Oh My God!

By André Lachapelle

I've just found on the Internet a video about a group that climbed Kilimanjaro.

OH MY GOD! What a group! What determination! If they could do it - so can we!!!

Seriously! You must watch it - it's a real gem.  But don't watch it casually.  Be sure to have about an hour free and watch it carefully, right through. And tell me what you think afterwards.
Here's the link for the first part:

Kilimandjaro, Au delà des limites

Enjoy!!

Translated by Pamela Gauvin

Meet Rosanna

Interview with Rosanna Chechile 

Rosanna decided to introduce herself by answering some questions...

- Who are you?

             I'm  Rosanna Chechile. Health and physical activity have always been an important part of my life.

- How did you hear about the project?

 One of my friends is Manon Marleau, another member of Team Kili-2012. When she'd told me that one day she'd like to realize her crazy dream and climb Kilimanjaro, I said that, if it ever happened, I'd go along too!

- Why a challenge like Kilimanjaro?

 Because of the challenge, the possibility of transcending one's limits, the team experience and the motivation to really get in shape.

- How important is physical activity in your life?

 It's always been part of my life - it's so important and I train with everybody - family, friends, children... I've also been ambassador for the SAM programme (in French, that's SAnté-Mieux-Etre, meaning Health and Well-being) at the SCD for over 5 years because I believe so firmly in health and well-being in the work-place and in everyday life.

           

- Do you practise any sports? If so, which ones and why?

I'm a very active person. I work out in the lunch time at the office, I like walking, trekking, cycling, team sports. I just like being active and any excuse will do. In other words - wherever things are moving, I'm there! I'm quite adventurous and I like challenges and new sporting experiences.

- What do you expect to get out of this experience?

 A lot of pride, because it takes courage to venture out of your comfort zone and face the different challenges involved in the Kili-2012 adventure, including personal and family relationships; self-confidence and confidence in others; recognizing your limits and having the humility to ask for help if the need arises; deaing with others' differences and strengths in order to form a united and loyal team for this wonderful project.

Translated by Pamela Gauvin

A Great Weekend of Moving Experiences

By Isabelle Privé

Several members of our great team decided to get into action this weekend and participate in 2 events in aid of important causes: the battle against cancer and the Enfant Soleil telethon.

On Friday evening, 3 of us - Geneviève, Rosanna and myself - went to encourage colleagues and friends who were walking all night in aid of the battle against cancer in the Relais pour la Vie at Deux-Montagnes. This event raised the amazing sum of $100 000!

It was a very emotional evening, watching the parade of survivors with their families and others who are still fighting the disease. It was very moving to see the hundreds of candles lit in the memory of those who had died and to support those who are continuing the fight. The depth of the experience easily made up for a bit of stiffness the next morning. Thanks to Marjorie, who welcomed us into her team to walk a few hours together and to experience such an evening!

Congratulations to the organisers ....Among the articles on sale to raise funds,  I found a ring with a flashing light - rather nice!

*****

On Saturday and Sunday, Catherine, Bruno-Pierre, Geneviève, myself and other members of the team were happy to give some of our time to answer the phones and help to raise funds for Opération Enfant Soleil. It was the first time I'd helped in a telethon and I really enjoyed it. Quebeckers are truly generous people. I was extremely touched by a call from someone with very little money but who wanted to help anyway. This event is extremely important in advancing care for sick children and we were proud to take part in it. The 24th telethon was an enormous success, collecting over $17 million!

Translated by Pamela Gauvin