On Friday, June 21, 2013, the Canadian Cancer Society, celebrating its 75th anniversary, hosted the ‘Under the Big Top’ themed Relay for Life at Loyalist College. Loyalist is very proud to be a community partner to the Society, and proud site sponsor for the past 12 years. During the festivities, A Capella Quinte was on hand to sing the National Anthem, while Loyalist College President Maureen Piercy, MPP Todd Smith, MP Daryl Kramp and 8 Wing Commander Colonel Sean Friday addressed the crowd. Fundraising activities were held throughout the evening, and the Survivor’s Victory Lap and Community Spirit Theme Lap were highlights of the event.
A Capella Quinte sang O Canada prior to the opening ceremonies. Retired Professor Bob Young led the choir.
(L-R) Prince Edward-Hastings MP Daryl Kramp, Loyalist College President Maureen Piercy, 8 Wing Trenton Wing Commander Colonel Sean Friday, Quinte West Mayor John Williams, Prince Edward-Hastings MPP Todd Smith, and Belleville Mayor Neil Ellis addressed the crowd and participated in the Community Spirit Theme Lap.
Relay for Life cancer survivors walked the “Survivor’s Victory Lap” following the opening ceremonies.
