News in brief: Community group raising awareness of Lynch syndrome

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Community group raising awareness of Lynch syndrome

Lynch Syndrome Canada is holding an information night to bring awareness to an under-diagnosed condition.

On April 12, the organization will host a discussion with Dr. Harminder Singh about Lynch syndrome, an inherited genetic disorder that increases a person’s risk of developing colorectal and endometrial cancer.

Anyone looking for more information, including the general public and people working in the health care system, are invited to attend the information session to learn about Lynch syndrome.

According to Lynch Syndrome Canada, since 2014 the province has tested cancerous tumors found in the colon for Lynch syndrome and while more people are being diagnosed with the condition, access to resources is still limited.

The second annual awareness event begins at 7 p.m. and runs until 9 at the National Leasing Building (1525 Buffalo Pl.). Refreshments will be served and people are asked to RSVP by email or phone at  lynchcanada@gmail.com and 204-228-6297.

Lynch Syndrome Canada is made up of  individuals and families that have been diagnosed with or impacted by Lynch syndrome and carry a mandate to share information about the disorder.

Test drives to support Vincent Massey graduation

A local car dealership is helping put the wheels in motion for Vincent Massey Collegiate’s (975 Dowker Ave.) graduation party.

Mid-Town Ford (100-1717 Waverley St.) is bringing the car manufacturer’s “Drive One 4 UR School” program to the Fort Garry High School on April 12.

Between 4 and 8 p.m., a handful of Ford vehicles will be in the school’s lot and for every person who test drives one of the cars, Mid-Town Ford and Ford Canada will donate $20 to the school’s graduation event.

“We’re excited to partner with Vincent Massey Collegiate to help raise funds for their grad — we know it can be expensive,” Scott Campbell, general manager at Mid-Town Ford, said in a statement. “The Drive One program is great opportunity for us to help a local high school pay for an unforgettable grad, while showcasing Ford of Canada’s innovative safety technologies and eco-friendly options to parents, teenagers and other drivers.”

Organizers hope to raise up to $6,000 at the event. Participants must be 18 or older and have a valid driver’s licence.

St. Mary’s Academy to mark Good Friday with procession

Students, staff, and community members at St. Mary’s Academy (550 Wellington Cresc.) will walk the cross through River Heights to mark Good Friday.

The 30th annual Public Way of the Cross begins at 9:30 a.m. on April 14 at the Alumnae Hall entrance.

The procession will follow a 1.5-kilometre route through the neighbourhood with six stops. Archbishop Richard Gagnon and members of the St. Mary’s Academy community will lead the procession.