Christine Teal | Feb 03, 2016


As the committee is gearing up for a wonderful event on June 18, we ask you a simple question - how has cancer affected you?

Many of us will have a number of ways it has affected us: our dad, sister, uncle, aunt, grandparent, child, a close friend, or maybe you have heard that dreaded word yourself. Whatever your reason, Relay is here to help. I don’t know about you but I can’t sit around and do nothing, that is why I Relay - Ok, so one of the reasons.

Did you know that the CCS (Canadian Cancer Society) spends only 4% on administration costs, 30% on fundraising costs, which includes money spent with local businesses (ie porta potties for events, signage etc.) and 66% on our mission work – i.e. research and local services.

What about this fact - when the CCS began research back in 1938, only 25% of people diagnosed with cancer survived. Today 63% survive; that’s the power of research!!!

I didn’t realize this but it totally makes sense. It costs $56/per participant to run an event like Relay for Life! That is crazy! So when someone from the committee or one of the registered teams asks you for sponsorship, or to buy a track sign, luminary or to donate an item for the Silent Auction, think about that reason. That will put everything into perspective and you too will know that you have made a difference in finding that cure for cancer.

Thinking about registering a team to participate in the event? Awesome!!! Registration is open; if you have any questions or need assistance, email me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call at 613-375-6525.

Do you have what it takes to be the Ultimate Relay team???? This year the Ultimate Relay Team will be the team that has all team members registered and their $15 fee paid; all team members have raised a minimum of $150 each; all team monies have been turned in at bank night; the team captain or designate attended the team captains’ meeting. Then you have what it takes to be the “Ultimate Relay For Life Team 2016”. So what are you waiting for? Let’s Make Cancer History!

Mark February 27 on your calendar for our Kick Off – we will be joining the Lions Club as they host another one of their wonderful breakfasts!!! See you there!

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