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Plaid for Dad

Thank you to the thousands of Canadians from coast-to-coast-to-coast for going plaid on June 16th to help protect men from prostate cancer. Because of your support, we can invest more funds in critical research and programs to help even more men and their families!

Community Events

Every year, people are supporting Prostate Cancer Canada by organizing fundraising events. These community events (also called third party events) include golf tournaments, sporting events, galas, BBQs, bike-athons, and more.

Every dollar counts! 
For more information about community events, please contact our Events team at 416-441-2131, toll free at 1-888-255-0333, or email at events@prostatecancr.ca.

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11th Annual Cruisin' for a Cure

This one-day car show is intended to increase awareness of prostate cancer. Over the first ten years of the show, Cruisin' for a Cure Canada provided nearly 2,700 free PSA tests. More than 350 men tested had high scores and were advised to seek further diagnosis. All rods, customs, muscle & classic cars, trucks, motorcycles and snowmobiles are welcome as display vehicles!

Date:                September 10, 2017

Gates Open:     7:30 AM

Blood Clinic:    9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ONLY

Show Hours:    10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Location:          The Powerade Centre,
                         7575 Kennedy Rd. S
                         Brampton, ON  L6W 4T2

Learn more
 

8th Annual B&O Yorkville Run


The B&O Yorkville Run is a premier, boutique, 5KM race that unites local runners and businesses to raise funds for local charities. The run provides a luxurious experience to its 1,000 participants -- from its high-end race kit, to its customized finishers medals and après-run hors d'oeuvres served by white-gloved waiters, courtesy of Yorkville restaurants.
Register today and select Prostate Cancer Canada as your charity of choice!

Date: September 10, 2017
 

The Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon


The Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon has chosen Prostate Cancer Canada as a charity of choice for their Scotiabank Charity Challenge. Register today and join the 26,000 participants on October 22 as they challenge themselves in doing a Marathon, Half Marathon, or 5KM.

Discount Charity Code
Marathon or Half Marathon ($80): 17PCC42K
5K ($40): 17PCC5K
5K with Stroller ($50): 17PCC5ST

If you've already registered, visit our charity page to begin fundraising now! For questions or more information please contact Marla Macleod, marla.macleod@prostatecancer.ca.
 
 
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