Proceeds for the Breast Cancer Society in Kingston

The Direction of the Kingston International Youth Hockey Festival is proud to contribute financially to the Breast Cancer Action Kingston organization. Some proceeds from the entrance fee will be returned for a good community cause...

Breast Cancer Action Kingston (BCAK) strives to meet the needs of women diagnosed with breast cancer. A local survivor led charitable organization it has been in Kingston 15 years serving women living within 150 km. 

At the core of BCAK’s services is personal support. Group support meetings are held
bi-monthy by facilitators trained in peer support. One on one support is also available.  The Lymphedema support group is designed for information and support dealing with this condition. A general healing retreat is held in August of each year.

One of the most popular programs is Chestmates, a survivor dragon boat team. This program provides great physical exercise and develops continued support. Exercise and yoga classes are also available and all programs are offered free of charge. 

BCAK office houses an extensive library of books, CD’s and  DVD’s which are available for loan. Further education if offered through an annual Education Night in April, a speaker at the AGM in October, TODAY our quarterly newsletter and ongoing gatherings.

The office at 1379 Princess Street Suite 105 is open Tuesday through to Friday from 11:45-3:45.  We may be reached at 613-531-7912.  Also visit our website at www.bcakingston.org and learn much more about this local organization serving the needs of all women in the area with a diagnosis of breast cancer at any time in their lives. Membership in BCAK is available at $25.00 per year. 

We can surf their web site to learn more about their annual programs and events and we encourage all local residents and participants in our hockey/sports festival to participate for a good cause. Thanks!

The Direction of the Kingston International Youth Hockey Festival