WICC, Ontario Chapter
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Mobilizing For A Cure: Since the inception of WICC in 1996, with the help of the entire insurance industry and its supporters, well over $4,000,000 has been raised nationally in support of cancer research and education.
Website: http://www.wicc.ca
Members: 84
Latest Activity: May 3
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The funds raised by WICC in support of cancer research have been achieved from industry support at a variety of WICC functions, including dinners, learning breakfasts, concerts, golf tournaments, marathons, Relay for Life, as well as the purchase of WICC candles, CDs and other products. In addition, numerous individuals, companies and associations within and related to the insurance industry have held or sponsored events specifically to raise funds for WICC or directed the proceeds of their annual events to WICC.
The involvement of all WICC supporters and volunteers has made it possible for WICC to achieve its Mission: To mobilize the Canadian Insurance Industry in the fight against cancer by focussing on cancer research, support and education.
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WICC Wine & Cheese in Ottawa - A Capital Affair
Started by WICC Ontario Oct 29, 2012. 0 Replies 1 Like
What better way to spend a Thursday evening in November than enjoying fine wine and cheese in Canada’s premier aeronautical museum? On November 22nd, WICC Ottawa is hosting its 3rd annual Wine & Cheese. The event venue, the Aviation Museum, is…Continue
Registration Still Open for WICC Ontario 15th Annual Breakfast for Cancer - Nov. 7, 2012
Started by WICC Ontario Oct 24, 2012. 0 Replies 1 Like
Registration for the 15thAnnual Breakfast for Cancer, being held on November 7th at the Fairmont Royal York, Toronto is still open! The WICC Breakfast Committee, chaired by Elizabeth Kepes and Sandy MacSpadyen, invite you and your colleagues to our…Continue
Insurance Industry and WICC at the Canadian Cancer Society’s 2012 Relay For Life [Pics + Video]
Started by WICC Ontario Sep 15, 2012. 0 Replies 2 Likes
The 2012 version of the Canadian Cancer Society's Relay For Life featured the largest-ever number of insurance industry participants. The Relay is a tribute to the lives of loved ones who have been touched by cancer. Teams of 10 people took part in…Continue
The Sweet Taste of Success - WICC Ottawa 2nd Annual Sugar Bush in the City Breakfast!
Started by WICC Ontario Apr 12, 2012. 0 Replies 2 Likes
The WICC Ottawa Breakfast Committee is thrilled to report that the annual Sugar Bush Breakfast held at the National Arts Centre on March 30th 2012 was a flowing success. The event was another amazing sell-out for WICC and roughly 250 industry folks…Continue
13th Annual Magnes Group Charity Golf Classic - Proudly Supporting WICC
Started by WICC Ontario Sep 1, 2011. 0 Replies 3 Likes
The Magnes Group Inc. held their annual Charity Golf Classic on June 17th at Heron Point Golf Club in Ancaster Ontario. 120 golfers enjoyed a wonderful day on the golf course, raising $60,000 for Ian Anderson House, Camp Trillium, Children’s Aid…Continue
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Comment by WICC Ontario on September 23, 2011 at 2:05pm -
Join WICC at the 14th Annual Breakfast For Cancer - Wednesday November 2nd, 2011, at the Arcadian Court in Toronto! For event details and registration links please see: http://www.instouch.com/events/wicc-ontario-14thst-annual-breakfast...
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Comment by WICC Ontario on September 8, 2011 at 5:40pm
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A 'Night at the Races' Fundraiser ... with Fine Dining and Thoroughbred Horse Racing - was held at Woodbine Racetrack on September 7th -- produced by hosts Fred De Francesco and Bill Blakeney. The trackside fundraiser in support of WICC (Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade) featured an evening that began with cocktails, followed by a multi-course dinner and then casual conversation with attendees and guests during the evening's Thoroughbred races -- including time spent with special invited guest "Rob Ford, Mayor of the City of Toronto".
Fred De Francesco and Bill Blakeney presented WICC Co-Chair Jean Faulkner with a cheque for $20,000 raised through the event.
Additional photos and event coverage to come at www.wicc.ca.[Photo]:
Fred De Francesco and Bill Blakeney presented WICC Co-Chair Jean Faulkner with a cheque for $20,000 raised through the ‘Night at the Races’ at Woodbine Racetrack event.
