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Michael Landsberg to speak at Sault College’s Scholarship Breakfast

The event, in support of Sault College’s student-athletes, will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 21
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Broadcaster Michael Landsberg talks about his battle with depression at an event in Fergus. Tony Saxon/GuelphToday

Sault College’s annual Scholarship Breakfast will feature a fireside chat with a familiar face.

Advocate, broadcaster and speaker Michael Landsberg will provide insight into his life as a sports television host and his battle with mental health.

The event goes Tuesday, Jan. 21 at the Quattro Hotel.

Tickets are on sale now.

Find the full news release from Sault College below:

Sault College is excited to announce its upcoming annual Scholarship Breakfast, hosted in partnership with Algoma Steel, featuring renowned mental health advocate, broadcaster, and speaker Michael Landsberg. The event, in support of Sault College’s student-athletes, will take place on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. at the Quattro Hotel. Tickets are now available and can be purchased for $60/person at the Athletics Office or by emailing [email protected]. Full tables are available for purchase.

Landsberg, a celebrated former host of TSN’s Off the Record and the founder of the mental health initiative #SickNotWeak, brings a powerful message of resilience, awareness, and hope. As a passionate advocate for mental health, Landsberg has helped destigmatize conversations around mental illness, inspiring countless individuals across Canada. A fireside chat will provide insight into his life as a sports television host and his battle with mental health.

“Sault College is honoured and fortunate to welcome Michael Landsberg to Sault Ste. Marie as the keynote speaker for our annual Scholarship Breakfast. Mr. Landsberg is a true leader in the Canadian sports media world, and his remarkable career as a broadcaster and mental health advocate promises to make this a truly memorable event. We encourage our community members to get their tickets early and not miss the opportunity to be a part of this exciting and inspiring event supporting our athletes and our college,” said Paul Orazietti, Director of Athletics and Student Experience at Sault College.

“As the official title sponsor of the Sault College Cougars, Algoma Steel is proud to support this important event. Mental health awareness and resilience are causes close to our hearts, and we are excited to partner with Sault College to welcome Michael Landsberg, whose insights will inspire our community. By supporting this event, we are helping create opportunities for student-athletes to thrive both academically and personally. Algoma Steel is committed to building better lives through values like teamwork, caring, and integrity, which are key to shaping future community leaders. We look forward to the positive impact this event will have,” said Michael Garcia, Chief Executive Officer, Algoma Steel.

The proceeds from the event will directly fund scholarships helping student-athletes pursue their education and achieve their academic goals. “We want to extend our appreciation to Algoma Steel Inc for continuing to support our college, our student-athletes, and our athletics program. Through this strong partnership, we are creating more opportunities for our student-athletes, and we look forward to our continued collaboration,” added Paul.

Event Details:

  • Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
  • Time: 7:30 a.m.
  • Location: Quattro Hotel
  • Admission: $60 (includes breakfast)

Let’s come together to support education, celebrate resilience, and spark meaningful conversations about mental health. We hope to see you there!