Panthers at Home, Bell Let's Talk, and #PanthersBeKind

Wednesday, January 25 is a big night for the UPEI Men’s Hockey team. The Panthers take on Université de Moncton at 7 pm in MacLauchlan Arena and participate in the #PanthersBeKind challenge as part of Bell Let’s Talk Day. As one big act of kindness, the Panthers have invited members of Prince Edward Island’s growing Chinese population to the game.

The Panthers, AUS, and Bell have teamed up to support Bell Let’s Talk. Inspired by the AUS’s theme of “Be Kind,” UPEI’s Bell Let’s Talk Ambassadors, Jerika Gimpel and Olivia Murphy, began the #PanthersBeKind challenge. The challenge is simple: surprise someone in your community with a small act of kindness. Capture it on video, post it on social media, and challenge two others to do the same!

An estimated 350 members of the Chinese community in PEI are expected to Wednesday’s game, where there will be a showcase of their culture. After the game, there will be a family skate and opportunities to meet members of the team.

“Another big game with play-off implications,” said coach Forbes MacPherson. “With only six games remaining and four on the road, we have to take care of home ice and continue to build towards a playoff position. We are also excited to participate in Bell Let's Talk. Many Canadians are affected by mental illness during their life. This initiative helps support overcoming the stigma and get people talking.”

“Our goal is to develop stronger connections with our ever expanding PEI populations and community,” said Chris Huggan, director of UPEI Athletics and Recreation. “By reaching out and being kind, we hope to make the PEI Chinese community more aware of, feel more welcome at, and ultimately become more connected with both UPEI and UPEI Athletics and Recreation.”

Game tickets are now available for purchase online at panthertickets.universitytickets.com

Find more details at gopanthersgo.ca.