Welcome Winter

I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that our bank total is tipping the scale at

$415,000

Great Job!

Teams represent 68% of participants and raise over 70% of the annual total.

The official website has been updated with the winners list and photos. Sometime in early 2007 there will be information out about picking up incentive prizes.

Receipts should be mailed out to your donors in February.

I'm not checking the teams email address very often so please contact me at
beth.ashton@@gmail.com (remove the extra @ before sending).

Talk to you in the spring.
Beth

$380,265.00

What an amazing total. And what an amazing day. The weather, the crowd, the enthusiasm - it couldn't have been better. This event just keeps getting better and better and it is because of all of your hard work and dedication towards creating a future without breast cancer.

I would like to credit the Scouts, the police ERT Team, STU hockey team who also provided us with huge helping hands!

Again thank you does not seem to be enough to really express my gratitude for what you have given to the cause!

Thank you and take care!!!
Beth and the rest of the Run Committee.

Talk to you again in June 2007.

Some last last minutes items:

10am - 1pm Final donation drop off inside Old Government House
1:15 pm Opening Ceremonies
1:55 Warm Up
2:00 Start of Run - this is the gun shot.
3:15 Awards Ceremony and final total.

If you are planning to be first across the finish line please line up on the road before the warm up. If you want to really Run the Run :)

There will be Security posted at all the doors of Old Government House, we are getting to be too large of a crowd to be allowed inside the house. There will be extra extra porta potties this year. Everyone is welcome to come back during regular OGH tour hours to view the inside.

There are no change facilities (other then a porta potty) so plan accordingly.

There is no locked storage so plan accordingly.

Please arrange a meeting place - at the gate, beside a tree, at the front steps, outside the hedge, in the parking lot. Not the flagpole because there are two sets of them :)

Water and a snack are provided by our generous sponsors.

Thanks again for all your hard work and determination, it has been my pleasure talking to\emailing all the team captains for 2006.

Have a great time on Run Day, you deserve it.
Beth

Wrapping things up:

FORMS-
There are two forms, registration form and donation form.
Team members who sign up online and pay online, do NOT have any forms to give you.
Team members who are paying the registration fee $35 with cash, need to take a registration form to the bank with them (even if they have registered online).
Team members who are getting "free" registration via collecting donations, have a donation form.

Donation forms should be taken along with the donation money to any CIBC branch. Any teller can help you.
They will bank stamp your form and give it back to you.
Give the form to your team captain.

BANK
Any branch of the CIBC can help you, any teller, unless a sign is posted otherwise.
Don't wait until the last day.

CAPTAINS
Collect as many forms as you can before you come to get your shirts.
Send people with money to the bank, or take it to the bank for them.
Bring your forms to Riverview Ford at the times specified. We trade forms for t-shirts.


However there will always be people who don't bring their forms. That's OK, bring what you have to t-shirt pick up. Bring the rest on Run day. We are located inside Old Government House the morning of the Run. We don't encourage waiting until the last minute though :)

SHIRT PICK UP TIMES
Riverview Ford, corner of hanwell and prospect
Thursday Sept 28 5pm - 8pm
Friday Sept 29 10am - 6pm
Saturday Sept 30 10am - 3pm

SURVIVORS

Pink Survivor shirts are available at the Survivor tent on Run day. We encourage survivors to visit the tent as there is information, snacks, shirts and special prizes for survivors. They do not have to wear their shirt on Run day. They do not have to bring proof that they are a survivor.



Sincere thank you for all your support and time and efforts. Without Captains to cajole, coax, and corral people, the Run simply would not be as successful as it is. What we do today will bring about a better future for everyone.

Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure 2006
Team Co-Chairs

Beth Ashton, Heather Perry, Julie Coldwell

The Run is two weeks away!

What do I do now? Don't panic.

Keep on top of your team members. Are they making deposits? Are they keeping track of their donation forms? Have they paid their registration fee (if applicable)?

As a general timeline:
You should have your last fundraiser before September 24
You should have your money deposited before September 26
You should have all your team forms collected by September 27
You should bring your team forms and come get your shirts on Sept 28 at Riverview Ford.
You should pass out your shirts at work Sept 29
You should meet up with your team at 12:30ish, 1:00 on October 1st and enjoy the nice weather we always have !!


