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CANUCKS TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR MENTAL HEALTH DURING 14TH ANNUAL HOCKEY TALKS | Vancouver Canucks
- The Canucks will host Hockey Talks during the January 19 game against the New York Islanders at Rogers Arena.
- Hockey Talks aims to raise awareness about mental health and share resources across the hockey community.
- Wes Rypien, Rick Rypien’s brother, will participate in a ceremonial puck drop during Hockey Talks.
- Foundry BC and other mental health groups will be on site sharing resources at the Hockey Talks Market.
- The Canucks for Kids Fund will donate $20,000 to Foundry BC as part of the event.
- Additional Hockey Talks dates and community engagement nights are listed for 2026.
- The Hockey Talks initiative began in 2012 following Rick Rypien’s passing and has grown to promote mental health discussions in hockey.
- The event includes a tribute to Rick Rypien via a ceremonial puck drop by his brother Wes Rypien.
- Organizers emphasize that resources are available for mental health support across the province.
- The event is part of broader Canucks community initiatives and engagement nights announced by Canucks Sports & Entertainment.
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