The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) and CIBC are inviting Canadians to rally together in person at the 31st annual Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure, taking place on Sunday, Oct. 2 in more than 50 communities across the country.
The Sudbury event takes place starting at 9:30 a.m. at Cambrian College.
As the largest nationwide volunteer-led initiative in support of breast cancer, the event raises funds for groundbreaking research, support programs and advocacy efforts to ensure people affected by breast cancer live longer, healthier lives.
“We look forward to welcoming participants back to an in-person run after two years of virtual events,” said Andrea Seale, Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Cancer Society.
“It’s because of funds raised through the CIBC Run for the Cure that we know more than ever before how to prevent, diagnose, and treat breast cancer.
“Thanks to our supporters and partners, important progress is being made. Over the years, we have mobilized communities to support the breast cancer cause, worked with governments to reduce breast cancer risk and invested in life-changing and life-saving research. And we’re not done yet.”
Breast cancer continues to be the most common cancer among Canadian women, with one in eight expected to be diagnosed in their lifetime.
In 2021 alone, $11 million was raised by the 20,000 Canadians who came together virtually to participate in the CIBC Run for the Cure.
