My Story…
My life before cancer was busy and full — I’m a wife and mom to two amazing kids, Elias and Lauren, balancing family and a full-time career.
Looking back, what I thought was perimenopause symptoms were actually early warning signs.
In January 2025, after weeks of worsening symptoms, I was hospitalized and diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer that had already spread to my liver and lungs.
Chemotherapy and surgery initially gave us hope, shrinking tumors and removing cancer from my colon and liver. But just six months later, eight new tumors appeared in my liver.
Today, I continue treatment and am so grateful for the care I’m receiving. This journey brings emotional and physical challenges, and any support — whether a donation, a share, or kind thoughts — means more than words .
We are holding on to hope, taking things one day at a time, and continuing to fight with everything we have.
Thank you for being part of our journey.
Donate to help Sandra raise money for Bumrun Toronto 2026’s fundraising campaign.
Recent donors
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Donor name |
Donation amount |
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Apr
21
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Elsa Pinto
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Undisclosed amount
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Apr
21
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Daniela DeTommaso
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CA$108.31
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Apr
21
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Your friends at FCT
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CA$537.69
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Apr
21
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Carmel Sant
Sandra! You are an absolute superstar doing this, always thinking of others ❤️ You are a true inspiration! Go kick bum!!!
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Undisclosed amount
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Apr
21
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Kate Phillips
Sandra, you have been in my thoughts and prayers and I am inspired by your courage my friend! Warm hugs and many blessings!
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CA$108.31
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Apr
21
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Diane Skrtic
Sandra you are an inspiration, always giving of yourself. ❤️
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CA$100.00
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Apr
21
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Darana and Jasper
Way to go Sandra!
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CA$108.31
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Apr
21
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anita kapal
Gooood Sandra!!!! <3
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Undisclosed amount
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Apr
21
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Fortunato and Samantha Comito
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Undisclosed amount
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Apr
20
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Your extended Strive Family
You inspire on the daily, Sandra. go kick bum!
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CA$537.69
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