Supporting Team Canada’s Mental Health – On and Off the Podium

Homewood Health provides confidential, 24/7 mental health support for athletes, staff, and families.

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A Shared Commitment to Mental Wellness in Sport

Homewood Health and the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) have launched a four-year partnership to provide mental health support to Team Canada athletes, COC employees, and their families.

Through this partnership, Homewood Health becomes the Official Mental Health Services Provider of the Canadian Olympic Team, offering confidential access to a comprehensive range of supports through Game Plan—Canada’s holistic athlete-support network.

This partnership brings together two organizations dedicated to athlete-centered care, performance, and well-being—both in sport and in life.



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Services Available Through the Partnership

Team Canada athletes, employees, and family members will receive access to a robust suite of mental health supports, including:

  • Confidential counselling, coaching, and clinical supports for both everyday concerns and more complex needs
  • Digital cognitive behavioural therapy (iCBT) for anxiety, depression, mindfulness, and resilience
  • 24/7/365 access to a nationwide network of licensed clinicians and therapists—accessible from anywhere in the world

These services are offered through Game Plan, and designed to empower athletes and their families to navigate the mental and emotional challenges of high-performance sport and life beyond it.

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By prioritizing mental health as part of the total athlete experience, Team Canada is leading a national conversation that redefines what it means to truly support high-performance sport. This partnership reaffirms a simple but powerful belief: mental health matters, in every arena, and for every Canadian.

Leadership Comments

“At Homewood Health, we believe that mental health and physical health go hand-in-hand. This partnership is an opportunity to support athletes, staff and families on their journey to wellness—so they can perform at their best.”

— Jagoda Pike, President & CEO,
Homewood Health

“This is an incredibly valuable partnership, and we’re thrilled to have Homewood Health join Team Canada on the road to Milano Cortina 2026 and Los Angeles 2028.”

— David Shoemaker, CEO,
Canadian Olympic Committee

“Having access to quality mental health support is essential for Team Canada athletes to thrive both on and off the field of play.”

— Cara Button, Senior Manager,
Game Plan

About Homewood Health

With over 140 years of experience, Homewood Health is Canada’s leader in mental health and addiction services, delivering exceptional outcomes through a national network of clinicians, digital tools, and nationally recognized treatment centres.

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About Game Plan

Game Plan is Canada’s holistic athlete-support network, helping athletes live healthy, balanced, and successful lives at every stage of their journey. Services include career, education, health, and mental wellness support.

A Message of Pride and Purpose

From Milano Cortina 2026 to Los Angeles 2028 and beyond, Homewood Health is proud to stand behind Team Canada—supporting resilience, recovery, and readiness through every step of the journey.

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