Bell Let's Talk

Tackling Mental Health Stigma in Kids Sports.

What’s the winning formula?

Parents, coaches, athletes and kids, let’s talk.

Former NHL’er Sheldon Kennedy, Olympic silver Medallist Elizabeth Manley, and professional golfer Andrew Jensen share their battles with mental illness.

If you have a question or comment for any of our guests join the conversation @ctvottawa and don’t forget to include the hashtag #BellLetsTalk.

Guests

Sheldon Kennedy

Sheldon Kennedy

Former NHL player Sheldon Kennedy is known for going public as a victim of sexual abuse by his coach. In 2006 he released his autobiography, Why I Didn't Say Anything - The Sheldon Kennedy Story.

sheldonkennedycac.ca
twitter.com/shelkenn
respectgroupinc.com

Elizabeth Manley

Elizabeth Manley

Canadian figure skater and 1988 Olympic silver medallist Elizabeth Manley is a spokesperson for mental health issues due to her own battle with depression.

elizabethmanleyandfriends.com
twitter.com/lizmanley88

Andrew Jensen

Andrew Jensen

In 2012 professional golfer Andrew Jensen openly shared his story about depression and attempted suicide and is now an advocate for speaking out and eliminating the stigma associated with mental illness.

andrewjensengolf.com
twitter.com/andrewjensen

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