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Champion — Mike Shoreman

Mental Wellness Advocate, Bestselling Author & Speaker


After a life-changing diagnosis, Mike Shoreman defied all odds by paddleboarding across the five Great Lakes. Now a mental health advocate, he’s dedicated to raising awareness and driving change.

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Mike Shoreman is a mental health and connection expert, professional speaker, coach, author, and advocate whose transformative journey has inspired audiences worldwide. As the subject and founder of a multi-award-winning documentary, Mike Shoreman’s work is dedicated to raising awareness and driving change in mental health.

In 2018, Mike’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. This chronic neurological condition stripped him of his mobility, speech, vision, hearing and dignity. Once a thriving entrepreneur, nationally recognized coach with Paddle Canada, and business leader, doctors told Mike he would never paddle board again. Overnight, he lost his business, independence, financial stability, and social connections, leading to a mental health crisis. Refusing to accept this, Mike not only overcame his condition, but set out to paddleboard across all five Great Lakes, raising both funds and awareness for youth mental health.

A passionate advocate, Mike has authored two best-selling books. His story and work have been featured in prominent media outlets such as People Magazine, The Chicago Tribune, The National Post, CBC, and CTV..

Mike’s impact has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the Mental Health Leadership Award from the Mood Disorder Society of Canada, the 2024 Changemaker of the Year Award from the Council of the Great Lakes Economic Growth Forum, and inclusion on the Global Most Influential Persons with Disabilities list by Diversability. He has also been honoured by the Prime Minister of Canada, received the King Charles III Coronation Medal, and had his paddle board inducted into The Canadian Canoe Museum in 2024.

Mike’s Tip

Take care of your mind like you do your body. Talk to someone when you’re feeling off, get enough sleep, and move your body regularly. Don’t hesitate to ask for help – your mental health matters just as much as your physical health.

Mike Shoreman

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