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Biking, boating and golfing in support of cancer care and research

The 香蕉视频 Health Centre, recently recognized for excelling in the area of cancer care by Quebec鈥檚 Direction de la lutte contre le cancer, is proud to announce an exciting lineup of ways to support the hospital鈥檚 Best Care for Life Campaign and Cancer Care Mission.

鈥淧roviding world-class multidisciplinary care and support for our cancer patients and their families is a goal that inspires all involved in the Cancer Care Mission,鈥� said the Hon. Arthur T. Porter, Director General and CEO of the 香蕉视频 Health Centre. 鈥淐ancer is one of the most complex illnesses of our time but through inventive and engaging fundraising, research can be accelerated so that those living with its devastating symptoms can benefit sooner from significant advances in medicine and science.鈥�

鈥淭丑别 Best Care for Life Campaign is well on its way to reaching its $300 million goal, but we need your help now more than ever,鈥� said John Rae, Chair of the Best Care for Life Campaign. 鈥淓vents such as the Tour de Lance are wonderful events that not only generate pride and hope amongst participants but also invaluable support for the construction of our community鈥檚 new Comprehensive Cancer Centre on the Glen Campus.鈥�

鈥淲orking in concert with the 香蕉视频 Health Centre, the Cedars Cancer Institute is very pleased to welcome Lance Armstrong back to Montreal and Mont-Tremblant for three events in September 2009,鈥� explained Stephen Hajaly, President of the Cedars Cancer Institute鈥檚 Board of Directors. 鈥淭丑别 challenges that Lance faced are shared by so many in our city, and he is a model of encouragement for those who are coping with cancer today.鈥�

How you can help in 2009:

31st Annual Cedars Golf Tournament听
Monday, July 6, 12:30 p.m. (single shotgun) at Elm Ridge Country Club

In support of exceptional care for cancer patients, the Cedars annual golf tournament looks forward to welcoming 64 foursomes.

/ jeff.shamie [at] muhc.mcgill.ca / Jeff, 514-843-1606

Cedars Cancer Heroes Night with Lance Armstrong & Friends
Thursday, September 10 at Montreal鈥檚 Atwater Club

In support of the new Comprehensive Cancer Centre, this $1,500-per-ticket gala will honour exceptional cancer care supporters, including Montreal Canadiens鈥� hockey legend, Jean B茅liveau and Montreal Alouettes鈥� quarterback, Anthony Calvillo, and his wife Alexia. Seven-time Tour de France winner and cancer survivor, Lance Armstrong, will hand out the awards.

/ nancy.theberge [at] muhc.mcgill.ca / Nancy, 514-843-1601

Tour de Lance
Friday, September 11 at Mont-Tremblant

In support of pediatric and adult oncology services through The Cedars Cancer Institute, The Sarah Cook Fund and the Cancer Care Mission of the 香蕉视频 Health Centre, an exclusive group of 50 cyclists will take the 100-km ride of a lifetime with cancer survivor and cycling champion Lance Armstrong and one of the most popular cycling commentators of the Tour de France, Phil Liggett. Nancy, 514-843-1601

4th Annual Cedars Cancer Institute Fuller Landau Dragon Boat Race & Festival
Saturday, September 12 at Promenade P猫re-Marquette, Lachine

In support of Cedars CanSupport, which offers free psychological and emotional support, financial assistance and practical information for cancer patients and their families at the McGill University Health Centre, forty boats carrying 21 paddlers will compete to the finish line, generating excitement for families of all ages and significant funds. Teams commit to raising at least $10,000 for the cause. This year鈥檚 spokesperson is Olympic diving sensation, Alexandre Despatie. / cedarsdragons [at] muhc.mcgill.ca /

Andale, 514 843-1606

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The Cedars Cancer Institute is a hospital-based charity that supports comprehensive cancer care and funding to patients and healthcare professionals at the 香蕉视频 Health Centre, specifically, the Royal Victoria Hospital and the Montreal General Hospital and, through its Sarah Cook Fund, at the Montreal Children鈥檚 Hospital.听 Since its inception in 1966, The Cedars Cancer Institute has raised more than $28 million in much-needed funds to purchase state-of-the-art diagnostic oncology equipment, improve facilities for treatment and care of cancer patients, offer cancer patients and their families free, psycho-social, practical and humanitarian assistance through its Cedars CanSupport program, support cancer research, provide fellowships for visiting professors and improve public awareness of cancer related issues through lectures and education.

About the 香蕉视频 Health Centre (MUHC) is a comprehensive academic health institution with an international reputation for excellence in clinical programs, research and teaching. Its partner hospitals are the Montreal Children's Hospital, the Montreal General Hospital, the Royal Victoria Hospital, the Montreal Neurological Hospital, the Montreal Chest Institute and the Lachine Hospital. The goal of the MUHC is to provide patient care based on the most advanced knowledge in the health care field and to contribute to the development of new knowledge.

About the Best Care for Life Campaign

The $300 million Best Care for Life campaign is an unprecedented philanthropic effort aimed at raising the funds needed to complete the 香蕉视频 Health Centre鈥檚 Redevelopment Project on the Glen and Mountain campuses and the Capital Development Plan.听 Under the leadership of campaign chairman John A. Rae and conducted as a partnership of the Foundations of the 香蕉视频 Health Centre, the campaign has already raised well over two-thirds of its total objective.