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🚨 We did it, Alberta! 🚨 In true Alberta spirit, you didn’t just help us reach our ambitious goal of $250 million for the OWN.CANCER campaign—you went BIG and SURPASSED it, raising an incredible $298 million! 🎉 Thanks to the unwavering support of over 17,000 community champions, including a transformative $30 million gift from the Owerko family, we’ve proven that when Alberta comes together, nothing is impossible. What started as a bold vision—the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre—has become a transformative movement, putting our province on the map for world-class cancer care, innovation, and treatment. This is more than a milestone; it’s a monumental step toward a future where cancer stops here. 💛 Thank you for standing with us, for believing in the power of community, and for helping us OWN cancer once and for all. #OWNCancer #CancerCare #BeaconOfHope #CancerCharity #ArthurChild Alberta Cancer Foundation Alberta Health Services University of Calgary

🎉 Have you heard? 🎉 Thanks to your support, the OWN.CANCER campaign has blown past its goal! Together, we didn’t just reach our target of $250 million; we soared beyond to an incredible $298 million raised. The Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre will now stand as a powerful symbol of hope, bringing cutting-edge cancer care and research to Albertans. Every dollar takes us closer to a future where cancer stops here, and it’s all because of YOU. While the OWN.CANCER campaign is wrapping up, we invite you to stay connected with the exciting work you’re supporting, at albertacancer.ca and charbonneau.ucalgary.ca. #OWNCancer #CancerCare #BeaconOfHope #ArthurChild Alberta Cancer Foundation University of Calgary Alberta Health Services Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute

BREAKING NEWS! We’re thrilled to share that the Owerko family has made a monumental $30 million gift, bringing the total for the OWN.CANCER campaign to an astounding $298 million! 🎉 This donation will transform cancer care for generations to come in three critical areas: Immunotherapy – Establishing the Stan & Marge Owerko Biomanufacturing Facility for Immunotherapy at the Riddell Centre, enabling faster, cost-effective development of clinical treatments for both children and adults. Radiation Therapy – Supporting the acquisition of two state-of-the-art MR Linac technology machines that will provide advanced radiation therapy at the Arthur Child – letting doctors target tumours in real time and monitor their response to radiation with unprecedented precision  Clinical Trials – Creating the Owerko Family Centre for Clinical Trials at the Arthur Child and expanding pediatric cancer clinical trials at the Alberta Children’s Hospital.   The Owerko family’s generosity, combined with the support of over 17,000 Albertans, has made the OWN.CANCER campaign one of the largest philanthropic efforts in Alberta’s history. Thank you to this incredible community of champions for positioning the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre as a global leader in cancer care and research.   “Together, we have proven we can achieve the remarkable.” says John S. Osler, cancer survivor and OWN.CANCER co-chair.   Learn more about this historic milestone: https://lnkd.in/gMnfJXsM #OWNCancer #CancerCare #MajorGift #BeaconOfHope #ArthurChild #InnovationInCare Alberta Health Services Alberta Cancer Foundation University of Calgary Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation

Thank you to the Canadian Cancer Society for helping us OWN cancer with their incredible support of the ground-breaking immunotherapy research led by Dr. Doug Mahoney and his team at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre. Together, we’re transforming the future of cancer care in Alberta and beyond. #OWNCancer #Immunotherapy #CancerResearch #InnovationInCare #ArthurChild

Together, we #OWNCANCER! Thank you, Alaris Equity Partners for helping the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre reach its full potential.

BIG NEWS! We are proud to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre (Arthur Child) before it opens its doors to patients later this month. This state-of-the-art facility is the culmination of years of dedicated community support, showcasing the remarkable impact of collaboration. Through the generosity of Albertans and the collective efforts of our partners—Alberta Health Services, Alberta Cancer Foundation, and the University of Calgary—the Arthur Child is set to transform cancer care in our province. With a focus on prevention, early detection, and innovative, patient-centered treatments, this facility will serve as a beacon of hope for Albertans facing cancer and their families. Together, we are committed to advancing cancer care and improving outcomes for patients. Let’s continue to #OWNCANCER! #OWNCANCER #ArthurChild #CancerCare #CommunityImpact

We are thrilled to announce that Heather Culbert, co-chair of the OWN.CANCER campaign, has been named Calgarian of the Year at the 2024 Calgary Awards! Heather's dedication to cancer care and research in Alberta has been truly inspirational. Her leadership was instrumental in realizing the $1.4-billion Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre, a project she championed tirelessly over the years - and will soon be open to the public this Fall! In addition to this, her pivotal leadership in philanthropic initiatives has played a significant role in shaping Calgary into the vibrant and aspirational community it is today. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition as Calgarian of the Year, Heather. We are incredibly proud to have you leading the charge as we work to own cancer. #CalgarianOfTheYear #OWNCANCER #YYCAwards #Congratulations City of Calgary Alberta Health Services Alberta Cancer Foundation University of Calgary

Today, in honour of the transformative $50 million donation from the Arthur J.E. Child Foundation last summer, the official lettering is being added to the façade of the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre, making it visible to everyone who passes by.    While the building will not be open to the public until Fall 2024, we couldn't wait to share this exciting milestone with you!   One step closer to OWNing cancer once and for all. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to our grand opening!    #OWNCANCER #ArthurChild #morethanabuilding University of Calgary Alberta Health Services Alberta Cancer Foundation

Did you know yesterday was #InternationalClinicalTrialsDay? Clinical trials pave the way for groundbreaking cancer treatments, but they need donor support. Mid Southern Alberta Toyota Dealers are matching donations up to $250K until May 26! Donate now and double your impact: owncancer.ca/match #OWNCANCER #ArthurChild #CTD2024 #Morethanabuilding

We're proud to partner with the Mid Southern Alberta dealers to bring the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre to life! Thanks to their commitment to their community and the future of cancer care in Calgary, they are matching all donations up to $250,000 in support of the OWN.CANCER campaign. Make sure to take advantage of this offer before it ends on May 26! Together, we will #OWNCANCER. Donate today: owncancer.ca/match Heninger Toyota Canyon Creek Toyota Country Hills Toyota Charlesglen Toyota Red Deer Toyota Stampede Toyota South Pointe Toyota High River Toyota Cochrane Toyota University of Calgary Alberta Cancer Foundation Alberta Health Services