PROUD TO SUPPORT JULIA DAWSON & FAMILY – RECIPIENT FOR 2ND QUARTER 2020

100Brokers • June 25, 2020

100Brokers Members voted and we are very pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $2,500 to Julia Dawson & Family, Recipient of the 2nd Quarter vote of 2020.

Julia Dawson was an active 7 year old until she was diagnosed with Leukemia, a cancer of the blood, in 2015, just after her 8th birthday. When Julia was finally finished treatment in 2017, the Dawson family thought their cancer journey was behind them.

Julia is an amazingly supportive 13 year old young lady to her fellow cancer patient friends and nurses at Children’s Hospital. This is her second bought with this nasty disease. Let’s help to contribute and show the Dawson family what support from 100 Brokers Who Care is all about!

Thank you to Lana Russell for bringing this Cause to our attention.

Nomination Story:
Julia Dawson was an active 7 year old, loving soccer, camping trips and always climbing trees with her friends until she was diagnosed with Leukemia, a cancer of the blood, in 2015, just after her 8th birthday. The Dawson family was supported by fundraisers, family and friends through the rough first 8 months of treatment with mother, Rachel, taking a leave from work to be with and support Julia. When Julia was finally finished treatment in 2017, the Dawson family thought their cancer journey was behind them and settled into their ‘new normal’, thinking and praying that there was nothing but good health and time ahead of them.

Sadly, Julia relapsed in November of 2019. While most girls her age were celebrating their 13th birthdays, exploring makeup and flirting with boys, Julia was having surgeries, non stop chemotherapy and blood transfusions. This time, the family’s financial need is greater than ever. Having leaned on family and friends during the first diagnosis, they don’t want to ask too much of them the second time around. Mother, Rachel, has taken another leave from her work as an Associate Director at Simon Fraser University, without any certainty of the impact this will have on her career or possibilities of returning to the same position when Julia’s treatment is complete. This pandemic, which is another “C” word that I don’t want to name, has thrown another wrench into the family’s financial well being and stress as Julia’s father, Andrew, receives primarily a commission based income with a small aerial survey mapping company and has had a significant decrease in income.

What they do know is that, at this time, they need to be there for Julia and their family. The Dawson family is thankful for any support that can keep them going and keep their two daughters happy and positive during this very difficult and trying time. Let’s help to contribute and show the Dawson family what support from 100 Brokers Who Care is all about!

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PROUD TO SUPPORT Chico-Battling Cancer RECIPIENT EASTERN 2nd QUARTER 2026

May 9, 2026

Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Chico - Battling Cancer our Recipient of the 2nd Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Rosa Bovino for bringing this Cause to our attention. Chico is a loving husband and father who has always given back to his community, family, and friends. His life changed unexpectedly when he suffered a sudden seizure and was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. His family has stood by his side through every challenge, and he has been unable to work due to his condition. Despite exhausting all conventional treatment options, there is still hope. Optune Gio is a device that could slow the tumor's growth and give Chico more precious time with his loved ones. However, the cost of this life-extending treatment is overwhelming, and his family urgently needs support to afford it. Chico's journey has been incredibly tough, but the community has rallied around him. Your support, no matter the size, will go directly toward his care, easing the financial burden on his family during this difficult time. Together, we can help Chico access the treatment he needs and allow him to focus on what matters most—spending time with the people he loves. Thank you for your kindness and generosity during this critical time.

PROUD TO SUPPORT Lawson Needs Our Help RECIPIENT WESTERN 2nd QUARTER 2026

By Brokers Who Care • May 9, 2026

Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Lawson-Needs Our Help our Recipient of the 1st Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Emily Miszk for bringing this Cause to our attention. About a year ago, what appeared to be a routine illness became a life-threatening crisis. Lawson developed massive blood clots, and during a procedure, his heart stopped. He went without oxygen for up to 45 minutes and required CPR and ECMO life support to survive. Against incredible odds, Lawson is still here. He is now off life support, but he sustained significant brain injury. His recovery requires ongoing, intensive therapy, specialized care, and long-term medical support. Before this, Lawson was an active, sports-loving kid, often found at the rink supporting his older brother Cooper—a team captain who continues to show remarkable strength and leadership through it all. Today, Lawson’s family is navigating time away from work, ongoing medical travel, and the emotional and financial weight of rebuilding their lives around his recovery. Your vote is more than financial support—it’s access to therapy, care, and the opportunity for Lawson to reach his fullest potential. Lawson has already shown incredible strength. With our support, his story can continue to be one of resilience, progress, and hope.

PROUD TO SUPPORT Let's Cure Lucas RECIPIENT EASTERN 1st QUARTER 2026

By Brokers Who Care • February 16, 2026

Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Let's Cure Lucas - Fighting an Ultra-Rare Genetic Disease our Recipient of the 1st Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Rocco Mongelli for bringing this Cause to our attention. Lucas Azevedo is a four-year-old with an ultra-rare gene variant affecting the RBM28 gene—a condition so rare that only one other child in the world has been discovered with it. This disease is currently unnamed and has no cure, but his smile and spirit inspire everyone around him. Lucas lives with significant physical challenges. His ultra-rare gene variant affects all four of his limbs, his balance and coordination, his speech, his oral strength, and much more. His muscles are both tight and fragile, making even the simplest movements a challenge against gravity itself. Nothing happens automatically for him—every movement requires intention, strength, and support. The RBM28 variant affects his cerebellum, the area of the brain vital for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, posture, and motor learning. While there is currently no cure, gene therapy has been developed and has proven successful in stopping progression for many ultra-rare diseases. Lucas's family is hopeful about ongoing research and potential breakthroughs. In the meantime, Lucas works incredibly hard six days a week undergoing physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, swallowing therapy, and hydrotherapy to build strength and independence. His goal is to walk independently, run, jump, and ride a bike. Your support directly funds the therapies and care that allow Lucas to keep fighting and growing stronger. Together, we can help this remarkable little boy achieve his dreams and contribute to the research that may one day lead to a cure. Thank you for standing with Lucas and his family in this urgent fight.