The Leucan Shaved Head Challenge Now Virtual

As hair salons are closing for at least three weeks, Leucan invites the population to take part virtually in the Leucan Shaved Head Challenge, presented by Proxim, by organizing a shaving at home benefitting the Association.

“Indoor and outdoor gatherings are forbidden, but it’s possible to stay connected and united with children who have cancer. Leucan invites the population to register to take part in the Leucan Shaved Head Challenge and to share their experience on social media through photos or live videos, in the virtual company of their loved ones”, said Lysanne Groulx, provincial director, annual campaigns and communications at Leucan.

A group of 21 people in Montérégie took part yesterday in the Leucan Shaved Head Challenge simultaneously in the comfort of their own homes in support of Julien Tremblay, 8 years old, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia on February 28. Together, the group raised close to $35,000 for Leucan. A video of their virtual collective shave is available on the Leucan Shaved Head Challenge’s Facebook page.

Even though many companies have had to pause their activities to stop the spread of COVID-19, Leucan’s mission isn’t on hold. In Quebec, nearly one family a day receives a pediatric cancer diagnosis or relapse. If the confinement measures last one month, that means close to 30 families will get the terrible news.

It is possible to take part in the Challenge by clicking here.

Leucan wishes to highlight the generosity of Proxim, the presenting sponsor of the event for a 5^th year; Mia for creating the Earrings of Hope for a 6^th year and donating the sales proceeds to the Association; and  Subway for providing meals to volunteers at our shaving sites.