WELCOME to our website!
Who are we?
Our organization is the Canadian Cancer Society York University Chapter (CCSYUC). We are a student-run club at York University affiliated with the Canadian Cancer Society, Canada’s largest national cancer charity that funds research, support services, advocacy programs and more. Our chapter is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for cancer research and support services, as well as to promoting healthy lifestyle choices and cancer prevention.
What is Relay for Life?
You may have heard about Relay for Life YorkU!
Relay for Life is our flagship event that brings together the York University community to raise funds and awareness for cancer. During the event, there is food, games, sports, music, and more!
It is also a time to honour and remember those who have been affect by cancer. After the opening ceremony, the event begins with the Survivor Lap, where cancer survivors guide everyone for a lap around the track. For the rest of the event, participants within each team take turns walking around a track, symbolizing the ongoing impact of cancer. Remember, cancer does not stop, and neither should we!
There is also the Luminary Ceremony, where candles are placed in special bags that have the names of cancer survivors or loved ones who have had cancer.
WOW! That sounds so awesome! When is Relay for Life YorkU????
Relay for Life YorkU is being held on Friday, March 8th, 2024 at the Main Gym of Tait McKenzie Centre.
This years event is going to be held OVERNIGHT between 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM!
Come join us for a FULL night of adventure!
Relay for Life at York University
Friday, March 8th, 2024
7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Main Gym of Tait McKenzie Centre
About Relay for Life
Relay for Life is a community fundraising event for the Canadian Cancer Society. It is a time to come together with friends, family, and coworkers to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and rally together against this disease. At Relay, teams of participants take turns walking or running around a track or path for several hours, symbolizing the ongoing journey against cancer.
Relay for Life is the Canadian Cancer Society's largest fundraising event, and has raised over $500 million in Canada since it began in 1999. The money raised goes towards funding groundbreaking research, providing support services to those affected by cancer, and advocating for public policies that will help prevent cancer and save lives.
Join Us at Relay for Life at York University
The Canadian Cancer Society York University Chapter is proud to host Relay for Life at York University on March 8th, 2024. Our goal is to bring together 250 participants and raise $15,000 to support the Canadian Cancer Society.
To sign up for the event, please visit relayforlife.ca/yorku. Each participant is required to pay a registration fee of $20, which goes directly to the Canadian Cancer Society. The fee includes admission to the event, a raffle ticket for the chance to win a Nintendo Switch, and a BBQ lunch at the event.
At Relay for Life at York University, you can expect a night of fun, entertainment, and inspiration. The event will feature live music, games, and activities, as well as a candlelight ceremony to remember and honour those who have been affected by cancer.
Donate and Support
If you are unable to attend the event but would like to support our cause, please consider making a donation. All donations go directly to the Canadian Cancer Society to fund research, support services, and advocacy efforts.
Be the U in YorkU Relay
March 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM