Over 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: