Run for Cure Raises $19 million for Breast Cancer Research, Canada
More than 170,000 Canadians, many of them survivors, ran, walked, cheered or volunteered today as part of the largest single-day, fundraising event for breast cancer in Canada. The Run - in its 13th year - raised $19.2 million to boost breast cancer research and programs.
"This annual event is one of the most inspiring fundraising activities in the country," says Leslie Denier, National Board Chair, Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. "Our dedicated volunteers and community-minded national and local sponsors have worked incredibly hard to make this an opportunity where all Canadians can easily participate and show support for family members, friends and loved ones touched by breast cancer."
Funds raised through the event will have an important impact on breast cancer research and programs across Canada. Nationally, the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) partners with the Canadian Breast Cancer Research Alliance (CBCRA), the primary granting agency for breast cancer research in the country. This support has funded innovative research including:
-- The advancement of digital mammography, which produces clearer pictures helping doctors to make faster and more accurate breast cancer diagnoses.
-- A study indicating that the use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provides significantly more accurate early detection than mammography, ultrasound or clinical breast examination in some women.
-- The discovery of a genetic "switch" that has an ability to turn cancer on and off. This discovery may provide a new approach to effective treatment and prevention.
Volunteer Driven
The Run, which began in 1992, is unique among large fundraising events as it is organized entirely by almost 10,000 volunteers, many of whom have been touched by breast cancer, either personally, through a family member or someone they know.
"The Run is an awesome, inspiring experience that keeps me focused on the positive. If I had been diagnosed 10 years ago, my treatment experience would have been much more devastating to my day-to-day life and would likely have been less successful," says Pam Royl, a breast cancer survivor who is also a Foundation volunteer. "Today, thanks to the research money raised by the Run, I am 2 years cancer-free and full of life."
Corporate Canada Steps Up
Corporate sponsors, including national sponsors CIBC, Air Canada, Ford Motor Company of Canada, NYGÅRD, Running Room Canada, Ganong Bros., New Balance Canada, Chatelaine and CANPAR Transport have stepped up in support of the event, providing funds and services in-kind that have been instrumental to the Run's success.
"Our employees are passionate about creating a future without breast cancer," explains Jill Denham, Vice Chair, Retail Markets, CIBC, and executive spokesperson for the Run. "This is CIBC's eighth year sponsoring this event and we are proud to join once again with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and the other sponsors to help, however we can, to find a cure."
About the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
As the leading volunteer-based organization dedicated to creating a future without breast cancer, the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation works collaboratively to fund, support and advocate for: relevant and innovative breast cancer research; meaningful education and awareness programs; early diagnosis and effective treatment; and a positive quality of life for those living with breast cancer.
Founded in 1986, CBCF has chapters in BC/Yukon, Alberta/NWT, Ontario, Manitoba and the Atlantic provinces, in addition to several community-based branch offices. The Foundation also partners with important organizations such as the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation and Breast Cancer Action Saskatchewan to support initiatives like the Run in those provinces. For more information, visit http://www.cbcf.org.
In 2005, the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CBIC Run for the Cure takes place on Sunday, October 2.
Make a Donation
For more information:
Rebecca Jones
Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
416-596-6773 ext. 260
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