Lorna also had the honour of presenting Shan’s story, her story and Team Shan messaging to over 250 nursing students on the Swami Rama Himalayan University campus.
The opportunity for international sharing was very special.
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AIMMS Breast Cancer in Young Women Nursing Symposium
Lorna had the opportunity to share BCYW awareness, early detection and diagnostic delays prevention at the international event held in Rishikesh, India.
Under the shadow of the Himalayas, Lorna’s presentation was well received and appreciated by 250 participants from India.
Young Women’s Breast Cancer and Health Conference (YWBCH)
Lorna had the privilege of sharing Team Shan health promotion activities across Canada at the second annual YWBCH Conference held in Delhi, India on Nov 15-16th.
Participants from around the world shared efforts to make a difference for young women diagnosed with the disease.
Campus Site Visits 2025
Team Shan had the opportunity to be on campus at Brock University the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and at Western the end of October.
The visits connected with about 200 young women on campus.
QUAD Niagara Breast Cancer Ride
The annual Breast Cancer ride took place under sunny skies on Oct 4th in Wainfleet, ON.
The fundraiser helped kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month and great fun was had by all in attendance.
The fundraiser brought in over $10,000 to support Team Shan awareness activities in the Niagara Region.
Special thanks to Tracy Lynn and all the event participants and supporters.
Second Annual Pickleball Tournament
About 120 pickleballers and fans participated in the second annual Pickleball Tournament held Sept 28-29th in Huntsville, ON.
The tournament raised over $7,000 to support Team Shan awareness and education activities in Muskoka.
Special thanks to sponsors, participants and supporters of the event.
International Conference in New Delhi, India
Save the date for the second annual Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation Conference in New Delhi, India November 14-15th.
Lorna has been invited to present at this global Young Women’s Breast Cancer and Health event.
IHPCC Limerick, Ireland
Lorna will be presenting on Team Shan campaigns on college and university campuses in Canada at the International Health Promoting Campuses Conference in Limerick, June 16-19th.
Lorna will also participate in the review of the Okanagan Health Promoting College and University Campuses Charter.
Fore for Shan 2025
A full slate of golfers participated in the 2025 Fore for Shan tournament at the Haileybury Golf Club on May 31, 2025.
Special thanks to the co-ordinators, sponsors, supporters and community for the ongoing success of the tournament in Shan’s memory.
View photos here.
National PHE Conference
Team Shan will be participating in the National PHE Conference in Niagara Falls May 1-3, 2025.
Updated high school breast and testicular awareness lesson plans will be shared with attendees.
The plans support Grade 11 PHE curriculum in Ontario.
“Breast Cancer... not just a disease of older women”
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