Bigger than cancer

Dear Editor:

When Wellington County residents signed up to participate in Relay For Life in our community this year, they showed their support for friends, family, neighbours and colleagues who have been affected by cancer.

That’s why we wanted to remind you that during COVID-19, you can still help us prove that community is bigger than cancer. While we may not be able to come together in-person to celebrate right now, there is so much we can do virtually to support people living with cancer.

On June 13 from 7-9 p.m. we invite you to join Relay At Home, our re-imagined virtual event that you can enjoy from the comfort of home. With interactive activities and time to celebrate survivors and remember those we’ve lost, Relay At Home will show no one in our communities has to face cancer alone.

Cancer isn’t taking a break during this global health pandemic, and neither are we. Funds raised through Relay At Home will go towards the Canadian Cancer Society’s vital services that support the one million Canadians currently living with cancer.

With the help of Waterloo Region residents, we can make a difference in the lives of Canadians with cancer during COVID-19 and year-round. We may not be able to meet in-person, but  we all still have a reason to Relay.

Join us and register at relayforlife.ca.

Karen Griffiths,
Senior manager, Canadian Cancer Society Waterloo-Wellington