Unsinkable is a Canadian mental health charity that uses the healing power of storytelling to support personal recovery, break stigma, spark hope, and connect people through honest, lived experience.

Founded by Olympian Silken Laumann, Unsinkable is rooted in the belief that sharing our stories can transform lives.

Through the power of storytelling, aims to bridge the gap between traditional mental health resources and innovative, psychosocial support models, by sharing diverse personal stories to help others discover they are not alone, and recovery is possible

All Unsinkable programs are digital first and designed for accessibility

Storytelling Program

• One-on-one or small groups (5–8 people, 8 weeks) with mentor
• Learn to tell impactful, hopeful stories
• Connects audiences to mental health and local supports

Youth Program (ages 16–26)

• 12 weeks, led by trained youth leader
• Safe spaces to share, learn, and build skills
• Grows resilience and leadership

Community Champions

• Advocates from many backgrounds with lived experience
• Share voices through events and stories
• Work locally and nationally for inclusive mental health

Website: Mon-Sun 24 hours

Email: Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm PT

Ages 16-26 for youth programs otherwise no restrictions

Apply through the website for youth programs, Community Champions program, to be a storyteller, and for volunteer opportunities