With nearly half of Canadians expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, the fight against this disease has never been more urgent. For me, this isn't just a statistic; it's a deeply personal battle. Cancer has touched every corner of my family, reshaping our lives in ways we never imagined.

My mother, bravely facing Stage 4 breast cancer, exemplifies resilience in the face of adversity. My father has also been diagnosed with bladder cancer. And my younger sister Julie was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 37.

Unfortunately, our family did not win the genetic lottery. My father, my brother Eric, my sister Julie, and myself all carry the BRCA2 genetic mutation which dramatically increases our risk for breast, ovarian, prostate, and pancreatic cancers. It's a chilling reminder that cancer doesn't discriminate.

On June 7th, 2024, St. John Catholic High School will Relay for the 24th consecutive year - longer than any other school in all of Ontario! We are aiming to hit a significant milestone this year: raising a total of over one MILLION dollars since 2001! As the Principal of SJCHS, I could not be more proud.

Every step I take in Relay for Life is a step towards a future where cancer doesn't hold such power over families like mine. But I can't do it alone. That's why I'm asking for your support in reaching my fundraising goal. Whether it's $25, $50, or $100, every dollar brings us closer to vital research breakthroughs and essential support services for those battling this disease.

Join me in this fight. Together, we can rewrite the future of cancer. Thank you for your generosity and your belief in a world without cancer.