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Who is better at decorating: Is it Dina Pugliese or Frank Ferragine? Brad Smith stops by Breakfast Television to judge the ultimate gingerbread contest in support of Meagan's HUG!

We had the chance to talk with Denise Bebenek, founder of Meagan’s HUG about what they do to help children and their families to avoid the suffering of pediatric brain tumours.

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Denise Bebenek started Meagan’s Hug after losing her daughter Meagan to a brain tumour, and 20 years later the organization continues to grow raising funds and awareness about paediatric brain tumours.

Now, with the pandemic, the fundraiser has evolved once again.

On Sept. 12, the group is holding a family-friendly drive-in event called “Honks for Hope.”

Toronto-based charity raises funds to advance paediatric brain tumour research.

The CN Tower was lit up Saturday evening to honour the "Meagan's Hug" charity.

For Canadian Cancer Awareness month, Meagan’s Walk has pivoted during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Initiative has raised more than $5 million for paediatric brain tumour research

A movement started by a mom – that’s Meagan’s Walk. Denise Bebenek is the mom behind it.

Thousands came out for Meagan's Walk in support of paediatric brain tumour research.

Meagan's Walk, now in its 17th year, is held annually in memory of Meagan Bebenek.

Denise Bebenek, Founder, Meagan's Walk, joined Shaun McIver, Chief Client Officer, TMX Group, to close the market to celebrate the 17th annual Meagan's Walk.

16th annual Meagan's Walk honours young Toronto girl who died from rare brain tumour

Event has raised $4.5 million for brain tumour research

Charity put $460K towards research into brain tumours at Sick Kids hospital

Thousands took part in Meagan's HUG to raise funds for paediatric brain tumour research.

Come join Shut The Front Door Improv April 22nd at the London Music Club in support of Meagan's Walk and Sick Kids.

Denise Bebenek, who created Meagan’s Walk, a fundraising event in honour of daughter who died from a paediatric brain tumour when she was four-years-old.