Team kit pickup is
Thursday Sept 28 from 5-8
Friday Sept 29 from 10-6
Saturday Sept 30 from 10-3

Riverview Ford, corner of Prospect and Hanwell

TEAM CRUNCH!

A few points to hopefully help everyone:

September 15 is the printed team shirt deadline. The Run gives teams the opportunity to have their team name printed across the back shoulders of the run tshirt. You can still be a team without the printed name, so don't fret if you don't make the printed shirt deadline. You will still get shirts.

If you don't have enough team members, go to the Individual registration and then print your "mini" team name on the back with a fabric marker or otherwise decorate yourselves as a team. This also works for teams who didn't make the printed shirt deadline.

Submitting for a printed shirt is a promise or agreement that you will meet the "qualifications" by September 30, you do not have to have deposited any money so far or even raised any money. However you are agreeing to do so. The "qualifications" include raising $150 in donations OR paying $35 fee.

That is why we ask that team captains verify that all their team members are on their way towards their fundraising goals.

Money can be deposited at any time at any CIBC branch. Money must be all deposited before you come to Riverview Ford to get your t-shirts. Money can be deposited by either the team captain or the team member (whoever has the form and the money).

Run Day Time Line

Final Registration and donation drop off
10 am to 1 pm inside Old Government House

Opening ceremonies 1:15 pm

Warm Up 1:55 pm

Run Start 2:00 pm

Awards and Grand Total ~ 3:15 pm

Arrange a meeting or parking place, there are 3500 people who attend, it's hard to find someone without a meeting place.

T-shirt pick up dates:

Team shirt pick up dates are as follows, location is Riverview Ford, corner of Prospect and Hanwell.
September 28 5-8 pm
September 29 10 - 6 pm
September 30 10 - 3 pm
October 1 is Run Day

If you didn't manage 10 team members then take your stamped forms to the individual t-shirt pickup (one person can pick up several shirts) at the Running Room in Kings Place Mall
September 29 1-9pm
September 30 10-3pm
October 1 is Run day.


If you are a Friends and Family team and you have 8 or 9 members drop us a line at teams_fredericton@@cbcfrun.org and we see about making some exceptions. Since this is the first year of the new team minimums in that category.

ATTENTION TEAM CAPTAINS:

Before September 15 please send the following information to the Teams co-chairs -

1.Your team name
2.Your team category
3.Total team members
4.Total number of Medium shirts required
5.Total number of Xtra Large shirts required
6.Total number of Xtra Xtra Large shirts required


More details about the above 6 items -

Team names are printed on the back of the official Run T-shirt in CAPITAL letters.

Team categories include: Corporate, School, Women and Community (Friends and Family)

You must have at least 10 team members. EACH team member must have EITHER paid a $35 registration fee or raised at least $150 in donations to qualify as a member of your team. Youth are only required to raise $50 or pay the registration fee.

There are only M, XL and XXL shirts. No large. No small. No children sizes :(
The t-shirts are pre shrunk cotton and run like regular women's clothes. I wear a medium
t-shirt and I sign up for a medium Run t-shirt. Since it is early Fall you may want to go with an a larger size up so you can wear another shirt underneath.

If you didn't round up 10 team members, don't fret. Take your proofs of registrations, and donation forms to the Individual Registration days at the Running Room in Kings Place Mall. They will give you a Participant Kit for each person who qualifies. You can then decorate them with your "team" name at home :)

Send your information via email at teams_fredericton@@cbcfrun.org - remove the extra @ sign before sending. Or leave us a message at 454-CURE , 454- 2873

Fredericton's Planning committee would like to remind all participants of the CBCF- CIBC Run for the Cure that while we are invited to enjoy the beautiful grounds of Old Government House, during our event Old Government House will not be open to the public.

This most beautiful, historic home is the private residence of the Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick and her Honor. It is also part museum.

We have been very fortunate over the years to have Old Government House as host site of our event and during the past 10 years the event has grown from a few hundred participants to a few thousand. As we get bigger, the committee has to continuously plan for larger crowds ensuring the safety for everyone and at the same time ensuring the grounds are well respected.

In anticipation of thousands attending our event, there will be Security personnel at each entrance of Old Government House. Indoor facilities will be restricted to committee members and bathroom facilities will be available only to those requiring assistance. We will have ample signage directing participants that there will be port a potties on the grounds all day.

