Another charity fundraiser walking event is planned for this coming weekend in Sudbury.
The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada has reinstated its annual event in Sudbury for the 21st annual Brain Tumour Walk, the first live local event since before the pandemic.
"We are calling all our heroes to reunite and join us at Bell Park Amphitheatre," said a news release from the organizers.
Saturday's event begins when registration opens at 8:30 a.m. A group photo of survivors will be done at 9:45 a.m. and the walk itself takes place at 10 a.m. said the release.
The walk is less than five kilometres and organizers said they're pleased to report that Alicia Chenier will be the Sudbury Walk ambassador.
Chenier was first involved with the Brain Tumour Foundation in 2019 and is on the planning committee for Saturday's event.
"In 2020, she was our walk ambassador for the Brain Tumour Virtual Walk and was awarded the 2021 the Volunteer of Distinction Award. She was also recognized with the Sudbury Good Neighbours award in 2022 from MPP Jamie West. Determined to inspire others, Alicia will be sharing her story at the 2023 Sudbury Brain Tumour Walk," said the organizers.
The Sudbury Brain Tumour Walk will be one of several such events held across Canada this weekend and in coming weeks. Organizers are inviting friends and supporters to celebrate, support and remember everyone affected by a brain tumour including the survivors, caregivers, health care professionals, and researchers who are leading the way in finding the cause of and cure for brain tumours.
The walk will take place rain or shine, so participants are encouraged to address accordingly.
The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is the only national charity offering information and support to patients affected by any kind of brain tumour – be it cancerous, non-malignant or metastases. The organization funds ground-breaking research across North America and, since 1982, has dedicated over $9.4 million to finding a cure and improving treatment for brain tumour survivors.
