[Hopespringpcsg] Movember
Vic Neglia
vic at uwaterloo.ca
Sat Oct 28 11:39:44 EDT 2023
Movember: Uniting the Kitchener-Waterloo Area in the Fight Against
Prostate Cancer and Men's Mental Health Issues
/Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario – October 26, 2023/ – The
Kitchener-Waterloo community is gearing up for another impactful
Movember, a month dedicated to raising awareness about men's health
issues, including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and
suicide prevention. Throughout November, the Kitchener-Waterloo area
will come together to support this global movement, encouraging men to
grow mustaches and engage in conversations about their health.
Raising Awareness, One Moustache at a Time
Movember, an international campaign, has gained significant traction in
Kitchener-Waterloo over the years. The campaign aims to spark important
conversations about men's health while raising funds for crucial
research and support programs. This year, individuals, businesses, and
organizations across Kitchener-Waterloo are joining forces to contribute
to this noble cause.
Community Engagement and Support
Local businesses, sports teams, schools, and community organizations in
Kitchener-Waterloo are actively participating in Movember initiatives.
Fundraising events and awareness campaigns are planned throughout
November. These events provide platforms for open discussions about
men's health, emphasizing the significance of early detection, mental
health support and the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
Get Involved - Attend a Movember Event!
You can visit several Movember Events starting on November 3rd where
Movember KW will be set up in the *Community Corner at the Kitchener
Rangers Game
<https://www.facebook.com/groups/752704521981174/posts/1383297988921821>*
November 4, 2023 *A MAGICAL EVENING FOR MOVEMBER
<https://apollocinema.ca/movies/sin-city-illusions-a-magical-evening-for-movember/>
*is happening at Apollo Cinema. This *Comedy Magic show runs from 6-8pm
and will be fun for all ages!* Tickets are $25 with $10 from each ticket
going to Movember. Get tickets at
https://apollocinema.ca/movies/sin-city-illusions-a-magical-evening-for-movember/
November 11, 2023 Catch the Men's Health Fundraiser
<https://www.facebook.com/jeff.morrison.3726/posts/pfbid0j7crcMER2A5fz7YzgFZZXytYnvDJgLsPgL75noHB4eTgrbCoiWr1ynnnhfeFNs3Vl> at
Edelweiss Tavern. Doors open at 7pm
November 25, 2023 Marks the return of the MOVEMBER KIDS
<https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2023/10/movember-kids-kw-returns-november-25.html> event
and this time it will be hosted at The Court at Laurelwood from
10am-Noon. There will lots of photo opps, kids activities and Movember
themed fun! More info can be found at
https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2023/10/movember-kids-kw-returns-november-25.html
Plus Wellington Brewery will be raising funds again this year with a
special brew! More news on that coming soon!
Do you know another great Movember event happening in the area? Email
the details to fostermcdonald at rogers.com or DM + Tag @MovemberKW
<https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/8167388404548204939/694013402646590780#>
About Movember
Movember is the leading charity dedicated to changing the face of men's
health around the world. Through the power of the moustache, funds
raised during the month of November are used to support innovative
research and life-changing programs, focusing on prostate cancer,
testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.
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