Jim Crichton Story | Show Us Your Brave 2026
A routine check changed everything. Now, Jim is using his voice to remind others that early action can make all the difference.
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Christina Bonadonna Story | Show Us Your Brave 2026
Christina Bonadonna, a 2026 Show Us Your Brave Ambassador, is sharing her story to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection, using her platform to encourage strength, resilience, and action.
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Chris Pestru Story | Show Us Your Brave 2026
Chris is sharing his story to remind others that when something feels off, trusting your instincts and taking action early can make all the difference.
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Tyler McGregor – 2025 Grow On Windsor Ambassador
2025 Grow on windsor ambassador Tyler McGregor Tyler is on a mission to ensure every family has access to lifesaving care right where they live. Top Prospect to Amputee At just 15 years old, Tyler McGregor’s world revolved around hockey. He was entering his OHL draft year and lacing up for the first game of…
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Norm Mickle – 2025 Grow On Windsor Ambassador
2025 Grow on windsor ambassador Norm Mickle Norm is on a mission to ensure everyone knows that cancer screening saved his life, and can also save yours. The Spot No One Expected At 71 years old, Norm Mickle considers himself lucky. He’s an active member in his community, is rarely sick, and other than having…
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Mark Di Ponio – 2025 Grow On Windsor Ambassador
2025 Grow on windsor ambassador Mark Di Ponio Mark is on a mission to make the road a little easier for families in our community facing a cancer diagnosis. Lingering Back Pain Mark Di Ponio was 38 years old when he had simply “thrown out” his back while moving into a new house with his…
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Joe Beneteau – 2025 Show Us Your Brave Ambassador
Joe Beneteau “KEEP ON GOING… IF YOU’RE SCARED DON’T SHOW IT” Meet Joe Beneteau Walk into any room he’s in, and you’ll feel Joe’s presence. His wit and booming laugh pull people together, brightening every room he enters. Joe’s life was changed forever when he heard the words “You have cancer”, yet his charisma continues…
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Maria Barile – 2025 Show Us Your Brave Ambassador
Maria Barile “YOU ARE STRONG AND AMAZING” Meet Maria Barile Maria Barile is the heart of her family. A devoted wife and a loving mother of four daughters, she’s always been known for her gentle spirit and quiet strength. But when life changed suddenly, Maria’s strength became something far more profound. Fourteen months ago, Maria…
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Lisa Shulman – 2025 Show Us Your Brave Ambassador
Lisa Shulman “FOCUS ON THE COMEBACK, NOT THE SETBACK” Meet Lisa Shulman Some say it takes real bravery to be so vulnerable during life’s toughest moments and that’s exactly how open Lisa Shulman is. For Lisa, perseverance is more important than privacy, even after being diagnosed with breast cancer. Lisa is a true testament to…
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Gemma Badalamenti – 2024 Grow On Windsor Ambassador
2024 grow on windsor ambassador Gemma Badalamenti Concerning call from HER DOCTOR ‘Come In Right Away. Don’t Come Alone’ Gemma has always been diligent with her self breast exams. So when she discovered a hard, circular lump in her left breast, she knew in her gut that something wasn’t right. After her first visit with…
