Stampeders quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell was at Windsong Heights School and Bethany Care in Airdrie this morning.


This morning, the Grey Cup champion was recruited by the Windsong Heights' kindergarten class as their newest Kindness Ninja, an initiative of the Shaw Kindness Sticks Youth Grant. Mitchell spoke with the students about the importance of kindness in the community and after reciting the 'Kindness Ninja Pledge', he proudly received his red headband.

Mitchell shared his thoughts on the initiative.

"It's amazing to be a part of something that the kids came up with, put the initiative together and are passionate about. I think nowadays with technology and everything, it's hard to get kids to be passionate about something. To see that they're so passionate about kindness and giving, it really warms the heart," he said.


Air 106.1 FM asked Mitchell what it feels like taking his skills off the field and putting them into initiatives such as this one.

"Honestly, I think the skills kind of start off the field. This is the kind of person you are, who you're raised to be, I was like these kids in the sense that I always wanted to be kind... I kind of seeked out the bullies to try to change them, sometimes it works sometimes it doesn't, but I think that teaches you things and how to use skills on the field as well. But the off the field stuff is easy. That's where your natural personality and who you are really comes out."

Mitchell and the rest of the KINDergartener Kindness Ninjas then headed to Bethany Care Center in Airdrie to perform a random act of kindness for the seniors.The residents were suprised with flowers, hand-crafted gifts, and cards from the Kindness Ninjas and enjoyed friendly conversation. Senior loneliness in care facilities is an issue that becomes more difficult for them especially around the holidays, so this random act of kindness could not have come at a better time.