Cupids Against Cancer - February 2011 Event

Cupids Against Cancer is an annual event that began nearly ten years ago as a way to honour the life of Katy McDonald. There are many reasons we choose to support the great initiatives of the On the Tip of the Toes Foundation, not the least of which is its special link to Katy.

In the fall of 2002, Katy was diagnosed with high-grade undifferentiated sarcoma, an extremely rare and aggressive form of cancer. In March 2003 Katy became an On the Tip of the Toes adventurer, driving a snowmobile and exploring the open vistas of James Bay.

Here is what Katy had to say about her trip, "I feel as if I can conquer anything. I was able to spend four days in minus 30 and 40 degree weather and travelled nearly 400km on skidoo in the middle of nowhere! Who knows what else I could do?"

Clearly, this was an unforgettable experience for Katy, helping her redefine her limits and replenish her strength. Katy lost her battle with cancer on February 3, 2004 at 17 years of age. Today, her spirit continues to propel us forward. With your continue support, more teens living with cancer will have the chance to become adventurers like Katy -- and will reclaim a bit of themselves in the process.

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