Season 3 Charities

Canadian Cancer Society

Violetta Afanasieva & Cale Hulse
A national community-based organization, the Canadian Cancer Society focuses on research, advocacy, prevention, information and support so that no one needs to face this disease alone.
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The Montreal Neurological Institute

Tanith Belbin
The Montreal Neurological Institute is a unique academic medical centre dedicated to neuroscience. Their physicians use a wide array of advanced technology to help patients with diseases and disorders of the nervous system and conduct advanced research.
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Epilepsy Huron-Perth-Bruce

Boyd Devereaux
Epilepsy Huron-Perth-Bruce is a health organization dedicated to promoting independence and optimal quality of life for children and adults living with seizure disorders. They raise awareness of epilepsy, conduct research and offer information, support services, advocacy and education.
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Children's Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan

Elena Berezhnaya & Curtis Leschyshyn
The Children's Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan is dedicated to raising funds to build the first children's hospital in Saskatchewan. The organization also provides funding for equipment and technology, research and patient care.
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Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation ‘CIBC Run for the Cure’ – Sudbury Run Site

Tessa Bonhomme
The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation's CIBC Run for the Cure is Canada’s largest single day, volunteer-led fundraising event. Dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research, education and awareness programs, this national volunteer-based organization is dedicated to creating a future without breast cancer. They fund some of the most-relevant breast cancer research programs in the country.
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Ronald McDonald House Southern Alberta

David Pelletier
Ronald McDonald House Southern Alberta is committed to supporting Canadian families with seriously ill children by providing a home away from home for the families with children in nearby hospitals, and offering a full range of supportive programs.
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Do It For Daron (DIFD) with the Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health

Marie-France Dubreuil & Bryan Berard
D.I.F.D. is a youth-driven program focused on raising awareness and inspiring conversations about youth mental health at The Royal. Created by friends and family of Daron Richardson who lost her life to suicide at the young age of 14, D.I.F.D. is inspired by hope for a future where young people will reach out for help without fear or shame. D.I.F.D. supports programs and initiatives aimed at transforming youth mental health.
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Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

Marcy Hinzmann-Harris
The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation is the leading national volunteer-based organization in Canada dedicated to creating a future without breast cancer. They fund some of the most-relevant breast cancer research programs in the country.
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YMCA Strong Kids Campaign – Central Okanagan

Todd Simpson
The Strong Kids Campaign is a YCMA national fundraising program that impacts children and families in over 250 communities across Canada. The Y is a charity dedicated to the healthy development of children, youth and families in body, mind and spirit. Each Y offers unique programs to serve the needs of their community; funds raised annually through the YMCA Strong Kids help struggling families have the opportunity to share in recreational experiences, after school care programs and summer camp adventures at the Y.
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Autism Speaks

Anabelle Langlois & Brad May
Autism Speaks is Canada's largest autism research and advocacy organization, funding research in the causes, preventions, treatments and cure for the disease. Autism Speaks also raises awareness of the full spectrum disorders and advocates on behalf of individuals living with autism and their families.
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Tourette’s Syndrome Neurodevelopmental Clinic at the Toronto Western Hospital

Kim Navarro & Russ Courtnall
The Tourette's Syndrome Neurodevelopmental Clinic at Toronto Western Hospital provides ongoing care for patients and acts as a specialized referral centre. Tourette Syndrome affects three per cent of the general population and is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders.
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