Movember. Give some love and support to the men in your life!
Back in 2003, two friends were in a bar in Melbourne, Australia having beers and shooting the breeze about everything and anything. They end up talking about fashion trends, how they come and go, Moustache came to mind and how they could resurrect this popular trend of the 70’s and the rest became history as they say!
Today it is a global movement in support of Men’s Health, the biggest charity for men in the world.
It is not always top of mind, but we lose so many men in our lives way too early, I certainly can speak by experience as I lost my father when he was 56 years old and my brother when he was 54 years old, how many fathers, sons, and friends die way too early!
DID YOU KNOW?
- 60 men die of suicide every hour, every day in the world!
- In 2020, an estimated 375,304 people worldwide died from prostate cancer
- With 74 500 new cases worldwide in 2020, testicular cancer ranks as the 20th leading cancer type, but is the most common cancer in young men of European ancestry
- In 2019, heart disease was the cause of death for 357,761 males. (CDC) in the United States.

Movember focuses on Suicide Prevention & Mental Wellness, Prostate and Testicular Cancer, and other cause of death for men.
- Over 1,250 men’s health projects funded since 2003.
- Since 2003, there have been over 22 countries participating
- 20 countries partnered with Movember for Research in Men’s Health
- Close to 7 million people, Mo Bros, and Mo Siters since 2003 and counting...
Participating countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Hong Kong, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK, and USA.

There are many ways to support our men through Movember:
- GROW A MO; If there's one thing The Order of Mo is known for, it's this. Growing a Mo is our symbol for better men’s health. It also grabs attention and starts important conversations. So, give it a go – it shows the world you stand for healthier men and a healthier world!
- MOVE FOR MENTAL HEALTH; move is how The Order of Mo remembers the 60 men lost to suicide globally, every hour. To take part, all you must do is run or walk 60km. Cover the distance in one go or over the month.
- HOST A MO-MENT; the Order of Mo loves a gathering. So get your believers, supporters and followers around. Host an event that raises awareness and funds for men’s health. Make having a good time your goal and you won’t go wrong.
- MO YOUR OWN WAY; there are many ways to support The Order of Mo. That’s why we have Mo Your Own Way. Climb a mountain, break a personal best, quit a bad habit for a month or take on a dare for men’s health. Do it your way and you won’t go wrong.
- FUNDRAISE AT YOUR WORKPLACE; forget regular team building activities. Movember has them beat. Doing Movember at work is a great way for you and your workplace to champion men's health. Not only is it loads of fun – it also brings people closer together, drives employee engagement and boosts job satisfaction.
- JUST DONATE! Every little bit helps!
THE MO IS CALLING
Movember is our time to unite. To take on mental health, suicide, heart diseases, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. And you coming along for the ride only makes us stronger.
For more information and how to support the men in your life go to:
https://ca.movember.com/support-us






