Kitchener-Waterloo hosts annual Multiple Myeloma March

Photo for 15th annual Multiple Myeloma March.

By Brent Cater

Posted Oct 1, 2023 07:31:19 AM.

Last Updated Oct 2, 2023 03:49:02 PM.

Over 40 communities across the country are participating in the 15th annual Multiple Myeloma March, Sunday morning.

Myeloma Canada’s Multiple Myeloma March is a nationwide event to raise money and awareness for multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer. According to a release from Myeloma Canada, Multiple Myeloma is the 2nd most common form of blood cancer that affects cells in the bone marrow and currently has no cure.

Locally, the Kitchener-Waterloo event is kicking off it’s seventh edition at Steckle Heritage Farm beginning at 9 a.m.

The Kitchener-Waterloo Multiple Myeloma March has set a financial goal of $20,000. Nationally, Myeloma Canada’s March aims to raise $750,000.

For those looking to donate or are unable to attend the march in-person, a virtual option is available by going to the non-profit organizations website.

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