Today, January 22, 2025, is Bell Let’s Talk Day, a time to come together as a community and raise awareness about mental health. Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada encourages everyone in our community to take action and support mental health initiatives that make a difference in the lives of Canadians.
How You Can Help
Until midnight tonight, Bell will match every $5 donation you make to support youth mental health.
- How to Donate: Text YOUTH to 45678 to make a $5 donation, which will be added to your wireless phone bill.
- Where Your Donation Goes: 100% of proceeds will support six youth mental health organizations, including:
- Integrated Youth Services
- Jack.org
- Kids Help Phone
- National Association of Friendship Centres
- Strongest Families Institute
- Youth In Mind Foundation
Bell Let’s Talk by the Numbers
Since its inception in 2010, Bell Let’s Talk has:
- Supported over 1,500 organizations providing mental health services across Canada.
- Given over 6.9 million Canadians access to mental health programs.
- Inspired 1 in 2 Canadians to take action to improve mental health.
Resources for Athletes, Coaches, and Families
Mental health is a cornerstone of a thriving sport community. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or family member, these resources and services can help:
- Association for Applied Sport Psychology Directory: Find certified mental performance consultants.
- AthletesCAN: Resources for Canada’s national team athletes.
- The Mental Game Clinic: Develop mental skills and psychological health for optimal performance.
- Good2Talk: Free, confidential support for post-secondary students in Ontario and Nova Scotia.
- Kids Help Phone: 24/7 e-mental health services for youth, available in English and French.
- eMentalHealth.ca: Non-profit mental health resources for children, youth, and families.
- Crisisline.ca: 24/7 crisis hotline with local crisis teams.
- NAMI Helpline: Nationwide peer-support service offering mental health resources and referrals.
- My Game Plan Mental Health Support
- Canadian Centre for Mental Health and Sport
- Summary of Resources from the COC
- Coaching Association of Canada Mental Health Hub
- CIS Pacific Mental Health Awareness
Join Us in Supporting Mental Health
By participating in Bell Let’s Talk Day, you’re helping to create a stronger, more compassionate community. Together, we can continue breaking the stigma around mental health and provide vital support to those in need.