Letters to the editor...Youngsters' cancer fund-raiser nets $7,500

Dear editor, Recently, my sister Karen and I hosted a fundraiser at the Georgetown Cinemas 3 in support of those dealing with cancer in our community. An article published in The Independent & Free Press, announcements being made at Christ the King Secondary School, mention being made at the masses leading up to January 11 at Holy Cross Church as well as much extended family support, resulted in an event that not only allowed us the opportunity to raise more than $7,500 for three local charities (Cancer Assistance Services-Halton Hills, Canadian Cancer Society and Credit Valley Pediatric Oncology Clinic) who assist those living with cancer, BUT, has shown us what a fabulous community we are a part of. The kind wishes, raffle donations, monetary donations, door prize donation and time spent by many known and unknown individuals were the key to the success of this event and we would like to acknowledge all of the residents who attended and/or supported the event with a very heartfelt thank you Halton Hills! Heather and Karen MacKinnon, Georgetown