3rd Annual Youth Symposium
The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is proud to host its third annual Youth Symposium, welcoming Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor and mental health advocate Tyler Smith to speak with local high school students throughout the week.
“The Youth Symposium is an important opportunity to connect with young people in our community and provide them with tools and conversations that support their mental well-being,” said Chief Daryl Longworth of the North Bay Police Service. “We are honoured to welcome Tyler Smith to North Bay to share his story and inspire hope and resilience in our youth.”
From March 10 to 12, students from several North Bay high schools will have the opportunity to hear Tyler’s powerful message about resilience, mental health, and the importance of connection. The symposium aims to create meaningful conversations with youth about overcoming adversity, supporting one another, and recognizing the importance of mental wellness.
This year’s Youth Symposium is supported through the Proceeds of Crime and Front-Line Policing Grant, which helps fund initiatives that strengthen community safety, prevention, and engagement with young people.
Tyler Smith, winner of The Amazing Race Canada Season 9, is a survivor of the 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus crash that claimed the lives of 16 teammates, staff, and coaches. He is the founder of Not Alone Co., a mental health awareness clothing line dedicated to facilitating conversations around trauma, PTSD, and mental health. Tyler co-hosts the podcast Speak Your Mind with NHL veteran Riley Sheahan, normalizing discussions about mental health with guests from sports, entertainment, and beyond. Through public speaking and advocacy, Tyler inspires individuals and communities to embrace vulnerability, build connections, and create safe spaces for healing and hope.
The NBPS thanks local schools and community partners for their continued support in making the Youth Symposium a meaningful and impactful experience for youth in our community.
