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Download-able Event Posters

All downloads are .zip files and once they are opened will contain a low-res .jpg, high-res .jpg and print quality .pdf. You can use the low-res .jpg for any digital invites (email, e-newsletter, website, facebook), the high-res .jpg for postcard sized invites and the .pdf for posters to use in promotion.

April 4th – Edmonton, AB – Cross Cancer Centre
April 4th – Edmonton, AB – Stanley A. Milner Theatre
April 5th – Regina, SK – Pasqua Hospital
April 7th – Saskatoon, SK – Royal University Hospital
April 9th – Brandon, MB – McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church
April 11th – Stonewall, MB – Lions Manner Hall
April 12th – Winnipeg, MB – Cancer Care Manitoba
April 14th – Thunder Bay, ON – Regional Cancer Care Northwest
April 18th – Barrie, ON – Gilda’s Club Simcoe Muskoka
April 19th – Toronto, ON – Wellspring Sunnybrook
April 21st – Toronto, ON – PMH/ELLCSR
April 26th – Ottawa, ON – Mayfair Theatre
May 2nd – Hamilton, ON – Wellwood Cancer Care Professional
May 2nd – Hamilton, ON – Wellwood Public Screening
May 3rd – Hamilton, ON – Juravinski Cancer Centre
May 7th – Toronto, ON – CN Tower
May 9th – Montreal, QC – Dollar Cinema **updated**
May 12th – St. John, NB – New Brunswick Museum
May 13th – Fredericton, NB – Fredricton Arts and Learning
May 17th – Charlottetown, PEI – PEI Cancer Treatment Centre

Introduction for Mike and Bonnie Lang

Mike Lang is a two year Hodgkins Lymphoma survivor and graduate of Trinity Western University with a B.H.K. in Recreation. Mike and his wife Bonnie have worked for a number of years as adventure guides with “at risk” youth and since Mike’s diagnosis in May 2008, they have taken their passion for outdoor experiential education into the realm of young adult cancer survivors. Based in Calgary, Mike and Bonnie are the directors of Peacefield Retreat Centre, a centre dedicated to helping young adult survivors reflect, refocus and rebuild their lives post-treatment. Together he and his wife love to ski, rock climb, kayak and stand on top of big mountains.

Synopsis for Health Care Professional Presentations

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Owyhee River gorge deep in the SE Oregon desert, a group of ordinary Canadians embark on a journey of a lifetime down the one of the most remote rivers in the Lower 48. This incredible river journey is all the more remarkable as the core expedition members are all young adults and survivors of cancer.

Led by 25 year old Mike Lang, who finished treatments just a few months before the expedition, this inspirational group of young adult survivors share their personal stories and apply the lessons they learned from their cancer struggle as together they battle a completely new set of trials on the river. The result is an extraordinary journey of fear, uncertainty, and seemingly insurmountable emotional and physical challenges combined with strength, humour, beauty, and a rare insight into the lives of one of Canada’s most under-served and unrecognized populations.

In our modern age of technology, advanced medical care and support, most cancer care professionals are surprised to learn that young adults with cancer face many challenges unique to their age group during treatment and recovery. They face not only the physical and mental challenges of the disease, but a far more subtle fight for recognition in a health system that has largely forgotten their unique needs. Following the screening of a short version of the film there will be a question and answer time with Mike and Bonnie Lang where they will provide 3 simple practices that cancer care professionals can do to positively change a cancer experience for the young adults they treat. Please visit www.wrongwaytohope.com to watch the trailer and learn

Synopsis for Public/Survivor Presentations

“Facts bring us to knowledge, but stories lead to wisdom.” – Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen

Please join us for an inspiring evening of stories as we take a realistic, yet hopeful look at the many issues that face young adult cancer survivors. Mike Lang, a young adult survivor and the producer of Wrong Way to Hope, along with his wife Bonnie, will be in attendance to introduce the film and participate in a post screening discussion with the audience. The themes addressed in the film are universal and everyone, no matter their phase of life, will be able to draw some wisdom from the evening. We encourage everyone who has been directly or indirectly affected by cancer (survivors and supporters) to attend. Please visit www.wrongwaytohope.com to watch the trailer and learn more about the film.

Film Synopsis: Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Owyhee River gorge deep in the SE Oregon desert, a group of young adults embark on an expedition of a lifetime that is made more significant as the core expedition members are all survivors of cancer. Led by 25 year old cancer survivor, Mike Lang, this inspirational group of survivors share their personal stories and delve into the unique issues that face young adults with cancer as together they battle a completely new set of trials on the river. The result is an extraordinary journey of intense emotional and physical challenges combined with a rare insight into the lives of one of Canada’s most under-served and unrecognized populations.

Synopsis for Mixed (Profession/Public) Presentations

Please join us for an inspiring hour of stories as we take a realistic, yet hopeful look at the many issues that face young adult cancer survivors. Mike Lang, a young adult survivor and the producer of Wrong Way to Hope, along with his wife Bonnie, will be in attendance to introduce the film and participate in a post screening discussion with the audience. The themes addressed in the film are universal and everyone, no matter their phase of life, will be able to draw some wisdom from the session. We encourage survivors and supporters to attend as well as cancer care professionals.

Many oncology professionals are surprised to learn that young adults with cancer face many challenges unique to their age group during treatment and recovery. They face not only the physical and mental challenges of the disease, but a far more subtle fight for recognition in a health system that has largely forgotten their unique needs. Understanding these unique needs will allow for better communication and ultimately better outcomes.

Please visit www.wrongwaytohope.com to watch the trailer and learn more about the film.