SJHL announces support program for players in wake of Humboldt Broncos tragedy
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HUMBOLDT, SASK. — The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League, with the help of Federated Co-operatives Limited have announced a new program to help those affected by the Humboldt Bronocs bus crash.
The SJHL Assistance Program, announced Monday morning, will provide mental health support and counselling for players across the league affected by the tragedy.
A total of 44 Co-ops in Saskatchewan and Western Canada committed $135,000 for the assistance program, which was matched by Federated Co-operatives Limited. Work continues to secure commitments from other Co-ops, and FCL will continue to match the contributions up to $500,000.
“Like so many Canadians, we’re looking for any way we can to help the many people in the Broncos organization, and throughout the league, and indeed across Western Canada, who are grappling with the physical and emotional devastation caused by this accident,” said FCL CEO Scott Banda in a news release. “I hope that our contributions today are only the start and that they’ll encourage other businesses and organizations to donate to the SJHL Assistance Program as it supports players and their families in the coming months.”
