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Brain Tumour Walk May 17, 2021

The Brampton Brain Tumour Walk – David Bloom’s Legacy

Written by David’s father, Lawrie It all began the summer of 1999. David had been chosen to be part of […]

News Courage Volunteers Community Adult Pediatric March 4, 2021

Five Stories to Celebrate on International Women’s Day

On this International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate the amazing women in the brain tumour community who have inspired, […]

Fundraising November 25, 2020

‘From Nowhere to You’ – UK Songwriter Rich Ragany releases charity single in honour of brother, George

From nowhere to you. London, UK-based singer/songwriter, Rich Ragany (Rich Ragany and the Digressions), is paying tribute to his brother […]

Volunteers November 16, 2020

2020 Health Care Professional Award – Dr. Arjun Sahgal of Toronto, ON

Dr. Arjun Sahgal has been involved with Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada for more than 10 years. He is a […]

Volunteers November 16, 2020

2020 Volunteer of Distinction – Dee Ferlisi and Sandra Lisi of Brampton, ON

When friends like Sandra Lisi and Dee Ferlisi come together for a great cause, their love and positivity always produce […]

Volunteers November 16, 2020

2020 Volunteer of Distinction – Myriam Boucher-Pinard

Since joining the Montreal Brain Tumour Walk Committee in 2018, Myriam Boucher-Pinard has become a leader in her own right, managing more […]

Volunteers November 16, 2020

2020 Volunteer of Distinction – Éloïse Carré – Montreal, QC

Le bénévolat fait partie de la vie d’Éloïse Carré. Infirmière et étudiante, elle apporte de la joie et du répit aux enfants et aux familles du Québec touchés par une tumeur cérébrale grâce à son implication dans le programme pédiatrique GOcervo depuis près de deux ans.

Volunteers November 16, 2020

2020 Volunteer of Distinction – Dayna Magnuson of Whitehorse

Dayna Magnuson opened up new territory, literally, for Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada’s Brain Tumour Walk program. Even as she […]

Research October 21, 2020

From Grant Recipient to Game Changer – Branavan’s Story

Sometimes all it takes is a little nudge and a lot of curiosity to change the world. For Branavan Manoranjan, […]

Brain Tumour Walk Community Fundraising October 5, 2020

2020 Cup of Hope Winner – Kyleigh’s Story

In the Sault Ste. Marie home of Kyleigh Provenzano, the coveted Cup of Hope sits high on a shelf, safely […]

Courage Brain Tumour Walk June 15, 2020

My Story – By Kaitlyn Lawes

Hi everyone! My name is Kaitlyn Lawes. Some of you may “know” me from my curling career. For those who […]

Brain Tumour Walk News Adult Courage May 19, 2020

Something to talk about – Christine’s story

Chef Christine Tizzard is well known for her culinary innovation and vibrant recipes. In addition to her many television appearances, […]

News Education Research February 24, 2020

Taite Boomer’s legacy – the Brain Tumour Research Studentship

Taite Boomer was an ‘all-around Canadian kid’ who kept his friends close and exuded hope even throughout the most difficult […]

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The Brampton Brain Tumour Walk – David Bloom’s Legacy

Five Stories to Celebrate on International Women’s Day

‘From Nowhere to You’ – UK Songwriter Rich Ragany releases charity single in honour of brother, George

2020 Health Care Professional Award – Dr. Arjun Sahgal of Toronto, ON

2020 Volunteer of Distinction – Dee Ferlisi and Sandra Lisi of Brampton, ON

2020 Volunteer of Distinction – Myriam Boucher-Pinard

2020 Volunteer of Distinction – Éloïse Carré – Montreal, QC

2020 Volunteer of Distinction – Dayna Magnuson of Whitehorse

From Grant Recipient to Game Changer – Branavan’s Story

2020 Cup of Hope Winner – Kyleigh’s Story

My Story – By Kaitlyn Lawes

Something to talk about – Christine’s story

Taite Boomer’s legacy – the Brain Tumour Research Studentship

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