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Tip Sheet

You can make a difference�

• Wear a gold ribbon on your lapel. The gold ribbon is the official symbol (and colour) of children with cancer worldwide.
• Consider asking your child's school to recognize the month with a fundraiser or to include information in the school newsletter or Web site.
• Contact your local library and ask them to feature books about childhood cancer during September. Resources/Links
• Write a letter to your local newspaper that informs readers about childhood cancer.
• Write to your MP or MPP about the need for increased support of families who have a child experiencing cancer.
• Ask your employer or co-workers to recognize Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by wearing a gold ribbon during September or sponsoring a "dress casual" day, hosting a fundraiser such as a car wash, BBQ, bake sale, Cut off Cancer, with the proceeds benefiting the Childhood Cancer Foundation.
• Visit the Childhood Cancer Foundation's Special Events for more information about fundraising events
• Contact the Childhood Cancer Foundation to find a local spokesperson to speak about childhood cancer.