Thomas Hartle Memorial Fund

Honouring the Legacy of Thomas Hartle: A Pioneer, Advocate, and Inspiration

Thomas Hartle was a dedicated father, husband, and community member who touched countless lives through his unwavering courage and compassion. As Canada’s first legal psilocybin patient, Thomas made history by paving the way for others to access life-saving psychedelic treatments. His groundbreaking journey with psilocybin-assisted therapy brought hope and healing to so many facing end-of-life anxiety, and his story continues to be a guiding light for others who found strength in his advocacy.

In 2020, Thomas made history as the first Canadian granted a Section 56 exemption by Health Canada, providing him access to psilocybin-assisted therapy. This courageous step not only transformed his life and also opened doors for countless others to explore this groundbreaking treatment. Thomas worked tirelessly to help patients access legal psilocybin for end-of-life anxiety, a mission he pursued with kindness, grace, and an unwavering sense of purpose.

Even amidst his battle with terminal cancer, Thomas reassured us with his characteristic optimism, saying, “You can count on me,” driven by the hope that his story might help just one person. He tirelessly shared his experiences, even during grueling chemotherapy sessions and while feeling unwell, all in an effort to inspire and help others find peace in their final days.

Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to carry forward Thomas’s mission. As we remember him, we are committed to honouring his legacy by supporting the causes he cared about most. The funds raised through the Thomas Hartle Memorial Fund will go toward covering funeral expenses and will also be donated to TheraPsil, a leading patient advocacy group. TheraPsil will use these funds toward advocacy and public education, ensuring that Thomas’s legacy of courage and advocacy continues to inspire and bring hope to those in need.

Our heartfelt thoughts are with Thomas’s family during this difficult time. Let us come together to celebrate his life and continue the work he was so passionate about.

Thomas's funeral will be held on September 6th and his obituary can be found at: https://www.saskatoonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/thomas-hartle

The Livestream Link will be available at the link above on the day of the service and will go live approximately 5 minutes before the event.

Thank you for your support in honouring the memory of a true pioneer and an extraordinary human being.