I remember meeting braden in downtown when we were in high school him and I went to different high schools but we shared a passion for music and I wish I never lost touch with him he was such an amazing soul and person always brightening up a room no matter what the situation he always knew how to make someone laugh rip braden you will be missed and I also wish bradens family easy times through this hard time please know braden is with everyone he made laugh any friend or family he had he always with you psalms 23 states the lord will be my Shepard he makes me lie down in green pastures the lord is my Shepard leads me to still waters and he restores my soul the lord is his Shepard he will guide him to you all anytime you need him.

All our love to you Lona, we are heartbroken as you know. All I can say is

"our bond will never be broken, the love will never be lost" Braden was so very special to me. He shined differently.

And I'll hold to that until we meet again.

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Braden. His kind heart, infectious laughter, and unwavering support will be dearly missed. Braden's memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him. Rest in peace, Braden

I worked with Braden for about 1.5 years when he was in his mid-teens. As noted in his lovely write up, Braden was a charismatic legend. He was smart, insightful and full of wit. I will remember him singing along to 80ties tunes, Rick Rolling his peers at the time, and expressing how great of a song Careless Whisper was. I was gutted when I heard that he is no longer with us, and my heart goes out to his family.

Cameron.

May you rest easy, Braden. Getting to know you, hanging out with you, and sharing your awesome knowledge and wisdom really affected who I am today. Thank you for being my friend when the world was against me, thank you for cheering me up on bad days, thank you for always being that person that stood out in a crowd, stuck up for people and was a voice for many who didn’t have one. I miss you everyday, please look down on me still, guiding me. I always look for signs from you. <3 I love you Braden.

My condolences to everyone especially Braden’s family, I will forever and always be thinking about you Bredan. I hate that this happened to you, you touched hearts in so many peoples lives words can’t even describe how I feel right now, rest in peace Braden you will be missed.

Braden and I had been close from a very young age. He was kind, loyal, a true friend. Someone who made everyone laugh and loved deeper than his heart could fathom. He was a best friend, a family member and someone you could rely on anytime of day. He was and always will be remembered as my best friend. Someone I will cherish forever. He deserved the world and often wasn’t give it but that never stopped him from being charismatic and an outright joy to be around. I love you so much buckle, we’re all gonna miss you deeply. Fly high lovely

I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart and thoughts are with you Lona, Preston and Blaine. As well as all family and friends.

I'm always here should you need someone to listen or talk to.

I love you all

Hello my name is Holli, Braden was and forever will be my best friend.

my one and only twin flame.

Braden is the kindest individual I’ve ever met, he showed me what it’s liked to be loved by another person. He showed me how to live a life of happiness.

Braden is the most trustworthy friend I could ever have. I could share anything with him.

He is the most unique person, there is no one in this world who comes even close to being like Braden, and that is turkey special. He had that type of personality that everyone fell in love with, possessing characteristics that are so unique and individual to him.

Fly high my brother I am so blessed and great full to have been your best friend ❤️

I was always amazed by Braden...he was such a happy, loving kid who brought me such joy.

I had the honor and pleasure of babysitting Braden when he was a baby. Seeing how he had grown as a young man, especially becoming a daddy made me so proud of him. He put his heart into everything he did.

Godspeed, young man...

Tons of love,

Tracey xox

Hello from Montreal

My name is Chancy

Braden was placed in my care in his teens.

Braden was one of those larger than life characters in so many ways.

He moved through life with his heart leading the way.

His passion for meaningful conversation and connectivity with things that matter was and is

A big reminder of why I love my work and kept retuning to Calgary

He cracked me up all the time

His sense of humour was sharp and always ready to swing

He called me, “duuuuuude”

Braden was genuine in every way.

A few years went by and we happened to run into each other again.

He was much taller and truly a bright happy spirit and doing well.

It was so important to him to maintain a positive course and feel proud of himself.

Everyone who worked with this lad was fond of him

He charmed one and all

More time went by and we met up again

I took him out for “fancy sandwiches” (as he called them)

And we sat in Princes Island Park, eating and chatting the afternoon away.

To learn of his passing is simply impossible to process.

So sad to learn you have lifted away, Braden.

I know you’re soul is embraced by a wondrous new frontier

The higher adventure is now yours to behold.

I want to express my deepest condolences to his family, extended family

And his many, may friends.

I know it hurts like crazy

Please be kind to yourselves in his honour.

He was crazy about you all and not afraid to speak his heart

He was and one of the good dudes

Hello My Name is Nate I knew Braden just called him buckle on Call of Duty and man He was super chill funny and always cracking jokes I will miss you buddy Fly High Broski