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Curling for a Cure

The 6th annual Curling for a Cure Funspiel was held in Minnedosa on February 14th to 16th. Curling for a Cure started in 2018 by Nick Melynk. Nick was  a strong supporter of raising funds towards cancer research and programs.  Sadly, Nick passed away three days after the first year’s event.  The family has continued the annual event in memory of Nick.  Curling for a Cure 2025 consisted of 24 curling teams coming together to support two amazing causes: The Candlelighters Childhood Cancer program and Neepawa Cancer Care Unit.  This event raised $40,060.00 which is being split between the two organizations. 

This is the first year for the event where funds are being dedicated to the Neepawa Cancer Care Unit and the organizers have set out that for the next nine years, where half of the proceeds will continue to benefit the Neepawa Community Cancer Program. Over the past six years, close to $135 thousand has been raised for cancer care in the region.

The Dream Ride, skipped by Grant Babcock with team members Gary Forgue, third, second Michelle Babcock and lead Marsha Forgue captured this year’s event. Next year’s event has already sold out and organizers are reviewing ways to expand it to more teams in 2026.

The Dream Ride, skipped by Grant Babcock with team members Gary Forgue, third, second Michelle Babcock and lead Marsha Forgue captured this year’s event.
Grant Babcock with team members Gary Forgue, third, second Michelle Babcock and lead Marsha Forgue