Paige French

I'm fundraising to help make a difference.

Someone once asked me “if you don’t have all the things you want, are you grateful for all the things you don’t have that you didn’t want?” 

And at first I didn’t fully understand the question until I thought about it for a moment. Before you continue to read I want you to really think about it too.

Cancer is one of those things that no one wants but many are given. Far too many men, women and children are diagnosed with some form of cancer each year. A battle none of them wanted and while I have never gone through the battle myself, I have been by the side of many loved ones and close friends who have.

Women like my grandmother who was given months to live and yet despite all odds battled for 7 years. 

My mama who’s been battling  skin cancer for years.

My son’s Gran-Lou (grandma) who survived breast cancer after surgery, chemo and radiation.

My sons Grumps (grandpa) who survived colon cancer.

My lovely neighbour Judy Pergar who’s battled cancer, was recovering and now they have found more. Such a strong woman.

Just the tip of the iceberg for those in my life who have struggled, continue to struggle or have beat cancer.

Cancer also happens to be the #1 cause of deaths amongst the fire community.

Please support me and these deserving organizations today by making your tax-deductible donation online. Any and all donations are incredibly appreciated and will go towards Wellsprings. An organization that provides support and help for those affected by cancer. 

While I have the physical and mental capabilities, I want to do anything and everything I can to make a difference for those in need. I’m incredibly excited to take part in this adventure, to train and to raise money in the following months leading up to the event and of course the stair climb event itself.