Mental health and wellness are key factors in sport, directly affecting performance, motivation, and overall well-being. Just as physical fitness prepares the body, mental wellness prepares athletes to manage training, competition, and recovery pressures. Strong mental health supports focus, resilience, and confidence, helping athletes handle stress, setbacks, and stay engaged in sport. It also reduces the risk of burnout, anxiety, and depression while promoting positive team relationships. Prioritizing mental health allows athletes to perform at their best and maintain balance for long-term participation. If you require immediate help please contact 911 or Kids Help Phone 1.800.668.6868 Bell Let’s Talk At Swim Alberta, we’re committed to promoting holistic wellness—both in and out of the pool. Bell’s Let’s Talk is a national campaign that raises awareness, reduces stigma, and champions mental health discussions across Canada. Learn more about their initiatives and how you can get involved on the Bell Let’s Talk website. Visit bell let’s talk Resources Mental Health in Sport Canadian Centre for Mental Health and Sport (CCMHS) visit ccmhs Mental Health Commission of Canada visit Website Community Resources Kids Help Phone: 1.800.668.6868Call, Text, FB Messenger or Live Chat, Text ‘CONNECT’ to 686868Adult Text Line: Text 741741 or visit: Kids help phone – caring adults Calgary Distress Centre: 403.266.HELP(4357) Calgary Distress Centre Alberta’s 24-hour Mental Health Help Line: 1.877.303.2642 Calgary Critical Incident Stress Management: Mobile Response Team: 403.266.HELP (4357) Edmonton Distress Centre: 780.482.HELP(4357) edmonton distress centre Edmonton Community Urgent Services and Stabilization Team: 780.342.7777 Rural Distress Support: 1.800.232.7288 Canadian Mental Health Association: canadian mental health association Alberta Health Services – call 811 or visit: Alberta Health Services Canadian Mental Health Association: Calgary: Cmha: Calgary Canadian Mental Health Association: Edmonton Cmha: edmonton