Congratulations Optometry Rack Pack!

By Marie Amodeo

The 2018 Optometry Rack Pack team completed the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure, on Sunday September 30, 2018, to support the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. In our sixth year as a team, there were 34 “Rack Pack” members, including Optometry faculty, staff and students  –  as well as family and friends of School - who walked or ran the 1km/5km race at Conestoga College, Doon Campus in Kitchener.  I was honoured to be asked to be the Survivor Speaker at the opening ceremony to talk about my experience with breast cancer; a very emotional experience, but I got through it!

The Optometry Rack Pack raised over $12,200 this year.  That brings our six year total to over $65,834!

The Rack Pack was again honoured with the ‘Post-Secondary Team Challenge Award’ for the institution with the most funds raised to support the cause.

The Run for the Cure was inspiring for all who attended – so be ready to tie up your laces for next year’s event. Way to go, team!

Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure through the Optometry Rack Pack are still being accepted.