The 21st Century Citizen. How do we Get Involved Today?

For the past ten years my partner at qmedia solutions and I have been doing a lot of pro bono work for a number of not-for-profits and charities. We've really enjoyed it but we wanted to do more. First we wanted to tell stories about some of the amazing people who had inspired us. And so we started with TV storytelling and on October 26th Get Involved had it's World Premiere on TVO-- Ontario's premiere public broadcaster. So far we have produced 25 profiles of amazing innovators, social entrepreneurs and activists. Take a look at our stories. Tell us what you think. Tell us about people or organizations that inspire you. During our research we sensed a growing movement growing all around us-- people realizing their skills and their expertise can be used not only to bring them financial rewards but deeper connection and meaning in their lives. And so our next step was to concieve of a website that would transform the inspiration of the television profiles and help propell people into action and Getinvolved.ca was born. Join the conversation...

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Monday, September 27, 2010

Run for the Cure - This Weekend!

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It must be fall - CIBC's Run for the Cure is this Saturday, October 3rd. This annual run is the largest, single day fundraiser dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research, and education and awareness programs. Last year, 170,000 Canadians participated in the run throughout the country, raising an amazing $26.5 million for breast cancer funding, research and programs. The run is unbelievably successful, and a great show of our power to unite in the fight against cancer. So whether you want to lace up, donate, shop or volunteer there are lots of ways to help out this week!

Lace up and join the run this Saturday, there is still room for last minute entries - and don't worry if jogging is not your thing, grab a few girls and walk it!

You can make an individual one-time donation, or make a donation to someone you know participating!

Volunteer at the Run event - there's still jobs to help out at tables, and be supporters.

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Or show your support by going Pink! Stores all over Canada are selling special limited edition "pink" products, with proceeds supporting the Breast Cancer Foundation:
- LUSH's Think Pink Bath bomb is only 3.95 has a fierce vanilla scent with a bite!
- Ahava's dead sea salts come in pink packaging this month, with donations made for every purchase.
- A cute pink zip-up fleece by New Balance will keep you warm during the fall months.
- A super fashionable and eco-friendly metal water bottle by Lolita.

Either way, there's lots of ways to show your pink support and be a part of this amazing moment in history, where we beat cancer in our lifetime!
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Posted by Get Involved GANG at 3:22 PM
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