SK8 Dark to Light – Golden, BC
We’re back for the 2nd Annual SK8 Dark to Light, a satellite event of Push To Heal’s Skate Dark to Light in Calgary.
With support from Sideways Strategies for insurance and Ethos Cafe for refreshments, we’re honoured to host this event and help raise money for the Golden Family Center’s free drop-in counselling program, helping reduce barriers for people in our community who need access to mental health support.
SK8 Dark to Light is a journey from night into sunrise, symbolizing the journey through the darkness so many people have faced, and others may be facing today, while remembering those who never made it to the light.
By remembering those we’ve lost, sharing stories, and showing up for one another, we can help break down the stigma around mental health and make it easier for people to reach out for support.
And, of course, we’ll skate.
Event Details
Date: September 13, 2026
Time: 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Location: Golden Skatepark
How to Participate
Roll up. Skate. Hang out. Share a story. Donate what you can.
- Join us in person — Come to the event and bring a donation for the Golden Family Center.
- Purchase Semicolon products — Proceeds from products will go toward the total fundraising for this event.
- Can’t make it out? You can still support the event from home through the Community Contribution option at semicolonskateboards.ca.
- Share your journey — Post on Instagram using #skatedarktolight2026 and tag @semicolonskateboards and @pushtoheal.
Stay Connected
Follow along for updates, stories, and event information:
- @semicolonskateboards
- @pushtoheal
Held in recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10.
The event is weather dependent, with Sideways Strategies Indoor Skatepark available as our backup location.
All funds raised through SK8 Dark to Light – Golden will go to the Golden Family Center to support local mental health services.
1st Annual Skate Dark to Light Re-Cap
2025 Event
Huge thank you to everyone who came out to our 1st Annual Skate Dark to Light!
We kicked things off at 4:30 AM with 12 skaters by 4:45 AM, and by 6:00 AM we had over 25 people on site, with about 40 participants in and out throughout the morning.
Together, we raised $742.45 for the Golden Family Center
- $300.00 from the donations table
- $442.45 from Semicolon sales donations
Which is awesome for our first year
This event came to life from a seed idea at the @GoldenFamilyCenter to host a satellite version of @pushtoheal’s #skatedarktolight, paired with our own deep understanding and commitment to suicide prevention awareness here at Semicolon Skateboards.
Big shout-out to @ethoscafe.golden for fueling us with Golden’s finest coffee, all the fixings, and fresh-baked muffins. Absolute legends.
Suicide is real, and the numbers are growing. Let’s all do our part to help our friends and loved ones through life’s rough patches. Everyone struggles sometimes, and everyone’s feelings are valid. We don’t always need to understand what someone is going through — we just need to show empathy, remind them they are not alone, and be there in the moments they need us.
Why skateboarding?
Skateboarding is more than just tricks — it’s a powerful tool for mental health and resilience. It teaches us to fall, get back up, and try again. It builds patience, persistence, and self-belief. It creates space for healthy self-challenge, self-expression, and community connection. For those who are struggling, skateboarding provides an outlet: a way to focus energy, release emotions, and find belonging.
At Semicolon Skateboards, we believe the act of skating mirrors life itself — it’s about overcoming setbacks, embracing growth, and carrying on when things get hard. Falling is part of the process — in skating, and in life.
Already excited for next year
