[Hopespringpcsg] Movember

[Vic Neglia]

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 
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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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