Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation Safeway Campaign - 2008

I enjoyed spending the day (well, six hours!) at the Arbutus Safeway on Saturday, October 18, 2008.

Linda, the boss lady was both efficient and charming. We had two booths in operation, one at the storefront entrance and one at the Mall entrance. My booth was set up at the latter location and was staffed by Linda’s daughter.

I wore my AIAB shirt and black pants and had taken my pink umbrella, my wood paddle with all the names of Breasting the Waves (my first team) and my 2008 photo album! There were also CBCF stickers, buttons, and brochures, etc.

I did not spend too much time there, because I found that it was better to approach folks “one on one”. However, it was HARD work, as I must have walked around the store MANY, many times. I either received handfuls of change or small bills! Fortunately, several members of St. Philip’s Anglican Church (my church on Dunbar) shop at Arbutus Village and they are always very generous, because they know me and know my story!

At the outdoor entrance, another table was set up where a “cupcake” with icing, was being sold with a free glass of pink juice. This is a good idea so one doesn’t get so messy!

Over the course of the day, we collected well over $400.00. I thought this was a pretty good effort on everyone’s part. We should definitely promote this event among AIAB members next year, as one had the opportunity to meet many people who may not have heard about us. It was such a good day!

Anne Anthony