Win With Wellness brings Roughriders players into Saskatchewan classrooms to talk about mental health, so kids learn to speak up before the weight gets heavy. Your gift takes it to the next school.
The kid who's fine in class. The one who laughs it off. Most of what young people carry never reaches the surface, and the numbers say it's a lot.
of mental health problems begin in childhood or adolescence.
Mental Health Commission of Canadaof Saskatchewan children reported a decline in their mental health since the pandemic began.
University of SaskatchewanSaskatchewan kids aged 8 to 18 reported medium to high anxiety in a single school year.
See Us, Hear Us study, University of Saskatchewan
Win With Wellness is a Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation program delivered in schools across the province. Roughriders players lead every session, and the conversation keeps going after they leave.
Sessions on stress, anxiety, resilience, and asking for help, led by our player ambassadors. We leave materials behind so teachers can keep the conversation going once the player is gone.
Players share their own stories about hard days, nerves, and the strategies they use, because hearing a Rider say "I've felt that too" lands differently than a worksheet.
From Regina and Saskatoon to rural and northern communities. Your gift decides where Win With Wellness goes next.
2025-26 school year
schools visited
Every dot is ten kids who heard a Rider say it's okay to talk about how you feel. One school year, all across the province.
brings Win With Wellness materials to one student
supports a full classroom session
funds a player-led school visit
Teachers on what changed after a Roughrider stood at the front of the room and talked about mental health.
I have already witnessed students encouraging each other to use the techniques.
The kids in my class gained a lot and listened to every word.
This is a great program in so many ways. Mental health discussions are so important. Kids love the Roughriders and look up to athletes.Rona R.Teacher, Prairie View School
I just want to thank you so much for organizing yesterday's visit with Jacob, Charbel, and Micah. They were absolutely phenomenal! I have already witnessed students encouraging each other to use the techniques that were introduced while friends are having difficult moments.Monah M.Grade 5 Teacher, Arcola Community School
The students were very impressed with Mitch and what he had to say. They commented on his ease when talking and the strategies he used when feeling anxious. They wanted to know more about him and his game.Laurissa J.Teacher, Kincaid Central School
It was very motivational and sure helped to have a pro football player talk openly about mental health, journalling, the importance of school, and the value in trying a lot of things. The kids in my class gained a lot and listened to every word. Well done!!Kim V.Teacher, Langenburg Central School
Every gift goes to Win With Wellness in Saskatchewan schools. Give once, or give monthly and stay in the room all year.
