Hats Tribute
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At first glance, an assortment of bike helmets, toques, baseball caps and panama hats likely has no significance. If you take a closer look, however, you will find a collection that is anything but ordinary. These hats represent the faces of brain tumours. Each one belongs to a diagnosed patient who has taken the courageous, often life-changing, journey with the disease. Attached to many of the hats is a photo of the inspirational person who has been affected, along with a story which shares their personal triumphs and challenges.
Five years ago, Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, in collaboration with the affiliated groups in the Canadian Alliance of Brain Tumour Organizations (CABTO), identified a need to honour the community they serve in a unique way. The Hats Tribute was developed as a growing, traveling display that makes many appearances across the country to raise awareness, but is especially highlighted during the Spring Sprint campaign and at Information Day conferences. The display is also featured prominently at events throughout October which is Brain Tumour Awareness Month.
Recently, the Virtual Hats Display has been updated online and is available for viewing on Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada’s website at www.braintumour.ca. The Hats Tribute is always encouraging new additions and those who did not want to send a sentimental hat can now submit to our collection digitally. You can send the story and photograph of the hat to Megan Winkler at mwinkler@braintumour.ca. All hats, whether physically or virtually, will shed light on the prevalence of brain tumours in Canada and the need to advocate for our fight against this devastating disease.
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