Your Stories

Patients and Families Supporting Patients and Families...

Spring Sprint is run by and for patients and families in 20 cities across Canada. Each participant has their own story about why they participate and how they envision a different future. Here we are sharing some of these stories. Each story is unique and special and shows the impact of a brain tumour. Thank you to everyone who is sharing their story in support of the effort to raise funds to find the cause of and cure for brain tumours while improving the quality of life for those affected.  Learn how you can share your story here.

2013 Spring Sprint Stories - Transforming the Future

Ben's Story: Survivor Laces Up to Honour All Canadians with a Brain Tumour             

For survivor Ben Seewald, it’s been over 15 years since he heard the startling words, “you have a brain tumour.” And since that day, it’s been a priority for him to not let that diagnosis direct his outlook on life. This spring, Ben is lacing up his running shoes and taking off cross-country to honour all Canadians facing the battle with a brain tumour. Having re-learned how to walk and talk, Ben has maintained his love of running and will take part in 10 of the 20 Spring Sprints happening between April and June. For him, it’s the ultimate expression of his personal belief that having a brain tumour “doesn’t mean you have to lose the things you enjoy.”

By signing up for the ten events, Ben is also taking part in the most Spring Sprints he’s ever joined, which is no small feat. “Attending events has always helped me honour those who have or will struggle with a brain tumour diagnosis. The hope you feel in each city is incomparable.” Read Ben's story...

 Jennifer's Story: "I am alive and I am going to live"

For Jennifer Hazel, the past two years have been life changing. It all started with a day much like any other, back in May 2011, when she received a startling diagnosis: Jennifer had a large, skull-base brain tumour. Now, Jennifer has decided to share her incredible journey as part of the May 4 Kitchener-Waterloo Spring Sprint in support of Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada.

Share Your Story - Transforming the Future

You can share your story: Your journey with a brain tumour and support for Spring Sprint could be featured here, just let us know if you want to share your story. We'll do an interview and write your story to be shared online with the brain tumour community and the general public to help raise awareness. Send an email to mwinkler@braintumour.ca or call us at 1-800-265-5106 ext 230 today.
 

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Share Your Story

Your story can help others on the journey with a brain tumour to feel connected. There are opportunities for you to share your story with the public to raise awareness about Spring Sprint (this includes speaking with staff and volunteers and may include interviews for your local newspaper, television and/or radio stations). If you are camera shy and only want to share your story online, we are pleased to offer that option as well. You can write your story here.

To learn more about the ways that you can share your story, please contact:

Megan Winkler
Marketing and Communications Specialist
mwinkler@braintumour.ca
1-800-265-5106 or 519-642-7755 ext 230

The Hats Tribute

Contributing to the Hats Tribute is another way to share your story.
Send us a hat that pays tribute to someone diagnosed with a brain tumour. Share your story and share your experiences with others.

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