W Booth Supports Cancer Patient Care
Help support advanced cancer patients during treatment
From October 21 to November 12, join the W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology, in the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University in raising at least $3,000 to support patient care initiatives for chemotherapy patients at the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre (GRRCC).
Honouring Tom Lee: A Legacy of Leadership and Courage
Tom Lee joined the W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology as the W. Booth Endowed Chair for Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation in 2021. Very soon he became an integral member and assumed leadership roles, serving as the Program Lead for the Master of Engineering Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MEEI) from January 2021 and then Associate Director of Graduate Programs from July 2022. Following a sudden advanced cancer diagnosis in 2022, Tom made the painful decision to retire from his position in July 2023.
Although his tenure was short, Tom became known for his leadership, creativity, and dedication to students, and Tom became an integral and beloved figure in the Booth and McMaster community.
In April 2022, Tom was diagnosed with stage three colon cancer and in spite of aggressive treatment, his illness progressed to stage four metastatic cancer by the end of 2023. Today, Tom is undergoing palliative chemotherapy at the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre (GRRCC) in Kitchener, ON. In spite of his health challenges, Tom has continued to expand his connection to the community through on-going fundraising and outreach initiatives.
Throughout his treatment journey, Tom has found comfort in the care he receives at GRRCC. The support and resources available to patients during this challenging time are vital. In honor of Tom's bravery, we aim to raise $3,000 to enhance patient care initiatives at GRRCC, contributing to the ongoing compassionate care that patients deserve.
'How you can help'
Make a difference today: Support cancer patients and honour Tom Lee
Your donation can make a world of difference for cancer patients who rely on the comfort and care provided by technology chairs at GRRCC. Every dollar counts as we work toward our $3,000 goal, ensuring that these chairs continue to offer the relief they provide during long chemotherapy treatments.
Ways to Give:
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Online Donation: You can contribute directly to this fundraiser by clicking the donation button at the top of the page.
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Spread the Word: Share this page with your network to help us reach more people who care.
Thank you for your support!
By donating to the W Booth School Supports Chemo Care campaign, you are helping to recognize Tom Lee’s legacy at McMaster while contributing to the enhancement of patient support services and resources that make a difference in their treatment experience.
Help us reach our goal! Donate now.
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When someone is diagnosed with cancer, everything changes. At Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, we understand how overwhelming it is to learn you or a loved one has cancer. That’s why we focus on specialized, personalized care.
As the only cancer centre in the region, we serve over 800,000 people and are the sole provider of radiation therapy. With more than 100,000 patient visits annually, we have the shortest wait times for cancer services in Ontario. Our care includes chemotherapy, radiation therapy, clinical trials, supportive care, inpatient oncology, and palliative care.
Grand River is the main site and partner for the Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program, overseeing cancer care across Waterloo Region, Wellington County, and southern Grey County. Through partnerships with seven local hospitals, we ensure access to specialized care close to home.
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W Booth Supports Cancer Patient Care
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