Hockey Talks - Facts & Figures

Hockey Talks is a program to encourage dialogue about mental health.
The goal of the program is to raise awareness of resources and reduce misperceptions and stigma that are often associated with mental health.
Each Canadian team is dedicated to providing information to help facilitate navigation of mental health services in their respective province.
Mental health education will aid in recognizing symptoms, identify effective self-care strategies and better understand the challenges of mental illness; this is important for both the person dealing with mental health issues as well as their support group.
A nation-wide collaboration allows us to increase our reach.
Specific medical related questions would best be answered by medical professionals; our goal is to help connect people to those individuals.
One in five Canadians will experience a mental health problem or illness in their lifetime.
Mental illness indirectly affects all Canadians at some time through a family member, friend or colleague.
Young people ages 15-24 are more likely to report mental illness and/or substance use disorders than any other age group.
70% of mental health problems and illnesses have their onset during childhood or adolescence.
Mental illness affects people of all ages, educational and income levels, and cultures.
Stigma or discrimination attached to mental illnesses presents a serious barrier, not only to diagnosis and treatment but also to acceptance in the community.
Mental health problems and illnesses can be treated effectively.
Only one in three people who experience a mental health problem or illness report that they have sought and received services and treatment.
In Canada, only one out of five children who need mental health services receives them.
It is important for youth to recognize when managing emotions and thoughts is becoming too much to handle.
Identifying the signs early and getting connected to tools and support is the most important way to prevent problems from becoming worse.
Friends and family play an important role in supporting each other through difficult times.
Players ask and get help for many injuries – shoulder, knee, etc – Mental Health should be no different – asking for help is the key.