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Moncton, NB - Friday, August 9, 2019 - Assumption Life has donated $ 60 000 to the Atlantic Cancer Research Institute (ACRI) as part of its annual Greater Forth for Research Golf Tournament !


For the third year in a row, former National Hockey League player Guy Lafleur was present at the Tournament. Famous # 10 met with the teams, participated in a photo session, and gave a speech and answered questions in the evening.

"From near and far, we have all been touched by cancer and this cause is important to us. We recognize the tremendous work of Dr. Ouellette and the entire ACRI team, "said Sebastien Dupuis, President and CEO of Assumption Life.

ACRI would like to thank Assumption Life and everyone involved and their generous support. "The Atlantic Cancer Research Institute is fortunate to have the unwavering support of a partner of Assumption Life's caliber. For nearly two decades, Assumption Life has mobilized its employees and its network to make a major contribution to the advancement of cancer research in New Brunswick, "says Dr. Rodney Ouellette, President and Scientific Director of Research.

The funds raised at this tournament will allow ACRI to continue their research and thus contribute to improving the care of cancer patients and ultimately find a cure for this disease that afflicts so many families across the country.

Since 2001, Assumption Life has contributed more than $ 1.6 million to the Institute.

Moreover, Assumption Life is extremely proud of its values ​​of mutual aid and community involvement, which are reflected each year with substantial contributions to many causes. "We are proud of our partnership with the Atlantic Cancer Research Institute and the positive impact that this important organization has on our community, our province and our country," said Mr. Dupuis.

Last year, the Mutual offered more than $ 450,000 in philanthropic actions, including nearly 1,200 hours of volunteer work by its employees. "We want to make a difference in the world around us, and that's not just done by writing a check. We take great pride in the mutual support culture that exists within our company, "says Réjean Boudreau, Vice President and Head of Organizational Development.

In 2018, more than 130 organizations benefited from the generosity of the company and the company stresses that so many contributions are expected in 2019.

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Atlantic Cancer Research Institute 
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The Atlantic Cancer Research Institute

 (ACRI) is a non-profit organization founded in late 1998 and housed at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Centre in Moncton. Thanks to its unique expertise, ACRI has become a true centre of excellence in cancer research.


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