Gilda's Toronto

Please run for Gilda’s Toronto in this year's 2026 TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon, ½ Marathon and 5K.  “You Have Cancer” are 3 words that change your life and with those words come the stress and anxiety with the diagnosis, not just for the person with cancer, but for their family members as well. Cancer is complex. At Gilda’s Toronto, our philosophy is simple: we believe everyone living with cancer should have a welcoming, supportive and inclusive community to rely on throughout their unique emotional journey, not just the person with cancer, but also their spouse, teens and children. Our goal is to ensure all those affected by cancer or bereaved from losing someone to cancer, receive the highly individualized, no-cost psychosocial support they deserve. Our support programs delivered by mental health professionals, can mean the difference between dread and hope; loneliness and belonging; isolation and connectedness. As one of our core values, diversity helps us carry on Gilda Radner’s commitment that no one should face cancer alone. All of Gilda’s Toronto’s programs are offered free of charge, ensuring there are no financial concerns to prevent anyone from participating. Funds raised from this event, will be directed to the delivery of our cancer support services which help reduce isolation and cancer-related anxiety.  In the words of one of our 20s and 30s young cancer patients: “While the medical system made sure I lived, it was Gilda’s Toronto who truly gave me my life back”. 2026 marks a significant milestone for Gilda’s Toronto – 25 years of providing cancer support programs to those who reach out to us for support. By joining our team, you help fulfill our vision: to help people live, while living with cancer. Our fundraising goal - $70,000 with prizes to our top 3 fundraisers. Contact Elana at 416-945-8725 or  elana.shapiro@gildasclubtoronto.org