Join Us On July 12th & 13th at City View For a Weekend of Soccer & Mental Health Awareness!
An estimated 1.2 million children and youth in Canada are affected by mental illness. Our Kickin’ It For Mental Health event brings together a few things we are passionate about at BSC; community, mental health, supporting our youth, and football. This year, July 12th & 13th , bring your family and friends to watch and support a variety of our OPDL teams at City View Park. This event is in support of Youth & Adolescent Mental Health Initiatives at Joseph Brant Hospital and to recognize the relation of mental health in sports. Stay for a weekend full of fun and soccer while all supporting the importance of youth mental health.
Schedule For the Days
- Vendor Market opens at 12:00pm Both Days
- OPDL Schedule Saturday July 12th: Click Here
- OPDL Schedule Sunday July 13th: Click Here
- Vendor Market closes at 5:00pm Both Days
**The first 25 attendees at each game will receive a swag bag!
Who will be there?
This year, the following businesses/organizations will be attending our vendor market for the day:
Joseph Brant Hospital –
Peachey Counselling and Family Support –
Walk to the Lighthouse –
How Can I Help?
Join us on Sunday, July 12th and 13th as…
- Proceeds from vendor purchases go to support Youth & Mental Health initiatives at Joseph Brant Hospital.
- Donate directly through PowerUp by clicking here
- Donate directly to the Joseph Brant Foundation by clicking here
Know the Facts!
- 1 in 5 youths will deal with mental health issues
Resources
Joseph Brant Hospital offers youth and adolescent mental health programs and services to youth/children under the age of 18 in the Halton region.
They offer the following:
At BSC, we not only care about your physical performance but also your mental well-being. Remember that your mental health is just as important as your skills on the field. We encourage you to prioritize self-care, seek support when needed, and remember that you’re never alone. Together, we can create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
- Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text 686868
Article Resources For Parents and Coaches
It’s important for parents and coaches to recognize youth mental health and provide support for those who need it. Here are a few great references to check out!
- Recognizing Signs of Youth Mental Health Distress
- Loneliness and Well-Being in Children and Adolescents
- Changes in Depression and Anxiety Among Children and Adolescents
- How to Help Someone with Anxiety
Thank You To Our Sponsors
In addition to all of those listed about who are attending our vendor market, we would also like to thank
Fast Signs – for their generous donation of all signage for the event.
