TORONTO – For over 20 years, Relay For Life supporters have helped the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) bring hope to people affected by cancer in communities across the country.
Relay For Life is more than a fundraiser — it’s a global movement that unites communities to celebrate people with cancer and remember those that have been lost to the disease.
This year’s Relay For Life will unite Canadians on Saturday, June 12 at 8pm.
The livestreamed opening ceremony will be broadcast on Facebook, YouTube and YES TV stations across the country.
The reimagined Relay For Life will include all the signature components of its previous in-person events.
This includes an opening ceremony with inspirational stories, performances from Canadian musicians Tyler Shaw, Alli Walker and Matt Dusk and a luminary celebration.
Canadians are invited to join in spreading messages of hope and proving that life is bigger than cancer.
“It’s been a difficult year, especially for those in our community affected by cancer. That’s why, on June 12, we’re bringing together a national community of people committed to changing the future of cancer,” said Andrea Seale, CEO of the Canadian Cancer Society.
“Even though we’re physically apart again this year, we want to remind Canadians that whether they Relay in a park, or in their living room, we all Relay together.
“Because community is a feeling you get on the inside, as much as it is being connected on the outside.”
CCS notes that signing up for Relay For Life and fundraising is the most impactful way you can improve the quality of life of people affected by all cancers and bring them hope.
Funds raised will help support innovative cancer research, shape health policies and provide a national support system for people affected by cancer.
To participate, registrations are available through relayforlife.ca or donate to the CCS Relay For Life in your community.
