THE As TO YOUR Qs

what is Bust a Move?

Bust a Move is a unique, home grown fundraising event organized by the QEII and IWK Foundations. Six hours of exercise, heart pumping music, hundreds of participants and fundraising for world-class breast health services combine to create an experience unlike any other!

when is it?

The fourth annual Bust a Move will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2013.

where does the money go?

Bust a Move injects much-needed funding into the multi-phase journey to build a world-class, comprehensive Breast Health Centre. There, women, men and their families will access all aspects of breast health care, from diagnosis right through to recovery and survivorship.

why does this matter?

Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the most common cause of death among females aged 20 – 49, accounting for 40% of cancer diagnoses and 25% of cancer-related deaths in this province.

Although Nova Scotia has many leading health services and care providers, parts of the breast health system are disconnected and services are spread throughout numerous buildings at the QEII and IWK. As a result, patients are experiencing gaps in care. But the journey through breast cancer can be made easier and mortality rates can be reduced. An integrated, world- class Breast Health Centre would achieve both. That’s why it’s a vision the QEII and IWK are both committed to achieving.

what specific impact will Bust a Move 2013 have?

More than $2 million (net) has been raised for the Centre so far. Services have already been improved and wait times for screening and surgery have been reduced. Construction will begin in late 2012 and with funds raised from Bust a Move 2013, the next phase of the Centre will see two vital clinics moving into the space – high risk genetics and re-construction.

Some women are deemed as high risk candidates for breast cancer due to their family history with the disease. The high risk genetics clinic screens these women, giving them the best chance possible at beating the odds. On the other end of the spectrum are the women who have had a single or double mastectomy and have opted for re-constructive surgery. Imagine how nice it would be to shorten the wait time for these women to have this

important surgery and critical step in the road to recovery and survivorship. These women have already been through enough; they shouldn’t need to wait for extended periods of time to complete their care journey.

Find us at bustamove-halifax.ca

what’s in it for me?

Donors will receive an official receipt for income tax purposes from the QEII Foundation (Charitable Business No. 88646 3496 RR0001).

how do I donate?

Online, by visiting bustamove-halifax.ca, and searching finding Balloon Busters in the list of participating teams.

By cash or cheque, made payable to “QEII Foundation – Bust a Move”, and dropped off to Red Balloon’s world headquarters at 5531 Young Street, Suite 201 (the door beside Hen House, upstairs and on the left).

can I be anonymous?

Yes, absolutely! Sponsor benefits and recognition are totally optional.