“I am the friend of somebody who experienced depression. I know it isn’t a choice. It’s not a weakness, self-inflicted, or a result of not trying. Sometimes you just can’t get over it - it won’t just go away. Pretending it isn’t happening doesn’t help; talking about it does. Getting support early can make the difference. Helping someone we care about is not a burden. I pledge to learn the signs. I will not judge. I will have compassion. I will reach out, listen, talk, help, and find help. My name is Kevin Bieksa, I will not stay silent.”

- Kevin Bieksa of the Vancouver Canucks for mindcheck.ca

I urge everyone - whether you are a hockey fan or not - to reblog this message. As someone who is dealing with depression, having the proper support makes all the difference. Please educate yourselves; it could save someone’s life.

“I am the friend of somebody who experienced depression. I know it isn’t a choice. It’s not a weakness, self-inflicted, or a result of not trying. Sometimes you just can’t get over it - it won’t just go away. Pretending it isn’t happening doesn’t help; talking about it does. Getting support early can make the difference. Helping someone we care about is not a burden. I pledge to learn the signs. I will not judge. I will have compassion. I will reach out, listen, talk, help, and find help. My name is Kevin Bieksa, I will not stay silent.”

- Kevin Bieksa of the Vancouver Canucks for mindcheck.ca

I urge everyone - whether you are a hockey fan or not - to reblog this message. As someone who is dealing with depression, having the proper support makes all the difference. Please educate yourselves; it could save someone’s life.

RIP Rick Rypien. The best fighter we ever knew.

mattiasohlund:

As the 41st season of the Vancouver Canucks is fast approaching, the organization of fans and players alike have been hit hard by the passing of players Luc Bourdon, Pavol Demitra, and Rick Rypien. Each of these players have contributed in ways where we will never forget. Whether it be from scoring timely goals to spending their time interacting with the community off the ice, they will forever have a place in our hearts.

Canucks fans, remember these three men. Remember them for the great things they have accomplished. Remember them for the astounding people that they were and still are. Remember that they are forever Canucks.

All three of them are a part of this team, and forever will be.

Let’s win it for Luc, Rick, and Pavol.

mattiasohlund:

As hockey season is fast approaching, let us all remember the ones who have passed away. At the end of the day, we are all a family.

Rest in Peace, Wade Belak, Derek Boogaard, Rick Rypien, Pavol Demitra, and the entire roster of Yaroslavl Lokomotiv.