Although the House will be closed during our event, we invite you to inquire about participating in the guided tour that is held during the week and on weekends. It is a beautiful home, filled with rare gems and beautiful art pieces on display , a home we highly encourage you to view at your convenience.

Also please note that there are no locked storage areas or change areas (outside of the port a potties) . We will not be responsible for items that are left unattended.

Please pass this along to members of your team and plan accordingly.

The Committee greatly appreciates your dedication and commitment to the CBCF-CIBC Run for the Cure event. We are all looking forward to the day when we can stop running and say that we have found a cure !

We thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.
If you have any questions, please contact one of the Run Directors, Judy Douglas or Rachel Brown at 454-CURE

HOT TIP

Many teams are asking for items to sell. The committee does not have any items however have you tried eBay?

Sometimes there are Pink Ribbon items (beads, fabric, etc) that are listed on eBay.

You could make up a small craft and sell those (a bookmark with a pink ribbon bead).

www.ebay.ca

Tips for Making Bank Deposits

It's never to early to start making deposits! Here are some tips to make your trip to the bank easier:

You can make two separate deposits with each donation sheet. There are two squares for the bank to stamp it. It is the number written in pen inside the bank stamp that counts.

Have your bills and coins organized - all facing the same way and sorted - the way banks like them.

You can make deposits for team members, or you can have team members make their own deposits.

If you have a large deposit, with multiple sheets, add up all the bills and coins and get a total and then add up the donation sheets and make sure you have the same total.

If you have a large deposit - try not to go to the bank at lunch time :)

You can make deposits at any CIBC branch - 448 Queen, Smythe Street (near Burger King), or Nashwaaksis Place.

If you don't want to make a trip to the bank you can Charge all Donations to your Credit Card. See the bottom of the donation form. You can take the money you have raised and apply it to your credit card. In October, once National has received the forms, they will charge an amount to your credit card. ( I guess this doesn't really work if you have received Cheques payable to the Foundation from people)

Make sure your cheques are payable to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, this is written on the bottom of the donation sheet. Verify that the person signed and dated the cheque.

The team captain can pick up t-shirts starting on Thursday, September 28. So you should have all your deposits completed and forms into your team captain by Wednesday, September 27. So your last fundraising event should be no later then Tuesday, September 26 ...Plan Ahead !!

Be patient. The Run for the Cure Committee knows how much time, effort, training and planning the CIBC puts into this event every year. We appreciate how many donation forms the Tellers process each year and we are extremely grateful. We also appreciate the time and efforts contributed by the Team Captains! With a little organization, and patience, things will go smoothly.

See you on Run Day!!
50 days from now.

The Basics

You must have at least 10 people to make a team.

Each team member must fill out a registration form OR register online.
A team member can only register online if the Team Captain has FIRST created the team online.

Each team member must pay $35 OR raise at least $150 in donations by September 15, 2006.

You must have contacted the Teams Co-chair by September 15 with your team name, and the number of people on your team.

Examples:
A person who raises $0-$140 in donations must pay the $35 registration fee.
A person who pays the registration fee and then raises $150 does NOT get their money back :(
A person who pays the registration fee may also collect donations :)

At the time of this posting there is still plenty of time (roughly 45 days!) to recruit new team members and work towards raising at least $150 per team member. Check out the official Run website link to see the list of incentive prizes if you raise $300 or more.

Thank you for all your efforts, without you we wouldn't be that much closer to finding a cure.

If you have any questions contact us at
teams_fredericton@@cbcfrun.org

Remove the extra @ sign before sending.

Do you have a Breast Cancer Survivor on your team? Do you know of anyone who is a Breast Cancer Survivor?

The Run for the Cure committee will be hosting the Second Annual PINK-nic at Old Government House on September 16, from 2pm to 4pm.

It is an afternoon for Survivors to come together for refreshments and entertainment.

Let your Survivor (and guest) know to HOLD THIS DATE !

More details to come!

Below is an idea that might interest your team:

The team at NB Power is having a yard sale on August 19th in the morning. It will be taking place in the parking lot of the IBEW union building, which is located at 138 Neill St on the north side of Fredericton.

We would like to extend an invitation to any other team in the Fredericton area to participate in the yard sale if they would like.

All teams may set up their site in the parking lot them morning of Aug 19th. Each team will be solely responsible for their site and also for the pick up of any left over things. I am looking into having community living or some other organization coming to pick up any left over articles, but I have not confirmed that yet. If this happens, I will let you know and that will make clean up much easier.

