Helmets and pads can only go so far to protect kids who play sports. That’s why respect was the theme of Hockey Canada’s AGM held in Halifax this past week and the focus of a talk by former NHL player Sheldon Kennedy who has spoken extensively about his own experience as a young player. The meeting was also an opportunity for staff of the Canadian Red Cross to meet with Sheldon and others who are involved in promoting safe environments for children. The Red Cross delivers bullying and abuse prevention programs in schools and is a partner of Respect Group Inc., founded by Sheldon Kennedy and Wayne McNeil, through which coaches and parents receive Respect in Sport training.
From left to right Red Crossers from the RespectED violence and abuse prevention program in Nova Scotia and members of Respect Group: Roland Vidal (Respect Group), Kalina McCaul, Sheldon Kennedy (Respect Group), Jenny Pratt, Wayne McNeil (Respect Group) and Ismael Aquino.
