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CF Raceday History
The first CF Raceday fundraising event was held in June 2006.
The events’ founders – Jeff and Sylvie van Geel had a very personal motivation to raise money for research and awareness of Cystic Fibrosis. Both Sylvie and her sister were diagnosed with this fatal disease in 1960. And with the passing of her sister in 1980 Sylvie searched for a new way to help the cause. The answer came on her 38th birthday when she received her dream car - a custom 1929 Hudson coupe! Soon after, she envisioned an event very different from other charity fundraisers. CF Raceday is a day-long event where owners of all types of vehicles can take part in a relaxing drive. It offers a unique itinerary packed with activities, prizes and fun each year to keep the event fresh and interesting.
2011 marks the 6th year of this unusual fundraiser that has raised close to over $250,000 towards finding a cure for Cystic Fibrosis.


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Cystic Fibrosis, The Disease
CF (Cystic Fibrosis) is the most common, fatal inherited disease affecting young Canadians. Cystic Fibrosis is a multi-organ disorder that affects primarily the lungs and the digestive system. A build up of thick mucus in the lungs causes severe respiratory problems. In the digestive tract, Cystic Fibrosis makes it extremely difficult to digest and absorb adequate vitamins and nutrients from food. Thick mucus builds up and blocks the ducts of the pancreas, preventing enzymes, which help digest food, from reaching the intestines. Ultimately, most Cystic Fibrosis deaths are due to lung disease.

Living with Cystic Fibrosis
There is no typical individual with cystic fibrosis. While most people lead relatively normal lives, all persons affected by the disease must follow rigorous, individualized treatment programs. Demanding daily routines of physical and, sometimes, inhalation therapies, help loosen the mucus that clogs the lungs and keep them free of congestion and infection. With every meal and snack, children and adults with Cystic Fibrosis must consume a large number of digestive enzymes (on average 20 pills a day) to help absorb adequate nutrients from food. Additionally, persons with Cystic Fibrosis usually take nutritional supplements and vitamins to promote good health, and are encouraged to regularly attend a Cystic Fibrosis clinic as an essential part of care and treatment.

Cystic Fibrosis Canada
The Cystic Fibrosis Canada is a world leader in the fight against Cystic Fibrosis. Canadians discovered the gene responsible for cystic fibrosis in 1989, and continues to play a leading role in the worldwide race to develop new treatments for the disease. With developments in research and treatment in Canada, the median age of survival has increased from four years in 1960, to upwards of 46 years today.

Click here to view a study on the Cystic Fibrosis Patient Data Report for 2008 which outline median age expectancy and more

Cystic Fibrosis Canada's clinical programs have contributed to dramatic improvements in survival of young Canadians with Cystic Fibrosis. In the 1960's most children with Cystic Fibrosis did not live long enough to attend kindergarten; today, half of all Canadians with Cystic Fibrosis are expected to live into their 40s and even beyond.

Want to learn more?
• Cystic Fibrosis In Canada Pamphlet Download pdf, 416KB
• Candid Facts Spring 2010 Download pdf, 1.2 MB
• Cystic Fibrosis Canada About Cystic Fibrosis



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