Winnipeg Free Press

Winnipeg Free Press (Newspaper) - August 19, 2006, Winnipeg, Manitoba Winnipeg free press saturday August 19, 2006 Winnipeg ten years running for a cure an organizer of annual cancer event asks what More can i do t his year Over 800 women in Manitoba will be diagnosed with breast cancer and sadly 200 women fighting the disease will Suc Cumb. But the killer disease does not just affect women. Lisa Todd was just 10 years old when her father fought and survived breast cancer. And although she does Bremem Ber much about his Battle she does recall How it changed her fam Ilys Way of life. I Don to think i understood it she said remembering the daily bus trips to the Hospi Tal she made with her Mother. It just want today the Cibic employee is work ing to educate the Public about breast cancer and to make life easier for women and men who Are in the fight for their lives. Although most women Are aware of prevention and detection Steps to be taken she said Many people Are still surprised to learn that men can also develop the disease. Along with fellow employee Sherri Lynne Beekenkamp Todd sits on the organizing committee of the Cibic run for the cure an emotional one and five Kilometre walk event that last year boasted Over 7,500 participants and raised Over $800,000 for the Canadian breast cancer foundation. In addition to planning All logistical aspects of the october 1st event the committed pair also coordinates Cibos team of Over 350 fundraising walkers. Every year it moves you More and More and More to want to do More and More and More said Todd who has participated in the event for the past 10 years the past three of those As a committee member. She said that the Day of the event is an overwhelming and emotional experience. Many participants walk in memory of lost loved ones or in honour of friends and family members still battling the disease but Many breast can cer survivors and even those still in treatment also take part identified in special Pink to shirts. Bandanas on race Day you see people walking around who Are still in chemo wearing their bandanas. Its powerful. It makes you want to do More what else can i do How else can i do it although she and Beekenkamp Origi Nally became involved with the run for the cure through their place of employment ? Cibic is the title Spon Sor of the National event ? it has become much More than a work commitment. Todd estimates that last year they each donated nearly 400 hours of their personal time to making the event a Success a commitment they expect will be even greater by the time everything is Complete this year. Beekenkamp who met her husband while volunteering for the event adds that each year its a fun Challenge to get More and More people involved raising even More Money. Its a great message to share with our employees and get everybody on Side with it said Beekenkamp of the reason for their perseverance and dedication. Todd adds that in addition to their co workers who have rallied around their cause their families have also recognized their passion and come on Board As helpers and participants. If you become passionate every body works to support you As Well she said. I have a brother in Law who does Road marshalling my mom works a table and i have a Niece who sold necklaces last run for the cure volunteers Are still needed to assist with set up take Down registration and course marshalling. Those interested Are encouraged to Register online at or by phoning 231-4885. Even those participating in the walk can Volunteer help ing with set up and registration. If you know a special Volunteer who strives to make our Community a better place to live please Contact Erin mad Den at . Her column appears saturdays. Volunteers the following is a list of Volunteer opportunities advertised in the Winnipeg area. For More information about these listings please Contact the person organization directly you May Call Volunteer Manitoba at 477-5180, ext. 225, email , or visit . Rupert a land caregiver services provides support for people who Are care giving for an older family member and require Volun Teers for their time out for caregivers program in which a Volunteer provides companionship to an older person so that their family caregiver May have some free time. These services Are required in All areas of Winnipeg. Time requirements would be once per week for 3 hours. Call 452-9491. Winnipeg chapter of the Crohn a and colitis foundation of Canada is looking for volunteers. The Winnipeg chapter launched the get Gutsy Campaign to build its base of volunteers in the Community. Through the get Gutsy Campaign volunteers will go through a personalized streaming process to ensure they Are placed in a position that suits and interests them. Once on Board they will receive ongoing training and support. The a Csc is looking for volunteers who can commit a regular number of hours each month As Well As volunteers who just have time to support one or two Community events. For information on the get Gutsy Campaign visit or Call 1-866-856-8551. National touch football tournament of champions ? volunteers needed to help with weekend tournament oct. 7,8 & 9. Field convenors canteen attendants registration persons Field setup people Etc. Call Cliff at 291-0092. English language Centre at the University of Manitoba needs volunteers who Are will ing to meet and visit with International Stu dents one hour a week. By simply socializing you can increase a students listening and speaking skills and therefore increase their Opportunity to succeed. You will also learn about another culture while enabling International students to know your own. Call Nancy at 480-1478. Daniel Mcintyre collegiate in the West end needs a Volunteer instructor head coach to work closely with the West end business Community and their football team. Duties would include promoting the school and the team throughout the Community Liaise with parents in assisting hosting team events Etc. Call Darrell at 253-3612. Wolseley family place inc. In the West end needs Volunteer Drivers to pick up and deliver clothing food from area residents and businesses and deliver same. They also need volunteers to sort donated items such As clothing household items and or toys. Call Carol or Marilyn at 788-8052. Sherpa mothers mentoring program is a United Way funded program with women a health clinic providing training to women who Are interested in supporting other mothers in their communities through the Joys and struggles of mothering. Training starts in sept. Call Sharon at 947-2422 ext. 513 for More details. Victoria general Hospital gift shop is looking for volunteers to work Friday evenings from 5 30 to 9 00 . A commit ment of once per week for a minimum of 6 months is required. For information Call Suzie at 477-3346. Manitoba association of women a shelters needs a Volunteer to update their existing web site and make monthly upgrades to it. Call Ian at 897-3907. Sarasvati productions a charitable non profit theatre company is looking for an assistant apprentice stage person to help with setup cleanup of rehearsal space pre pare rehearsal schedule help actors with their lines Etc. They also need Ushers for their Fem est festival which occurs on oct. 20 to 29. Call Sandy at 586-2236 ;