Net proceeds from The Weekend to End Breast Cancer will benefit Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH), a leader in the fight against cancer and the largest institution in Canada exclusively devoted to cancer treatment, research, and education. Funds raised will be primarily directed to ground-breaking research in breast cancer, moving us a step closer to discovering a cure. At Princess Margaret Hospital, we focus on translational research - research findings that are quickly transformed into improved treatment options and enhanced patient care.

PMH is one of the top 5 comprehensive cancer research hospitals in the world. New discoveries and innovative cancer therapies that are changing cancer care for patients globally are happening right here in Canada, at Princess Margaret. Did you know that PMH:

• Is the world leader in cancer stem cell research
• Is an emerging leader in breast cancer research and discovery
• Is a world leader in image-guided therapeutics
• Is a world leader in lung cancer research and treatment
• Is a world leader in patient survivorship program development

PMH has achieved a stellar reputation as a global leader in the fight against cancer. Clinical and research staff includes international superstars and many other leading experts in: surgical oncology, radiation medicine, chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, hematology, psychosocial oncology, palliative care, medical imaging, pathology and specialized oncology nursing.

PMH Highlights at a Glance 2006/2007:

PMH treats over 200 types of cancer through surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, psychosocial and palliative care.

Princess Margaret Hospital, along with Toronto General Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital, comprise University Health Network (UHN). UHN is among the world’s leading providers of exemplary patient care and innovating research and teaching. Visit us at: www.pmhf.ca and www.uhn.ca

The Campbell Family Institute for Breast Cancer Research
Since 2003, a total of $18 million from funds raised by the WEBC have been allocated to The Campbell Family Institute for Breast Cancer Research at Princess Margaret Hospital. The Campbell Institute http://www.campbellinstitute.ca/ is bringing together Canada's top breast cancer researchers under the leadership of Dr. Tak Mak. This team, in association with a network of international partners, will:

• Direct research into areas targeting genes to fight the disease
• Develop new treatments
• Conduct clinical trials

The M. Lau Breast Centre
Opened in 1998, the hospital's M. Lau Breast Centre is the largest and most comprehensive breast centre in Canada. One in ten women diagnosed with breast cancer come to Princess Margaret Hospital for treatment. The Centre and its breast program offers medical, surgical, and radiation oncology, as well as psychosocial support and palliative care in one location. The Centre also houses a resource library, two digital mammography units (one funded by part of the proceeds from WEBC 2003), surgical oncology operating facilities and postoperative recovery room, chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Accepting over 17,200 patient visits each year, the M. Lau Breast Centre offers an integrated approach to breast cancer, diagnosis, treatment, and support.

To find out more information about how your contributions are making a difference, see Your Dollars at Work.

The Weekend to End Breast Cancer is produced by CauseForce Inc.®, an organization that successfully produces large-scale events that enable non-profit groups to raise significant sums of money to fund research and services for important causes. The events CauseForce has produced have raised millions of dollars benefiting breast cancer research by creating and implementing experiential events that make a difference in the lives of participants as well as delivering awareness and dollars to the cause. The seasoned team gives CauseForce a rich core of experience that translates into events that are safe and meaningful, while reaching new heights in effective fundraising.

For more information, please call (416) 815-WALK(9255) or email us at torontocoaches@endcancer.ca.