Please contact Marie Lyons, mlyons@@nbpower.com (remove the extra @ sign) to participate.

Missing Forms ? Want more information ?

Check out the teams section on the national website

https://www.cibcrunforthecure.com/html/en/t_tck.asp

Below is an idea that might interest your team, the committee received this solicitation and is passing it along. Please visit their website for more information.

Allow us to introduce you to a new method of advertising your fundraiser programs.

Simply go to http://www.mycanadianyardsale.com and select your county or region and post your fundraising event for FREE.

Once you have posted your event, you can even print FREE customized posters in support of your event.

When listing an event we recommend you click on "related links" at the bottom of each page. These links will provide helpful tips and hints to make your event a success.

Our sponsors have made it possible for us to provide you with FREE listings. You will note that many of our sponsors are local to your region. We ask you to support our sponsors by clicking on their advertising links or printing and using their coupons.

Once you've listed your event, we invite you to forward this website link to friends and family. The more people who discover and visit this website, the better the opportunities for all.

Below is an idea that might interest your team, the committee received this solicitation and is passing it along. Please visit their website for more information.


June 21, 2006
CIBC Run for the Cure
Team Organizers

This HOT Unique Product is a COOL way for your Organization to raise money!
How about a new practical product that people can use? What would you say if we told you that we could also customize your product so that it will promote your organization directly? How about your organization getting 50% of the profits for all your fundraising efforts?
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What a GelPax fundraising campaign can offer:
50% of sales
Your organization will receive 50 cents on every dollar sold! This is a great way to reach your financial goals quickly. We value the time you put into making this fundraiser work and we reward you with great returns for your efforts.

The GelPax fundraising campaign has been designed so that everyone wins! You raise the money to meet your goals; family and friends buy a great product that they will use over and over again … and we make it as stress-free as possible.

Below is a testimonial as to how successful the GelPax fundraising campaign was for TEAM CIBC in Vancouver, BC :

Our very sincere thanks for your support of the CIBC Run for the Cure this year. The GelPax were certainly a hot seller. It was a pleasure working with you. Delivery was always prompt and the customer service was great. Thank-you for helping TEAM CIBC raise over $200,000 in Vancouver alone for breast cancer research. Thanks, Kristin Kristin Rabnett Manager, Community Relations CIBC Regional Office Vancouver, BC

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
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Master Distributor – Atlantic Canada
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IMPORTANT CHANGES FOR 2006


All team categories must have at least 10 people to be classified as a team and get their team name printed on the back of their t-shirts.

We encourage people with less then 10 in their group to register as individuals and use their creativity to distingush their "team". Pink fabric markers, hats, boas, socks, shoe laces, banners, etc.

There is no increase in the registration fee in September. The registration fee used to increase around mid-September, this was too complicated so it was changed.

There is no Cox-Hanson Small Business Award this year.

FUNDRAISING TIPS:


Ask your family, friends, and co-workers:
1. Ask. Ask. Ask! Remember, the #1 reason people don’t give is because they
were never asked!
2. Send an email – it’s easy and effective. Complete your registration on the Run
website at www.cbcf.org, then invite everyone you know to sponsor you ONLINE.
The letter is done for you; just insert your email addresses.

At Home:
1. Communicate your message - Start a letter writing or email campaign to tell
your story.
2. Host a theme party – Ask for a donation of $50, but spend no more than $20
per person on the food. You’ll have $30 per person in donations by the end of the
night!
3. Host a movie party at your house – Rent a new release, make popcorn, pick
up some soft drinks and invite your friends over for a movie night. Ask them to
donate what they would have spent if they had gone to the movie theatre!
4. Answering Machine Message – Change your message to tell everyone who
calls what you are up to. Let them know you need their support!
5. Start a spare change box – put all your extra coins in, or instead of buying a
coffee once a week put in the money you would have spent. Just see how it adds
up!

With Family & Friends:
1. Host a birthday party or other occasion and encourage donations instead of gifts.
2. Organize a car wash or a neighbourhood garage sale
3. Host a party or silent auction.

Welcome to the blog for the

Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure Fredericton NB Committee.

Here you will find tips, tricks, forms, contact info and messages from various committee members.

We're here to make your participation in the largest breast cancer fundraiser a successful one.

Check back often.