CBC Newfoundland and Labrador

Labrador West woman is keeping her father's wish alive

January 27, 2011 8:52 AM

katie.jpgAfter a ten year battle with silicosis, an industrial disease, Edward "Doc" Collins died January 17th.

His wife and daughter were by his side for the decade long battle.

Now, Katie Collins is keeping her father's wish alive, doing her best to educate people about the disease.She told her story to CBC reporter Jeremy Eaton.  

George Kean.jpgJeremy also spoke with George Kean, the president of the steelworkers local 5795 in Labrador City..

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