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RE/MAX WHL Talk Today Game to Promote Positive Mental Health Set for Friday March 4

March 1, 2022 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Regina Pats News Release


Regina, Sask. - The Western Hockey League and RE/MAX are teaming up with local Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) branches to promote positive mental health through RE/MAX Presents: WHL Talk Today Game Nights.

The Pats and CMHA Regina Branch will be hosting their Talk Today game on Friday, March 4 against the Red Deer Rebels, where fans in attendance will have the opportunity to learn more about CMHA mental health resources available in an effort to break down the stigma surrounding mental health.

The Pats game on March 4, 2022, at 7 p.m. will feature:

- A CMHA-run kiosk so fans can learn more about mental health

- Videos featuring Pats players talking about the importance of mental health

- Raffle draw for a chance to win a Connor Bedard signed jersey with all monies raised going to CMHA Regina

"As a proud sponsor of the WHL, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to present initiatives that support the Canadian Mental Health Association," said Christopher Alexander, President of RE/MAX Canada. "Through our sponsorship, we hope to make an impact in local WHL communities across Western Canada and continue to shine a light on the importance of mental health."

Talk Today, delivered by CMHAs across the WHL, has become one of the most comprehensive mental health programs for amateur sports in Canada. Its aim is to promote the mental health of young athletes and to spread awareness about the benefits of positive mental health throughout communities across the country.

"The Regina Branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association is extremely thrilled to once again partner with the Regina Pats and RE/MAX in hosting this Talk Today event to increase public awareness and promote mental health within our community," said Shannon Patton, Director of Community Engagement, CMHA Regina Branch. "Talk Today provides mental health support and raises suicide awareness amongst the Regina Pats organization and throughout the WHL and CHL. The awareness game on March 4 is a fantastic opportunity to educate the public and generate conversation with the hope of diminishing the stigma that most often surrounds mental illness."

Since 2016, the WHL and its teams have partnered with CMHA branches across Western Canada to provide mental health education and support to all players, coaches, parents, billets, and team staff across the League. This program has become a valuable platform for CMHA branches, teams, and individual players to encourage open discussion about mental health within the hockey community and broader public.

"Today, perhaps more than ever before, positive mental health and promoting wellness is important for everyone," said Pats COO Trevor Buhnai. "The Regina Pats are very proud of our relationship with the Canadian Mental Health Association, and we look forward to another opportunity to collaborate at Friday evening's game."

WHL Alumni Kelly Hrudey serves as the celebrity spokesperson for this season's RE/MAX Presents: WHL Talk Today Game Nights. Hrudey, a fixture on Hockey Night in Canada for over 20 years, spent three seasons with the Medicine Hat Tigers (1978-81) prior to embarking on a 15-season career in the NHL, in which he registered over 300 career wins split between the New York Islanders, Los Angeles Kings, and San Jose Sharks.

"Raising awareness about mental health is something that is important to me and my family," Hrudey said. "Help us break down the barriers when it comes to the stigma around mental health."

In any given year, one in five people in Canada experiences a mental health problem or illness. There are no limitations to those who may be affected. By age 40, about 50 per cent of the population will have or have had a mental illness. Major depression affects approximately 5.4 per cent of the Canadian population, and anxiety disorders affect 4.6 per cent of the population.

Fans can donate to CMHA, Regina Branch by visiting cmharegina.com/donors. For more information on RE/MAX Presents: WHL Talk Today Game Nights, please visit TalkToday.ca/WHLGameDays.

Tickets for Friday's game are available at www.reginapats.com, at the Pats Business Office at 1463 Albert St. or at the Brandt Centre Box Office on the day of the game beginning at noon.

Read more about Talk Today: cmha.ca/programs-services/talk-today/

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