Thursday, February 25, 2010

Welcome to the WCBCF Blog: Who Are We?

The World Conference on Breast Cancer Foundation is an incorporated charity, registered in Canada, and dedicated to international and multi-disciplinary, global action on breast cancer.


About the Blogger: Kim Tempest


Kim Tempest’s mantra is “Passion in Everything” which is exactly the approach she took while fighting her breast cancer diagnosis at 41. Kim has used her experience to educate and support other young women through volunteer efforts with a number of breast cancer focused organizations. Kim has participated on advisory panels; as a guest speaker; written articles for a variety of publications; and has been a media spokesperson for fundraising events. In addition, Kim is currently writing a book which is a humorous account of her personal experience with breast cancer. Kim has over 25 years of business experience in both the private and public sectors. She is an experienced Project Manager and is currently in a communications role with WorkSafeBC. Kim is married and living in North Vancouver BC. Kim has an 11 year old daughter, an 18 year old step son and a 21 year old step daughter.