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VOLUNTEER PROFILE: Lori Wilson
Calgary Survivor Focuses on Advocating Patient Health
 Some experiences change people’s lives dramatically into unexpected directions. For Lori Wilson and her husband, Stephen, of Calgary, AB, their life-altering moment came when Lori was diagnosed with two brain tumours in June 2001. Since that time, they have learned more about the disease, and have become determined patient advocates – volunteering their time to support other patients, and help raise overall brain tumour awareness. CLICK HERE to read more about this incredible woman and her family.
LEGACY OF HOPE: Bill Nash
 William Donald (Bill) Nash greatly valued the importance of his family and heritage. Bill grew up on the family dairy farm in Ingersoll, ON that had been worked before him by his mother and father. In 1992 Bill’s life was turned upside down by the diagnosis of his brain tumour. Over the next 16 years until his death in 2007, Bill did not let his brain tumour prevent him from tending to his daily chores for the animals and the farm that he loved. CLICK HERE to read Bill Nash's story and what he has done to create hope for brain tumour patients with his gift to research.
2009 CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009
8th Annual Charity Golf Classic
Planning is well under way for the 2009 Charity Golf Classic – a fundraising golf tournament held at the Oaks Golf Club by Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada and the Epilepsy Support Centre. Last year, over 160 people helped raise $74,000 through a day of golf, dinner, and live and silent auctions.
This year registration can be done ONLINE! CLICK HERE to sign-up your foursome for another great day of golf and fun that brings hope to so many.
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is a national not-for-profit whose mission is to reach every Canadian affected by a brain tumour with support, education and information, and to fund brain tumour research. Epilepsy Support Centre is a London-based organization that enhances the quality of life for people affected by seizure disorders through counseling and support services.
The two organizations have been co-hosting the Charity Golf Classic for eight years. The tournament’s fundraising efforts are greatly assisted by the generosity of its sponsors and volunteers! If you or your company is interested in becoming a sponsor for the event, we have packages available by contacting Sharon Whiteside at 519-642-7755, ext. 229 or by e-mail at swhiteside@braintumour.ca. We are looking forward to seeing you at this year's event!
COMMUNITY AWARENESS AND EVENTS
Help Raise Awareness in Your Community
Visit http://www.braintumour.ca and find out what local events are happening in your area under the "What's Happening" section (main page, left side).
Educating the public about the help and resources available to patients and their families as well as highlighting the prevalence of brain tumours across Canada is an on-going focus of Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada. With the support and dedication of countless volunteers, every year Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada participates in a variety of special events and health fairs across the country. There are many ways you can help increase the number of people reached, no matter where you live.
From hosting a special event in your workplace (perhaps a casual day or a ‘funny hat’ day) to setting up an information and education display in a local mall or library, there are numerous ways to raise awareness. In fact, Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada has staff that can assist you in holding the best awareness event possible including providing banners, displays and web support.
To learn more about how you can help raise awareness in your community, contact Megan Winkler, Community Relations Coordinator at 1-800-265-5106 ext. 230 or mwinkler@braintumour.ca.
Upcoming Community Events
Please visit our website to discover new events and what is happening in communities across the country to help in the fight with brain tumours. If you are interested in organizing your own community event, please contact Eileen Quigg, Community Events Officer at 1-800-265-5106 ext. 224 or equigg@braintumour.ca, and do not forget to ask for your free "Community Events Guide".
• June 6: Banff Jasper Relay, organized by Blair Shunk, Banff Jasper, AB (visit http://www.bjr.ca)
• June 13: Dance/Auction/Casino Night to benefit the Moncton Support Group, organized by Joline LeBlanc, Monton, NB
• June 16: Walk-a-Thon in Memory of Jason Marshall, organized by Christina McIntosh, Toronto, ON
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