Upcoming Events
In The Nik of Time Auto Detailing is raising funds for the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. $10 from every detailing package starting at $149.99 will go towards supporting patients and their families who are currently facing cancer. Detail your cars, SUVs, Vans, Trucks, RVs, Fleets, Boats and Motorbikes!
A music social country Jamboree, funds donated are from 50/50 sales. This annual event is hosted once a month, every third Sunday, except for December.
This year, we were chosen as one of the benefiting charities for the Shaw Charity Classic Birdies for Kids matching program. Even though the Shaw Charity Classic has been cancelled for 2020, they will continue to support their chosen charities. Meaning that any donation, large or small, benefiting the Alberta Cancer Foundation’s Patient Financial Assistance Program will be matched up to 50%. This matching program will help leverage our donations even further during this time. Last year, the Patient Financial Assistance Program was accessed more than 4,933 times by over 926 families across Alberta.
Cancer can be a huge strain on the finances. People are often forced to cash in their retirement funds and use up their savings to make ends meet during treatment. The costs can be so overwhelming that some patients will decide against having life-saving therapy and instead choose a lesser treatment as they simply cannot afford the out-of-pocket expenses for items such as medications, medical supplies, transportation, accommodations and child care. Thanks to individuals like you, patients and families are able to receive financial support during their treatment so they can focus on what matters most – healing.
How to make a donation:
Credit Card: https://shawcharityclassic.com/donate/albertacancer
Cheque: Please make cheques payable to “Calgary Shaw Charity Classic Foundation” Memo: Alberta Cancer Foundation and mail to: Suite 1700, Bow Valley Square III, 255 – 5th Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P
If you have any questions about your gift, please reach out to Michelle Body at 403.828.7044 or email michelle.body@albertacancer.ca.
The Scotiabank Calgary Marathon has turned VIRTUAL!
Did you know that the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon raises $600,000 to $1,000,000 for up to 90 charities every year? The Alberta Cancer Foundation is one of those charities! You can help us build a better and stronger community by participating in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge!
All races run right through the heart of your neighbourhood for you to experience the city’s breathtaking views, new finds and western hospitality when you run, walk or wheel in the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, 5k or 50K . The new virtual component ends September 27th.
When you complete your registration consider a gift, large or small, to make an even bigger difference for Albertans facing cancer at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. Every dollar counts and 100% raised will come back to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, even credit card processing fees.
When you register, there are a number of prizes you can win, along with the ability to raise SCENE points when you fundraise for the Alberta Cancer Foundation. If you aren’t interested in the prizing, you can register for FREE as a virtual fundraiser and participant!
Simply click the link https://raceroster.com/events/2020/23445/scotiabank-calgary-marathon-2020?aff=YRHHY&aff=YRHHY to register and choose the Alberta Cancer Foundation to support upon signing up! Join us to make a real difference for patients facing cancer across the province!
The Albertans Helping Albertans Virtual 5K is a virtual, province-wide fundraiser that raises funds for the 17 Alberta Health Services cancer centres.
You can participate by joining a team or as an individual and committing to run or walk 5k! You will also choose which cancer centre you would like raise funds for- from Fort McMurray, to Red Deer to Lethbridge.
The Albertans Helping Albertans Virtual 5K is a fun and safe way to practice social distancing while supporting fellow Albertans facing cancer. Whether you are an avid runner whose previous events with the Foundation have been postponed or cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions, a beginner debuting your running career, or an Albertan wanting to walk to make a positive difference in your community, this event is suitable for all ages. You can participate by running on a treadmill or on your favourite path while practicing social distancing!
This virtual event can take place anytime between May 1 – May 31, 2020.
Learn more, and sign up today at albertacancer.ca/virtual5k/
Give a Breath 5k run/walk virtual race 2020! We invite you to take part in helping raise awareness and donations toward early detection and a cure for Lung Cancer. Register to take part in this year’s virtual race. Each participant will receive a virtual bib and link to join our race via Strava. There will be prizes for top fundraisers and for the top 3 male and female racers!
Down & Dirty 5KM Obstacle Course at Sunridge Ski Hill on August 17, 2019 – benefiting the Alberta Cancer Foundation to be invested in the Cross Cancer Institute.
Note: Specific heat times to be released.
Welcome to the 4th Annual Alberta Cancer Foundation Golf Classic
Golf Commitee Co-Chair – Kham Lin, Tom Crist
Committee Members – Vikram Bakshi, Dallas Crist, Robbie Crist, Larry Knorr, Audra Rawlinson Ford, Paul Walker, Rose Viscount
In 2016, the longstanding Don LaBerge Memorial Golf Classic joined forces with the Golf for the Cure in memory of Janice E. Crist. The tournament was a huge success and raised $50,000 for the Patient Financial Assistance Program to make life better for Albertans facing cancer. Together these tournaments joined forces with the Alberta Cancer Foundation to kick off the 1st Annual Alberta Cancer Foundation Golf Classic in 2017. With the help of our supporters and generous donors, over $830,000 net has been raised for patients facing cancer across the province.
The 4th Annual Alberta Cancer Foundation Golf Classic will be supporting the Patient Financial Assistance Program, a program that gives financial support to patients and families facing cancer, so that they can focus on what matters most – healing.
Together, on August 25, 2020 at the Country Hills Golf Club, we have the power to change lives, one swing at a time! Join us and become a partner or register a team today.
Visit: albertacancer.ca/acfgc for more information.
Welcome to the Third Annual Legacy Walk for Cancer! We will be walking the 27 kilometers from the legendary Fairmont Banff Spring Hotel, to the beautiful Coast Canmore Hotel, on the stunning ‘Legacy Trail’. This walk is a fully supported venture, with pit stops, lunch, water / sports drinks and snacks provided: we have crew and a support team to help us. Limited seats available.
From north to south, east to west, Albertans have one thing in common – a love for their province, their people and their communities. Known for our friendliness, resilience, generosity and good citizenship, Albertans have a lot to be proud of.
The Alberta Cancer Foundation is thrilled to announce the Big Blue Sky Gala – an event that celebrates all things Albertan, while providing support to our friends, family and neighbors facing cancer in our province. This inaugural event taking place in both Calgary and Edmonton will celebrate Alberta’s land, history, and diverse cultures in everything from music, art, sport and cuisine. From its rich landscapes, golden grain fields and clear blue skies, Alberta is a beautiful place and we can’t wait to showcase all it has to offer and all we can accomplish, together.
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November 5, 2020 at the J.W. Marriott in the Ice District in Edmonton
From north to south, east to west, Albertans have one thing in common – a love for their province, their people and their communities. Known for our friendliness, resilience, generosity and good citizenship, Albertans have a lot to be proud of.
The Alberta Cancer Foundation is thrilled to announce the Big Blue Sky Gala – an event that celebrates all things Albertan, while providing support to our friends, family and neighbors facing cancer in our province. This inaugural event taking place in both Calgary and Edmonton will celebrate Alberta’s land, history, and diverse cultures in everything from music, art, sport and cuisine. From its rich landscapes, golden grain fields and clear blue skies, Alberta is a beautiful place and we can’t wait to showcase all it has to offer and all we can accomplish, together.
JOIN US
November 19, 2020 at the Big Four Roadhouse.
