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What is OktoberFEAST?

OktoberFEAST is a unique experience that brings Ontario craft brewers and gourmet food trucks together at Evergreen Brick Works to raise funds for the fight against cancer. This new event will unite brewers and beer enthusiasts, hot restaurants and foodies, and Canada’s most trusted cancer charity and cancer fighters for an unforgettable night out.

When and where is OktoberFEAST?

Set at Evergreen Brick Works, named one of the top ten geotourism destinations in the world by National Geographic, OktoberFEAST will take place on Friday, October 25th with doors opening at 5 pm.

What can I expect to happen at the event?

Inspired by traditions started in Munich, Germany over 200 years ago, the Canadian Cancer Society’s OktoberFEAST will capture the spirit of traditional Bavarian celebrations through food, drink and festivities. From lagers to stouts, fruit beers to ales, OktoberFEAST will have something to drink for everyone. There will also be a number of food trucks and vendors onsite serving up unique, delicious meals and plenty of Bavarian spirit complete with bonfires and beer wenches!

Where can I buy tickets?

Tickets are available in advance of the event at cancer.ca/oktoberfeast.

What is the Prost! ticket package?

The Prost! Package is a special VIP ticket that includes: admission, line bypass, a stein and VIP seating.

Is this an indoor or outdoor event?

The Evergreen Brick Works venue is sheltered, but it is considered an outdoor space. While you can always warm up next to the bonfire, we suggest you dress warmly.

Will the event be cancelled if it rains? Or snows??

OktoberFEAST will take place rain or shine.

How do I purchase food at the event?

Food can be purchased directly from our food truck vendors using cash. The vendors will then donate a portion of the proceeds from their sales to the Canadian Cancer Society.

How do I purchase drinks at the event?

If you purchase our special Prost! VIP ticket, you will receive 5 drink tickets. Otherwise, drink tickets can be purchased at the event using cash, debit or credit cards. The tickets will be $6 each or 4 for $20.

What size drinks will I get with the drink tickets?

The beer is a 14 ounce pour.

I have a food truck, brewery, or winery and want to participate, how do I get involved?

Please contact Susanne Morphet at 416-323-7147 or by emailing smorphet@ontario.cancer.ca.

Where do the funds raised at OktoberFEAST go?

The proceeds from OktoberFEAST help the Canadian Cancer Society have more impact, against more cancers in more communities than any other cancer charity in Canada. You are helping us to:

• Fund life-saving cancer research. More people are surviving cancer than ever before. Today, 62% of people diagnosed with cancer will survive compared to only 25% in the 1940s when we began funding research.
• Stop cancer before it starts. Our researchers are leading the fight to prevent cancer while we promote healthy lifestyles and advocate for policies that protect our health.
• Ensure no one facing cancer is alone by offering compassionate services and support to those living with cancer and their families and friends.
• Empower Canadians with information about cancer to help them make informed choices about their health.

A portion of the proceeds from this event will help fund a joint initiative between Evergreen Brickworks and the Canadian Cancer Society to develop a sun safety program for elementary school students.

Venue

Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview Ave., Toronto ON
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Uber: Arrive at OktoberFEAST in Style

OktoberFEAST has partnered up with Uber to provide classy black car rides to our guests!

Just think, no waiting for cabs tonight! With the touch of a button, you'll be riding like a celebrity in a swanky black sedan.

• Code: Oktoberfeast
• Offer: Try Uber and get your first BLACK CAR ride for FREE! (up to $30 off) Just head to www.uber.com/GO/Oktoberfeast to signup and redeem to your discount!

Redeeming the promotion is simple:

1. Sign up in the Uber iPhone or Android application, or on Uber.com, and use your unique promo code Oktoberfeast.
2. If you're already signed up, go to the user options menu in the app and click "Promotion Code" or sign in on Uber.com and go to "Promotions" to input your code.
3. Open the app, set your location, request your black car, and watch your chauffeured ride pull up within minutes!
4. Ride in style! Everything is billed through the app so you can ride without your wallet.

Questions or concerns? Don't hesitate to reach out to the Uber team directly: supportToronto@uber.com

Transit directions

A shuttle bus will be available from Broadview Station.

Your Money at Work

With you by our side, the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the fight against all cancers. Because of you, we have more impact, against more cancers in more communities than any other cancer charity in Canada. Your generous donations fund:

• life-saving cancer research
• information and support services for cancer patients and their families
• prevention efforts that reduce your risk of cancer
• advocacy initiatives that protect the health of all Canadians

Last year, with the support of our donors, we invested $58.9 million in the fight for life. Highlights include:

• We funded $21.3 million in life-saving research that is transforming the way cancer is prevented, diagnosed, and treated.
• Our volunteers drove 15,600 cancer patients on 197,000 trips to life-saving treatment appointments.
• Our Cancer Information Service empowered 24,598 cancer patients with the information they need to better understand their diagnosis and make informed decisions about their health.
• Our specially trained volunteers reached 15,380 people through conversations and presentations on the importance of early detection and cancer screening.

View our Annual Report to learn more about how we are fighting back against cancer.

About the Society

As Canada’s longest standing and most trusted cancer charity, the Canadian Cancer Society has been making a difference in the lives of Canadians for 75 years. We are a national, community-based organization of volunteers whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer.

By taking a stand against cancer, we work to:

• Save lives. Our researchers continue to discover new information that is transforming diagnosis and treatment.
• Stop cancer before it starts. Our researchers are leading the way to find ways to prevent cancer while we promote healthy lifestyles and advocate for policies that protect the public.
• Ensure no one faces cancer alone. We offer community services and support to those living with cancer and their families and friends.
• Empower Canadians. We provide credible information on cancer to help them make informed choices about their health.

Visit www.cancer.ca or call 1-888-939-3333 for information about cancer, our services, to make a donation or volunteer.

For more information on OktoberFEAST, contact:

Leviana Coccia
Phone: 416-323-7136
E-mail: lcoccia@ontario.cancer.ca