Why participate

Get involved and help raise funds today for myeloma!

Get involved in a Myeloma Canada fundraising event or create your own! Regardless of what you choose, by participating you’ll be making an amazing impact and supporting the tens of thousands of Canadians affected by myeloma.

All fundraising dollars support the pursuit of:

Where our funds go

 

  • About Myeloma 8849M Fondation

    The team behind the challenge!
    Behind every great event is a dedicated team! Our organizing committee is doing everything possible to make the Defi Everest Challenge a success, bringing the community together around a common goal: supporting myeloma research.

    Our organizing committee is made up of:

    • Michel Babineau (Race Director)
    • Pierre Laforest (President)
    • Marie-Eve Laforest (Event Coordinator)
    • Charles Gervais (Treasurer)
    • Michel Frenette (Vice President)

     

    Our mission 
    Raise public awareness about multiple myeloma, a type of cancer that remains incurable, while also generating funds to support prevention efforts and advance research towards a cure. Additionally, the foundation aims to encourage physical activity within the community, fostering both health and awareness.

    Our values
    Compassion, support, integrity, inspiration, et commitment

     

  • Defi everest team


    Left to right : Michel Frenette, Charles Gervais, Marie-Eve Laforest, Pierre Laforest and Johnny Grant