MEDIA ADVISORY: Movember: Uniting the Kitchener-Waterloo Area in the Fight Against Prostate Cancer and Men's Mental Health Issues

 

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Movember: Uniting the Kitchener-Waterloo Area in the Fight Against Prostate Cancer and Men's Mental Health Issues

Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario – October 26, 2023 – The Kitchener-Waterloo community is gearing up for another impactful Movember, a month dedicated to raising awareness about men's health issues, including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Throughout November, the Kitchener-Waterloo area will come together to support this global movement, encouraging men to grow mustaches and engage in conversations about their health.

Raising Awareness, One Moustache at a Time

Movember, an international campaign, has gained significant traction in Kitchener-Waterloo over the years. The campaign aims to spark important conversations about men's health while raising funds for crucial research and support programs. This year, individuals, businesses, and organizations across Kitchener-Waterloo are joining forces to contribute to this noble cause.

Community Engagement and Support

Local businesses, sports teams, schools, and community organizations in Kitchener-Waterloo are actively participating in Movember initiatives. Fundraising events and awareness campaigns are planned throughout November. These events provide platforms for open discussions about men's health, emphasizing the significance of early detection, mental health support and the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

Get Involved - Attend a Movember Event!

You can visit several Movember Events starting on November 3rd where Movember KW will be set up in the Community Corner at the Kitchener Rangers Game

November 4, 2023 A MAGICAL EVENING FOR MOVEMBER is happening at Apollo Cinema. This Comedy Magic show runs from 6-8pm and will be fun for all ages! Tickets are $25 with $10 from each ticket going to Movember.  Get tickets at https://apollocinema.ca/movies/sin-city-illusions-a-magical-evening-for-movember/

November 11, 2023 Catch the Men's Health Fundraiser at Edelweiss Tavern.  Doors open at 7pm

November 25, 2023 Marks the return of the MOVEMBER KIDS event and this time it will be hosted at The Court at Laurelwood from 10am-Noon. There will lots of photo opps, kids activities and Movember themed fun! More info can be found  at https://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.com/2023/10/movember-kids-kw-returns-november-25.html

Plus Wellington Brewery will be raising funds again this year with a special brew! More news on that coming soon!

Do you know another great Movember event happening in the area? Email the details to fostermcdonald@rogers.com or DM + Tag @MovemberKW

About Movember

Movember is the leading charity dedicated to changing the face of men's health around the world. Through the power of the moustache, funds raised during the month of November are used to support innovative research and life-changing programs, focusing on prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Lisa McDonald, Co-chair of Movember KW

fostermcdonald@rogers.com

519-721-4836