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Cancer Run: CIBC Matches Donations Up To $500K
9 Sep
Summary
- CIBC will match donations up to $500,000 for the Cancer Society run.
- The Run for the Cure has raised over $540 million since 1992.
- Alberta expects 32,000 new breast cancer cases and 5,460 deaths by 2026.
CIBC is offering a significant incentive for the Canadian Cancer Society's Run for the Cure, pledging to match donations up to $500,000. This initiative aims to bolster support for breast cancer patients and research.
Since its inception in 1992, the Run for the Cure has successfully raised over $540 million. These funds are crucial for advancing breast cancer research, supporting clinical trials, and providing essential resources like free wigs and prostheses for patients nationwide.
Breast cancer continues to be a significant health concern, with projections indicating approximately 32,000 new cases in Alberta by 2026, tragically leading to an estimated 5,460 lives lost. The 35th annual Run for the Cure is scheduled for October 4th at Mill Woods Town Centre.
This year marks a milestone for cancer survivor Kim Hutton, who will be participating cancer-free for the fifth time with her team, Mammaries Forever. She encourages everyone to join, emphasizing that all forms of participation, whether running, walking, or rolling, are welcomed and valued.
