Former NHL star takes part in rally in Polson Park

Theoren Fleury was among those taking part in a rally at Vernon’s Polson Park bandshell today as part of a tour to raise awareness about child sexual abuse and trauma.

The former NHL star, and another former Calgary Flames forward, Colin Patterson, are part of the Breaking Free Foundation’s first Victor Walk Tour since 2018.

Theo Fleury (left) on the Victor Walk in Golden B.C. July 20. (Photo credit: Breaking Free Foundation/Facebook)

The tour will stop at Rutland Centennial Park in Kelowna Saturday (July 23), from 12 to 2 p.m. Participants are asked to wear orange shirts.

The Victor Movement was created by Fleury in 2013 to raise awareness for those affected by child sexual abuse, which includes himself.

“A national movement powered by an Orange Wave of Courage, the Victor Walk sees Breaking Free Foundation giving a voice to those who have been affected by trauma throughout their lifetimes. Moving from victim to victor,” said organizers.

Retired NHL star Theo Fleury speaks to people in Vernon’s Polson Park July 22 as part of the Victor Walk Tour. (Submitted photo/Breaking Free Foundation)

The foundation provides support to victims (or victors) of all types of trauma through therapy grant programs and free monthly support meetings.

For more details, visit their website: https://www.breakingfreefoundation.ca/

For more information on Theo Fleury, click here for his Wikipedia page.