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Olympus Pink Campaign Supports Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

OLYMPUS THINKS PINK WITH FREE ACCESSORIES IN SUPPORT OF THE CANADIAN BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., October 13, 2011 – For the second year in a row, Olympus® is partnering with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation to help raise money for its research, education and awareness programs. To show their support of breast cancer awareness month, Olympus is offering free limited edition pink camera accessories with the purchase of specially marked camera packages during October. Customers can choose between a pink float strap and a pink trimmed neoprene camera case to show their support. This special offer is available while supplies last, through to the end of October wherever Olympus products are sold.

“Olympus is a strong supporter of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, contributing $50,000 to fund ground-breaking research,” said Jennifer Colucci, associate manager, public relations, Olympus. “Olympus is proud to help the foundation in their ongoing efforts to create a future without breast cancer.”

The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation’s focus is to bring a voice to those affected by breast cancer. The organization is a leader in funding and advocating for relevant and innovative research, meaningful education and awareness programs and a positive quality of life for those living with breast cancer.

“The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation is proud of the partnerships we have formed with leading corporations who are committed to supporting the vital work of the Foundation and Olympus is a key example of a corporation that is a true champion of the cause,” said Diane Gordon, Vice President, National Development, Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

About the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – 25 Years of Progress
For the last 25 years, the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation has been at the forefront of a nation-wide movement to raise awareness and mobilize action on breast cancer. Today, the Foundation is the leading organization in Canada dedicated to creating a future without breast cancer. Since 1986, from coast to coast, we have invested over $248 million to fund vital research and community health grants that have led progress in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care. Visit cbcf.org and join the movement.

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