Fight for the Cure Information

Founded in 2008, Fight for the Cure is Ottawa’s only white collar charity boxing gala. All proceeds from Fight for the Cure support The Ottawa Cancer Foundation's unique cancer coaching, clinical trials and groundbreaking cancer research programs. The evening features a gourmet dinner, white-collar feature bouts and celebrity guests. This unique event is perfect for hosting valued clients, networking and staff appreciation. Fight for the Cure (FFTC) is where competitors trade in the comforts of their 3-piece suits in exchange for 16 oz mitts, trunks and headgear. FFTC has seen competitors from all corners of the professional world – from lawyers to financial savants; from sales/marketing gurus to politicians. Most notably, in 2014, then Member of Parliament for Papineau and now Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau competed against Tory Senator Patrick Brazeau. In an electric bout, Justin won via 3rd round stoppage. FFTC has raised millions of dollars over the years for the Ottawa Cancer Foundation, as well as providing one scholarship per year to a student who has been affected by cancer through the Frank Whitteker Memorial Scholarship.