By Troy Gillard

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WHL’s Goals For Mental Health raises nearly $20K

May 13, 2021 | 9:06 PM

CALGARY, AB– He shoots, he scores, they give.

The Western Hockey League announced Thursday that $19,455 was raised by Goals For Mental Health presented by RE/MAX, to help benefit the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) in Western Canada.

Throughout the 2020-21 WHL season, RE/MAX donated $15 for every goal scored by WHL Clubs in 17 Western Canadian markets. Since the start of the Central Division on Feb. 26, through the wrap-up of the B.C Division on May 12, WHL players scored a combined 1,297 goals.

The Red Deer Rebels scored 59 of those goals, raising $885.

“The Goals For Mental Health program not only allowed RE/MAX and the WHL to give back to our communities, but also provided an opportunity to deliver positive messages from our players on mental health during these challenging times,” said WHL Commissioner Ron Robison.

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The WHL, RE/MAX, and CMHA joined forces during the unprecedented season to deliver a number of digital programs supporting mental health.

Throughout the season, fans were provided with Talk Today tips on how they could support positive mental health.

The Mental Health Moments public awareness campaign gave fans a glimpse into the things WHL players do to support their own mental health.

“On behalf of CMHAs across Western Canada, I’d like to thank RE/MAX and the WHL for their generous support,” said David Grauwiler, Executive Director, CMHA Alberta Division. “Your support throughout this season will not only help our local regions, it has already helped raise awareness about mental health by challenging the stigma around seeking support at a time when so many are struggling.”

The WHL has worked with CMHA to deliver Talk Today programming in all 22 WHL markets since January 2017. The Talk Today program includes an educational component called safeTALK for WHL players, providing mental health training specific to suicide awareness.

A CMHA Mental Health Coach has been assigned to each WHL team to provide support and mental health resources to individuals who may be in need.

Talk Today is a mandatory program within the WHL’s Players First support services program. The WHL’s Player’s First programs provide educational, mentorship, and support services which touch on many issues such as bullying, mental health, and leadership, along with extensive health and safety initiatives.