Photo courtesy of Canadian Underwriter magazine ©
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On behalf of the Rob Ford, Mayor of the City of Toronto, and member s of Council of the City of Toronto, Rob Ford, Mayor presents Fred De Francesco and Bill Blakeney with a plaque of appreciation for their WICC fundraising efforts
Photo courtesy of Canadian Underwriter magazine ©
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Comment by WICC Ontario on July 29, 2011 at 9:01am
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Insurance Bureau of Canada produced this video [this is the final cut of the video, further to earlier posting] to celebrate WICC's successful participation in a series of Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life events in Ontario in 2011. WICC - Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade (www.wicc.ca) - exists to mobilize the Canadian insurance industry in the fight against cancer.
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Comment by WICC Ontario on July 26, 2011 at 1:47pm
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The Canadian Cancer Society's North York Relay For Life was held on June 24, 2011 at Esther Shiner Stadium and the insurance industry was there in force with numerous teams participating under the Team WICC Banner. Here is [video of] the Opening Lap of that particular 12-hour Relay!
With the help of all teams and participants and their supporters as well as event sponsors, WICC Ontario raised over $368,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society, an outstanding achievement!
Relay For Life is now WICC Ontario's largest fundraising activity. It's a fun, family-friendly event which is also a great networking opportunity. More than 787 people from the insurance community across Canada joined a WICC team at a Relay event this year.
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Comment by WICC Ontario on July 22, 2011 at 2:55pm
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Correction to below (previous) - it was Martin Kabat, CEO of the Ontario division of the Canadian Cancer Society that accepted the cheque at the dinner - not Rick Perciante.
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Comment by WICC Ontario on July 22, 2011 at 2:33pm
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WICC Ontario held its 15th annual gala dinner, ICONIC, on April 13, 2011 at The Westin Harbour Castle Hotel in Toronto. In advance of the dinner, hundreds gathered for a cocktail reception + very well supported silent auction [as seen in video clip] – with the dozens of donated items and generous bids helping raise funds in the fight against cancer.
Later in the evening, there was a presentation of the single largest cheque donation from WICC to the Canadian Cancer Society. On hand to accept the cheque for $825,000, Rick Perciante, CEO of the Ontario division of the Canadian Cancer Society reminded guests of the power that WICC has in the fight against cancer and the many advances in research his organization has been able to achieve thanks to WICC and the 15 years of support by the insurance industry across Canada. Since the inception of WICC in 1996, more than $5 million has been raised in Ontario alone.
More on the 15th annual gala dinner here: http://www.wicc.ca/article.asp?id=1000456346
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Comment by WICC Ontario on July 19, 2011 at 10:42am
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The insurance industry's own Rock Band "The Accidental Benefits" performed a motivational and energetic set at The Canadian Cancer Society's North York Relay For Life on June 24, 2011 at Esther Shiner Stadium. The property & casualty insurance industry was at the Relay For Life in force with numerous teams participating under the Team WICC Banner.
The Accidental Benefits is a (Rock) group of insurance professionals who donate their time and talent to help raise funds for Cancer Research. The band members share in the joy of making music and entertaining others with a view to raising funds to help support WICC. Over the years, the group has helped raise funds for this worthwhile cause by recording and selling CD's and performing at various industry and corporate events and fundraisers. WICC is very proud of and thankful for The Accidental Benefits -- who through rocking-it-out have helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for the WICC cause (www.wicc.ca)!
Meet the band! The Accidental Benefits are:
Gary Gardner -- Keyboards
Tom Golfetto -- Bass
Lee Aldridge -- Lead Guitar
Paul Riley -- Drums
Greg McCutcheon -- Rhythm Guitar/ Vocals
Brad Quinn -- Lead Vocal
To inquire on booking The Accidental Benefits for your function or event, please contact Greg McCutcheon: Direct: 905-695-6575 Cell: 416-579-1907
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Comment by WICC Ontario on July 4, 2011 at 3:12pm
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You're invited to a Night at the Races in support of WICC on Wednesday September 7th at Woodbine Racetrack: Your Hosts: Fred De Francesco and Bill Blakeney - Special invited guest: Rob Ford, Mayor of the City of Toronto - more details within Event posting here at instouch: http://bit.ly/racesWICC11
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Comment by WICC Ontario on June 20, 2011 at 12:41pm
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Sponosor an insurance Relay For Life participant/ team and $ are directed to Canadian Cancer Society through WICC! See all the industry teams: http://bit.ly/RelayWICC
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Comment by WICC Ontario on June 7, 2011 at 12:30pm
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Relay For Life has become one of the largest WICC events coast-to-coast! You can sponsor a Relay for Life participant or team online and their sponsorship dollars will be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society through WICC (Search by Event Name; Team Name or Participant Name + click More>> to see full list in each category): http://bit.ly/RelayWICC
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