Join in

Dear editor:
Picture thousands of people–friends, families, co-workers, and cancer survivors–united together for one night for one common cause.
Every three minutes, another Canadian is faced with fighting cancer. That’s why hundreds of people from Rainy River District will be spending 12 hours together on June 21 at the Canadian Cancer Society’s “Relay For Life” at Fort Frances.
“Relay For Life” is an inspirational 12-hour overnight fundraising event that brings our community together to fight cancer and celebrate life.
Teams of 10-15 people will gather with cancer survivors at Fort Frances High School and take turns walking laps all night. Each team keeps at least one member on the track at all times while all around them the party is in full swing.
Teams stay overnight in the decorated tent city—united together to enjoy music, food, activities, and entertainment.
Every “Relay” begins with the Survivors’ Victory Lap, where cancer survivors celebrate success in their battle with cancer and give hope to those still facing the disease.
At dusk, a Luminary Ceremony takes place to honour cancer survivors and remember loved ones who have lost their fight with cancer.
Then as the sun rises, participants join together to make a personal commitment to fight back against cancer in their own lives all year long.
The Canadian Cancer Society is marking its 75th anniversary in 2013. It is an occasion to celebrate our successes over 75 years while recognizing the work that still needs to be done in our fight for life.
Help us do more by joining “Relay For Life.” To join, call me at 276-4594 or visit relayforlife.ca to register a team, raise funds as a participant, or donate.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Anderson
Co-chair, F.F.
‘Relay For Life’