Meagan's Hug 2022

Denise Bebenek (Meagan's Mom) founded Meagan's Walk: Creating a Circle of Hope that same year. Knowing that paediatric brain tumours are the leading cause of cancerous deaths in children under the age of 20, she wanted to help all the "other Meagans" and make sure no other families had to experience such a loss. Years later, Meagan's HUG continues to grow and is expanding the impact they have on the world.

Meagan's HUG shares a message of hope, increases awareness about paediatric brain tumours and raises valuable financial resources for research. Brain tumours are the leading cause of cancerous deaths in children under the age of 20.

De La Salle College is a proud supporter of Meagan's Hug and look forward to the annual Hug and walk each year!

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Important Dates and Information

Homeroom Crane Preparation

Crane Ceremony- April 29th

On April 14th, De La Salle hosted the Meagan’s HUG Crane Ceremony. This event is a kickoff to our school-wide event, on May 3rd, and the organization's official walk and hug, on May 7th.

The paper crane represents a symbol of hope, compassion, and kindness, an act of love for our heroes fighting to know that they are not alone.

The event will be available on April 29th. This incredible day gives us the opportunity to honour those fighting and their families and is a display of love, hope, and unity

2022 Crane Ceremony

De La Salle Hug- May 3rd

Tuesday May 3^rd, the De La Salle College campus will be home to the first school HUG since 2019. As strong believers in the “Kids Helping Kids” school program introduced by the Meagan Bebenek Foundation (operating as Meagan’s HUG), the school community will come together to share a message of hope.

“While the HUG started to show support for families affected by paediatric brain tumours, it has always been much larger,” says Lynda DiProspero, Vice-Principal, De La Salle College. “It creates an inclusive environment and provides a sense of support for anyone who may be struggling. Our students feel the strength of community. It teaches them that when we come together and share the burdens of others, and with a strong sense of collective support we can accomplish what at times feels insurmountable."

The event will take place during our homeroom period.

Official Walk and Hug- May 7th

Meagan's HUG's signature event is a tradition on Mother’s Day weekend. Thousands of people come together for a 5km walk through the streets of Toronto, which culminates at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) where participants join hands in a human hug around the hospital.

The HUG brings communities together to celebrate, raise awareness, and send a message of hope.

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