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Saskatoon radio station C95 is spending the day raising money for breast cancer research.
The 26th annual C95 Radio Marathon for Breast Cancer Research runs from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Thursday, with hosts Rob Suski and Shauna Foster broadcasting live from Midtown mall. They’ll be speaking with breast cancer survivors to hear their stories, and catching up on some of the cutting-edge research the radiothon will support.
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Since its inaugural year in 2000, the annual radio marathon has raised more than $6.9 million for cancer research. The annual event was started when C95 morning show host Lisa Rendall shared her diagnosis with stage-four breast cancer. Rendall shared her story with a positive attitude and profound sincerity, and gave a platform to others who wished to speak about their own diagnoses. While Rendall passed away in 2011, her legacy lives on through the annual radiothon.
Last year’s marathon brought in a record-setting $516,321 for the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan.
“We know that early detection saves lives, and that more funds for research means progress towards a healthier future for the women we care about – our mothers, daughters, sisters, and aunts,” said Nora Yates, CEO of the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan.
“We are so grateful to C95 and the amazing generosity of donors, who help us continue advancing life-saving research right here at home.”
During this year’s marathon, listeners will hear from Brenna Gallet, who was diagnosed with two synchronized variants of breast cancer at age 31, just weeks after her wedding.
Donations are accepted by phone, in person at Midtown mall, or through the C95 website. (Rawlco Radio)
Gallet said her experience has reinforced the importance of prevention and early detection. She also said her experience has made her grateful to those who have made a difference in the lives of cancer patients through both support and crucial research.
“It’s hugely important from the standpoint of all aspects of care,” Gallet said.
“The research that’s being done right now, and that’s been done in the last few years, has either directly impacted my care or directly impacted the care of people that I’ve met, whether it’s other young women from across Canada or people in the local support group here. We’re all benefiting from the research, and it’s just so, so important.”
Gallet is set to join Foster and Suski at 3:20 p.m., just ahead of the announcement of the final fundraising total at 6 p.m.
Donations are accepted by phone, in person at the mall, or through the C95 website.
C95 is the sister station to 650 CKOM.
