Champions
Canadian Men’s Health Foundation (CMHF), is proud to present our National Champions, who stand for men's health and support our mission: encouraging small changes for healthier lives.
Our Champions
Ned Bell
Canadian Chef, Ambassador and Hospitality Owner
A renowned Canadian culinary talent, Chef Ned Bell is a chef advocate and ambassador, keynote speaker, educator, hospitality owner and culinary consultant.
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Kevin Bieksa
NHL Defenseman Turned TV Analyst
Veteran defenseman became a Hockey Night in Canada analyst upon retiring from the NHL. Kevin began advocating for mental health after his friend and teammate Rick Rypien passed away in 2011 after struggling with depression.
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Buzz Bishop
Radio Host and DadCamp Blogger
Buzz Bishop is a dad, radio host, blogger, Diabetes Canada champion, and three-time Guinness World Records holder.
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Shea Emry
Grey Cup Winner
Two-time Grey Cup winner, Shea Emry is a former all-star linebacker for the Canadian Football League.
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Tommy Europe
Grey Cup Champion Turned Fitness Coach
Now one of Canada’s top personal trainers, Tommy Europe has only become more passionate about health and fitness since his playing days in the CFL.
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Toby Hargrave
B.C Actor and Comedian
B.C. actor and comedian Toby Hargrave often pokes fun at his “casual” approach to wellness. Behind the scenes he wanted to live healthier. That’s when his inspiring Don’t Change Much journey began.
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Kelly Hrudey
Sports Broadcaster and Former NHL Goaltender
Kelly Hrudey is an award-winning sports analyst, following a 15-year career as an NHL goaltender. He’s been a familiar face on Sportsnet and CBC’s Hockey Night in Canada for the past two decades.
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Jim Hughson
The Voice
As the voice of Hockey Night in Canada on CBC and Rogers Sportsnet, Jim Hughson is one of the most beloved sports broadcasters in Canada.
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Adam Kreek
Olympic Gold Medalist
Olympic gold medalist and entrepreneur, Adam Kreek is excited to work with CMHF on bringing the issue of men’s health to the forefront.
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Trevor Linden
Twenty-Year NHL Veteran
Trevor Linden played 20 seasons in the NHL from 1988 to 2008 and is the former President of Hockey Operations for the Vancouver Canucks.
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Manny Malhotra
Toronto Maple Leafs Assistant Coach
Manny Malhotra is an Assistant Coach for the Toronto Maple Leafs. He attributes prioritizing physical health and diet as key factors to the longevity of his 17-year NHL career.
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Riaz Meghji
Broadcaster, author and keynote speaker
Author of "Every Conversation Counts: The 5 Habits of Human Connection That Build Extraordinary Relationships", and accomplished broadcaster with 17 years of television hosting experience.
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Dan Murphy
Sports Broadcaster
Dan Murphy is a broadcaster with Rogers Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada, who for over 20 years has hosted Vancouver Canucks TV broadcasts. He is also the host of the Don’t Change Much Podcast.
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Brendan Shanahan
Three-Time Stanley Cup Champion
Brendan Shanahan played 21 seasons in the NHL from 1987 to 2009 and is currently the President and Alternate Governor of the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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Jody Vance
Veteran broadcaster and talk show host
Jody Vance is recognized for her decades of work in TV and radio across Canada. She became a men’s health advocate after her father’s journey with prostate cancer and later Alzheimer’s.
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Simon Whitfield
Four-Time Olympian
Simon Whitfield is a four-time Olympian, gold medalist, silver medalist and all-time most decorated triathlete in Canada. He won 10 consecutive Canadian Triathlon Championships titles.
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