patriots shirt.
10:45 a.m. Andrew was seen walking on Sheppard Avenue near Wilson Heights, walking west. I am trying to determine time and direction.
9:59 a.m. Andrew was at Bathurst and Wilson No Frills. People tried to offer him food but he politely declined.
SIGNIFICANT UPDATE
Someone sent a phone number that enabled me to reach Premier Doug Ford's Cabinet answering system. I was asked for my name, phone number and e-mail address. I pleaded with Premier Ford to do what he could to help bring Andrew home on a medical transfer. No one has contacted me.
Hon. Sylvia Jones, Minister of Health has not contacted me. The Minister has the authority to grant a medical transfer order via a provision in the Ontario Mental Health Act.
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ADVOCACY
I have been advised to increase advocacy efforts. Please contact Premier Doug Ford at Premier@Ontario.ca 416-327 4300, I left a message. The other numbers were forwarded to this number.
Hon. Sylvia Jones Sylvia.jones@Ontario.ca 416-327-4300
Hon. Michael Tibollo michael.tibollo@ontario.ca 416-327-4300
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PREMIER DOUG FORD'S MESSAGE
PREMIER DOUG FORD sent me this message August 23, 2023.
"Thanks for reaching out about your son Andrew and his current health situation. I'm sorry to hear about the difficult experiences and challenges you've had to overcome.
With that said, I do appreciate your insight on this matter and take your concerns seriously. I've forwarded your email to the Honourable Sylvia Jones, Minister of Health, for her information."
Thanks again for contacting me.
Doug Ford
Premier of Ontario
c: The Honourable Sylvia Jones
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MEDIA COVERAGE
The GLOBE AND MAIL story was written by Marcus Gee and published August 25, 2023. Photographs taken by John Morris.
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ADVOCACY
I have been encouraged to continue advocacy with Premier Doug Ford, Hon. Sylvia Jones and Hon. Michael Tibollo. Please e-mail, telephone, write or Twitter these decision makers.
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LOBBYING EFFORTS
I am lobbying for a P.E.I. Missing Persons Act, P.E.I. Community Treatment Order and Federal Advanced Medical Directive. I have sent e-mails to MP Sean Casey, Premier Dennis King, Hon. Mark McLane, Minister of Health, MLA Susie Dillon, Dr. Javier Salabarria, Medical Director Mental Health & Addictions, and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Prince Edward Island.
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PLEASE NOTE
PLEASE DO NOT CALL ANDREW BY NAME. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT POLICE UNLESS ANDREW IS IN DISTRESS. MY PROFILE PAGE PROVIDES UPDATES THROUGHOUT THE DAY.
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PETITION
The PLEASE BRING ANDREW BRYENTON HOME TO PEI PETITION has received 7201 signatures so far. These are caring and compassionate residents of Ontario and Prince Edward Island. Here is the link: https://chng.it/TMKMZfHH2p It is fast and free.
Change.Org states that with 7,500 signatures, this petition is more likely to get a reaction from the decision makers. PLEASE HELP REACH THIS GOAL!
We are most thankful to the people of Ontario who are caring for our son, Andrew, by providing him with food, water, money and clothing as well as giving me daily sightings.
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MEDIA COVERAGE
The TORSTAR YORK REGION.COM story written by Kim Zarzour was published Saturday, August 26, 2023. The headline was, "GUT-WRENCHING NIGHTMARE": FROM P.E.I. TO TORONTO MOTHER SEARCHES TO HELP HER HOMELESS SON. The second part was published August 31, 2023. https://twitter.com/kimzarzour/status/1697226704505201017
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Charlottetown CBC reporter, Jessica Doria-Brown, contacted me today and advised that she is working on the story.
A Toronto Star reporter contacted me. I hope to hear from them soon.
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MARVIN ROSS BLOG
A blog was written by Marvin Ross entitled, WHY ONTARIO'S MENTAL HEALTH ACT IS DEFICIENT - THE TALE OF A HOMELESS MAN WHO SHOULDN'T BE HOMELESS. Here is the link: https://dawsonross.wordpress.com/
https://ajp.psychiatryonline.org/.../appi.ajp.2013.12111439 )
Marvin sent Andrew's story to the Hamilton Spectator published August 31, 2023.
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ANDREW'S ANGEL TEAM
I have a team of very gifted individuals who are guiding, encouraging and supporting me daily. The list is extensive.
In particular, I wish to thank Maureen Trask, Advocate for Missing Persons. Maureen's son, Daniel, went missing and unfortunately was discovered deceased. Maureen facilitates a Peer Support Group for Missing Persons. I am a member of that group. She lobbied for the Ontario Missing Persons act with the assistance of MMP Catherine Fife.
Also, I wish to thank Kerry McLane, volunteer investigator with the PLEASE BRING ME HOME ORGANIZATION. Kerry helped search for Andrew in Ontario. In addition, Kerry suggested I start the PLEASE BRING ANDREW BRYENTON HOME TO P.E.I. PETITION.
A new gentleman has joined Andrew's Angel Team. He is the TWITTER KING. He has been sending Twitter messages. He reported the following: There have been 8992 Twitter views in one day on the Globe and Mail story.
I am a MAMA BEAR and I will protect our son! Furthermore, I WILL NEVER GIVE UP TRYING TO SAVE OUR SON'S LIFE!