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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 1d

Now cancer-free, Erica continues to inspire through coaching and fundraising with October Saves. Read her story to see how she's helping others find hope and support in their own journeys: cancer.ca/en/about-us/stories/2025/erica-howe-how-a-hockey-hero-became-a-voice-for-breast-cancer-awareness

Erica Howe: A voice for breast cancer awareness

After her breast cancer diagnosis, former professional hockey goalie Erica Howe is using her platform to raise funds for the cancer cause with October Saves.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 1d

She used her platform to raise over $40,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society and organized a powerful awareness game that brought over 9,000 fans together in support. Her story is a testament to the strength of community and the importance of early detection. 💛

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 1d

Her journey through surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and hormone therapy was one of the toughest battles of her life—but she faced it with the same grit she showed on the ice.

Instead of stepping back, Erica stepped up.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 1d

🏒💗 Erica Howe, former pro hockey goalie for the Toronto Sceptres, never imagined she'd be facing breast cancer in her 30s. What started as a lump she hesitated to check turned into a diagnosis of stage 2 invasive ductal carcinoma.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 8d

📣Read more about our Workplace Cancer Research grants here: cancer.ca/en/about-us/...

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 13d

Erica, our Toronto Run Director, and her mom Maria shared their story on CP24!

Both have been longtime participants in #CIBCRunForTheCure, but in 2022 the Run took on a deeply personal meaning for their family.🩷

🎥 Watch here: cp24.com/video/2025/10/03/gearing-up-for-the-cibc-run-for-the-cure

Gearing up for the CIBC Run for the Cure

Run Director Erica Igreja and her mother Maria, a cancer survivor and run ambassador, discuss the run taking place this weekend.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 15d

Visit the link below to learn more today.
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Symptoms of breast cancer

A lump in the breast is the most common first symptom of breast cancer. Learn about the symptoms of breast cancer.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 15d

Breast cancer may not cause any signs or symptoms in its early stages. Signs and symptoms often appear when the tumour grows large enough to be felt as a lump in the breast or when the cancer spreads to surrounding tissues and organs.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 15d

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 15d

Help us reach our goal for the chance to WIN the ultimate relaxing getaway!✈️

Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 17d

Help us reach our goal for the chance to WIN an extravagant trip!✈️

For the next 6 days, every $25 you fundraise or donate to the #CIBCRunForTheCure will earn you 1 entry to WIN a roundtrip flight for 2 guests from WestJet, AND a 3-night stay at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge.

Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 17d

We hope to see you at the Run on Sunday, October 5! 🩷
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CIBC Run for the Cure

Join me and help change the future of breast cancer!

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 17d

Fundraise to change the future of breast cancer and you could WIN the ultimate relaxing getaway.

Because of funds raised through the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure and decades of progress, breast cancer survival rates continue to rise. But there’s still more to be done.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 17d

Help us reach our goal for the chance to WIN an extravagant trip!✈️

For the next 6 days, every $25 you fundraise or donate to the #CIBCRunForTheCure will earn you 1 entry to WIN a roundtrip flight for 2 guests from WestJet, AND a 3-night stay at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge.

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Canadian Cancer Society Research @ccsresearch.bsky.social · 20d

NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN: Do you know someone making a big impact in #cancer #research in Canada? Help us celebrate their work by nominating them for the 2025 @cancersociety.bsky.social Awards for Excellence in Cancer Research!

Deadline to nominate: December 10, 2025 at 5 pm EST

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 21d

Today is your LAST CHANCE to WIN a FightCamp at-home boxing system when you fundraise or donate to the Run!

Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 24d

Give your fundraising a workout to WIN!

Sign up and fundraise for the #CIBCRunForTheCure and you could WIN a FightCamp at-home boxing system. Every $25 you fundraise or donate to the Run until September 26 will earn you 1 entry to WIN.

Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 21d

🎗️ A tremendous amount of progress has been made, but prostate cancer is still the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the third leading cause of cancer death among men in Canada. Find out more about what you can do to help: cancer.ca/en/ways-to-give/donate-prostate

Donate monthly to help change the future of prostate cancer

Become a monthly donor today and help transform the future of cancer.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 21d

🔬 Their team will identify how the protein complex functions in cancer cells and design ways to block it. This project could lead to innovative drugs that target this protein complex, stopping prostate cancer in its tracks and saving more lives.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 21d

Dr Ferbeyre and his team are targeting a newly discovered protein complex which helps cancer cells produce energy and protect themselves from damage, making them resistant to treatment and allowing them to adapt and grow.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 21d

“Your support helps ensure researchers like me can carry on our work – and turn ideas into new treatments.” 💛
This #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth, we’re highlighting Dr Gerado Ferbeyre’s inventive research into treatments.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 22d

Together, we’re tackling big cancer challenges with bold, innovative thinking – and, together, we’re moving closer to a future with better cancer prevention, detection and care for everyone.

Thank you for helping to make this work possible.

Read the full report here: cancer.ca/research-impact

The Canadian Cancer Society’s 2024/25 Research Impact Report

Find out how your support in 2024/25 made it possible for the Canadian Cancer Society to invest in life-saving – and life-changing – cancer research

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 22d

From changing the way we deal with cancer to saving lives through #ClinicalTrials, this year’s report highlights how Canadian Cancer Society funded research is making a real difference for people affected by cancer.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 22d

We’re thrilled to announce that our 2024–25 Research Impact Report is live!

Today, on #WorldCancerResearchDay, this report celebrates the incredible progress cancer researchers and patient partners are making across Canada.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 24d

Change the future of breast cancer and you could WIN with FightCamp to get access to world-class boxing and kickboxing training right from your home.

Join us at the Run on Sunday, October 5! 💛
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CIBC Run for the Cure

Join me and help change the future of breast cancer!

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 24d

Give your fundraising a workout to WIN!

Sign up and fundraise for the #CIBCRunForTheCure and you could WIN a FightCamp at-home boxing system. Every $25 you fundraise or donate to the Run until September 26 will earn you 1 entry to WIN.

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Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · 27d

Today is your LAST CHANCE to WIN flowers for a year with Bloomex when you fundraise or donate to the Run!

Canadian Cancer Society @cancersociety.bsky.social · Sep 15

Grow your fundraising to WIN flowers for an entire year!

Sign up and fundraise for the #CIBCRunfortheCure to WIN flowers for a year with Bloomex. For every $25 you fundraise or donate to the Run until September 19, you will receive 1 entry to WIN 1 of 3 prizes of Bloomex flowers for a year!

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