The Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life is one of the biggest cancer events nationwide. On May 28, 2010 Winnipeg will host its NINTH Relay For Life at Canwest Park –home of the Winnipeg Goldeyes!
What makes this event unique?
Relay For Life is an overnight non-competitive relay and involves teams of 10 people who take turns walking, running or strolling around a track. They camp out on the grounds of the track, enjoying entertainment, games, fun and camaraderie.
At Relay For Life, we celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer and fight back to find a cure! Three very special ceremonies occur during the 12 hours: the Survivors’ Victory Lap where cancer survivors proudly walk with pride having battled cancer. The Luminary Ceremony occurs at dusk when we light luminaries, bags that hold candles inside and bear the names of loved ones lost to cancer or acknowledges a survivor. They light the track all night, reminding participants of the true Relay For Life spirit. At sunrise, we hold our Fight Back Ceremony. We thank everyone for dedicating one night of their lives towards the fight against cancer, give people the opportunity to share their reasons for supporting our cause, and leave everyone with a reminder of why we fight back against this disease that has already taken too much from us.
Where does the money go?
The Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life supports ALL types of cancers. The funds raised through Relay For Life help the Canadian Cancer Society fund promising research, provide information and support services for people living with cancer and advocate for public policies that reduce cancer risk and improve the quality of life for those living with the disease.
Last year’s highlights:
The Winnipeg Relay For Life raised $355,394 in 2009.
The event included:
• 146 teams
• 1,138 participants
• 181 survivors
• 3,583 luminaries
• 225 volunteers
Where Can I sign up?
Registration is now open online at www.cancer.ca/relay
E-mail us at winnipegrelayforlife@mb.cancer.ca or phone us at (204) 798- 0884
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