With nearly half of Canadians expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, I’m more determined than ever to help change the future of this disease. This cause is one that is especially close to my heart. In 2022 I lost someone very close to me, my Grandfather, to cancer. There are also others within my family who are have gained their angel wings. My grandmother is a 2x breat cancer survivor, and I will once again wear a peice of pink on event day to honour her. 

Many of you who attended Relay for Life last year will remember meeting Autumn. In June, the world lost a light when this Warrior Princess gained her angel wings. Shortly after, I had the privledge of attending the Tyler Robinson Foundation gala for the second time, where Barrie's very own Ava Patrick shared her inspiring story of hope and resilience. I dedicate my walk this year to Addy, Ava, and Autumn.

Please help me reach my fundraising goal for Relay For Life.  It doesn’t matter how small the step, it makes a difference. Not only for those living with cancer now, but for those remembering and honouring those we’ve lost.  A donation of $25, $50 or $100 could help make sure a team of researchers has the resources they need to make a life-saving discovery, ensure a patient has access to support services like lodging/transportation and mental health support when they need it most, or provide a pediatric patient with a week to just be a kid at a CSS summer camp.

Think about the impact we can make together in creating a future where no Canadian fears cancer!