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Terry Orlick
IN MEMORIAM: Terry Orlick

It is with a heavy heart that we are informing you

that Terry Orlick, Ph.D. passed away last Tuesday,
August 17. As most of you know, Dr. Orlick was a
pioneer and renowned leader in the field of sport
and performance psychology. He was a cherished
colleague, friend, and mentor for many individuals
in all corners of the world. Terry was known for
being a gentle, caring, and compassionate soul
who had tremendous focus, commitment and
passion for high quality living and performance
excellence. He was a visionary scholar and
practitioner with a brilliant capacity to translate knowledge into highly relevant
tools such as books, DVDs, interview guides, and ‘train the trainer’ manuals. Terry
generously shared his knowledge and experience over the years because he
wanted to positively impact the lives of others. Consultants, scientists, teachers,
parents, coaches, athletes, students, children and performers across multiple
domains have tremendously benefited from his exceptional work.

In terms of his academic career, Dr. Orlick worked at Montclair State University
(1968-1970), the University of Western Ontario (1972-1973), and the University of
Ottawa (1973-2017). Throughout his 44 years at the University of Ottawa, he was
instrumental in establishing the popular thesis and professional Master’s
programs in the School of Human Kinetics, which have attracted hundreds of
Canadian and international students and visiting professors. Dr. Orlick also
founded the Canadian Mental Training Registry, a professional organization that
eventually served as the foundation for the creation of the Canadian Sport

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Psychology Association in 2006. Dr. Orlick was frequently sought as not only a
mental training consultant but also a keynote speaker by many organizations
including AASP, the CSPA, the ISSP, and the International Society for Mental
Training and Excellence, to name a few

We invite you to read the beautiful tribute written by Terry’s family, which further
exemplifies this amazing individual’s contributions and the legacy he leaves
behind: https://www.hpmcgarry.ca/memorials/terrance-
orlick/4699993/obituary.php?fbclid=IwAR0XGTkYVLemTJUf6NSHvqg5vqc-
Nbdx3vQtCQGm5PyUS-4j-OwrQm7t6nk. If you had the privilege of knowing Terry,
you were one of the fortunate ones! In memory of Terry and the love he had for
physical activity and nature, we invite you to have a special thought for him
during your next workout or outdoor activity. Terry, rest in peace and know that
you will be greatly missed!

Written by
Natalie Durand-Bush
University of Ottawa

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