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Step Up For Ostomy
Welcome to the "Events Near You" section of the "Step Up for Ostomy" campaign. Here, you can discover events in Calgary, connect with local support groups, and participate in fundraising activities, all dedicated to raising awareness and support for the ostomy community.
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Step Up for Ostomy
Calgary
Join the Calgary Ostomy Society as we Step Up For Ostomy!
Event Details:
Join us at the Inglewood Community Association Hall on Saturday, September 21, 2024, and show your support for those living with an ostomy at the Step Up For Ostomy awareness and fundraising event. There will be an awareness walk, BBQ lunch, and Ostomy Expo and a great opportunity to meet others with an ileostomy, urostomy, colostomy, j-pouch, or related surgery. Register today to get a free t-shirt!
Agenda
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Registration & Ostomy Expo
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Awareness Walk or Seated Yoga
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – BBQ Lunch
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Ostomy Photoshoot
Ostomy Expo:
We have invited ostomy vendors to attend and showcase their wares and provide samples at the Step Up For Ostomy Event, also indoors at the Main Hall. You can speak to local ostomy manufacturers and vendors and learn about their product lines. Calgary Ostomy Society volunteers will also be present to answer any questions you have about our organization. Please stay tuned for more updates!
Become an Ostomy Exhibitor
To become an exhibitor at the Ostomy Expo, your company is required to either be or plan to become a National Sponsor
of the Step Up For Ostomy 2024 campaign, organized by Ostomy Canada Society, or contribute as a Local Sponsor
with a $100+ donation. This contribution will help support the cost of the hall rental.
Samples Wanted!
We would love it if your company could provide some ostomy-related samples or freebies for participants.
Fundraising & Donations - Help us reach our goal!
This unique cross-Canada event will raise much-needed funds to help us improve the quality of life for people with ostomy in every province and territory. Our goal this year is to raise $100,000. Over the past year, Ostomy Canada has made significant improvements to its national website, newsletter, and webinars, and has increased efforts in programming, government advocacy, marketing, outreach, awards, partnerships, and finance. Step Up For Ostomy also supports our local chapter, as we will receive 10% of the funds from all donations made in our area. This is Calgary Ostomy’s major fundraiser, so every contribution counts! Please join the Just Giving Calgary Ostomy team page to collect online pledges or donate. You can also track your offline donations here, making it a great way to share your story. If you have others, such as family members or a company, who would like to participate in fundraising with you, you are welcome to start your own team. If you wish to collect offline donations via cash, cheque, or credit card, please use the Pledge Form. We will need donor information to issue tax receipts for donations of $25 or more. For personal offline donations at the Step Up For Ostomy event, it may be more convenient to make an online pledge, as Event Participation Forms will be mailed to Ostomy Canada for processing. Click here to donate online! All pledge forms, including cash and cheques, should be submitted at the Step Up For Ostomy event.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Do you own a business in Calgary & Area? We are looking for local sponsors (the cost is $100+) to support the Step Up For Ostomy event. This will be used for expenses related to event hosting, such as the venue and food, with proceeds going directly to the Calgary Ostomy Society. You will be required to complete the Local Sponsorship Pledge Form. Your company name will be recognized on the Step Up For Ostomy website, social media, and at the event. Please don’t hesitate to Contact Us for more information. Get more recognition in the Canadian ostomy community! Ostomy Canada is still accepting National Sponsors. Please contact support@ostomycanada.ca for more information.
Volunteers Needed
Event Day—We need volunteers to assist with food, set up and take down, and awareness walk leader(s). Setup will begin at 9:00 a.m., and takedown will begin at 2:00 p.m. If you can assist, please get in touch with us at hello@calgaryostomy.ca.
Raise Your Voice for Ostomy Awareness
It’s time to break the silence and illuminate the journeys of those with ostomies! Sharing your experience can inspire, educate, and support many who may feel isolated, all while raising awareness in the wider community. Here are some ideas for fundraising by sharing your ostomy story on social media: Photo Stories: Capture a moment that reflects your daily life with an ostomy and accompany it with a heartfelt caption. Video Diaries: Record a brief video sharing your personal journey and the challenges you’ve faced and overcome. Write Your Story: Compose an insightful piece about your experiences and share it on your Facebook page for friends and family to read. Be sure to include the link to your Step Up For Ostomy fundraising page! Join the movement and help us raise awareness! Use hashtags #OstomyAwareness #StepUpForOstomy What’s your story? We’d love for you to share it with us or tag Ostomy Canada in your post! For more resources and tips about fundraising, please explore this website.
Step Up For Ostomy T-Shirts
T-shirts will be available this year! Get your free shirt by registering for our Step Up For Ostomy event. RSVP today – quantities are limited! Special thanks to Craig Bean at CB Medical for sponsoring the 2024 Step Up For Ostomy t-shirts!
SUFO 2024 Poster
We kindly ask for your help in distributing the promotional posters.