Ovarian Canada Cancer walk draws dozens to West Shore Community Centre

The 16th annual Ovarian Canada Cancer Walk of Hope brought together a variety of those affected by Ovarian Cancer at West Shore Community Centre.

“In 2014, my wife Marina was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and all of the people here are her friends and family,” said Couture. “She passed away in 2017, so we walk to remember and honour Marina.”

Erin Barrett, chair of Ovarian Cancer Canada, is a tw0-time survivor of ovarian cancer and felt she needed to take a step in combating such a gruelling disease. B.C. Premier John Horgan has attended the event every year because of how close this cause hits home.

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