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Mental Health

Mental Health Resources

Hockey Saskatchewan is providing the following resources on mental health that are readily available to players, coaches, officials, volunteers and fans across the province. Many factors affect a person's mental wellness and it is important to understand that everyone deals with the challenges of everyday life in their own way.

Breaking down the stigma around mental health is important and normalizing the need for help is key to a healthy community where everyone feels safe and able to share their own thoughts and situations.

Why is Mental Health Important?


When an athlete is physically injured, they are typically treated by a team of health care professionals to ensure fast and healthy recovery. When an athlete suffers from a mental health problem however, they are likely to suffer in silence and isolation. While the awareness of mental health is making traction in the sporting community, the issues facing today's society around mental wellness is still predominant due to the emphasis on appearing physically fit when in reality a person is suffering mentally.

Its time to change our attitudes surrounding mental health in the realm of sports and athletics. Why? Because seeking help is a sign of strength, courage and resilience.

Tom's Talks - Mental Health with Corey Hirsch

 Hockey Canada CEO, Tom Renney sits down with former NHL goaltender, Corey Hirsch to discuss mental health.

2-1-1 Saskatchewan Kids Help Phone Respect In Sport Canadian Sports HelpLine
Phone: 2-1-1 Phone: 1-800-668-6868 Phone: 1-888-329-4009 Phone: 1-888-837-7678
Text: 2-1-1 Text: 686868 Text: 306-717-9636