Imagine a Cure for Leukemia was born in 2006 with the purpose of providing hope, strength and courage to people with leukemia. We fund projects where medical breakthroughs have already been achieved, and where additional money is needed to turn them into better treatments for people. To date we have raised and donated more than $1.58 million dollars to advance promising research by world leading medical researchers.
Thank you for your support,
Nara Abrams- Founder + Director
Ron Segal- Accouting
Nara Abrams
I am a dedicated Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor with over a decade of experience coaching at premier boutique fitness studios across the GTA since 2011. My journey with Imagine a Cure for Leukemia began in 2006, when my beloved mom, Miriam Segal, was diagnosed with leukemia. What started as a way to celebrate her first successful round of treatment and support groundbreaking research became a lasting mission after her passing. Today, I remain committed to honouring her memory and helping fund the research needed to ensure no other family has to face this devastating disease.
Brian Abrams
A passionate advocate for both vision and hope, Dr. Abrams has been serving the Woodbridge community as a trusted optometrist since founding his family eye care practice in 1994. His commitment to leukemia research began in 2000, when his beloved mother-in-law was diagnosed with the disease. Since then, he has been a dedicated Director of Imagine A Cure for Leukemia. Outside of the clinic and his philanthropic work, Brian can be found on the golf course or cheering on his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs.
Francine Schwartz
Francine is an experienced educator with a strong passion for critical thinking, technology-embedded learning, and the potential of AI to enhance education, She is dedicated to building meaningful relationships that drive progress and support lasting change. She believes in the power of collaboration to move important mandates forward and is proud to support the important work that Imagine a Cure for Leukemias is doing to advance research and help find a cure.
Perry Schwartz
Perry is the founder and president of FrequencyPR Inc., a boutique communications agency specializing in strategic public relations and brand storytelling. He also serves as Vice President of Marketing for JCC Toronto, where he leads community-focused initiatives that celebrate Jewish identity, inclusion, and wellness. With a strong belief in the power of purpose-driven work, Perry brings deep expertise in marketing, media, and community engagement to his role on the board. He is proud to support Imagine a Cure for Leukemia in its mission to fund groundbreaking research and improve the lives of those affected by leukemia.
For our charity, raising money through fundraising programs has been relatively easy, given the generosity of people in our community. But we realized early on that using it wisely required professional help. So in 2006, we joined forces with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada which has the expertise to assess the many projects researchers are pursuing. Since that time we’ve relied heavily on their advice and made annual grants for specific, promising research initiatives totaling over 1.58 Million Dollars.
Charitable Organization Number: 83964 6320 RR0001
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/charities-giving/charities-listings.html
April 4, 1947 - October 11, 2007
Miriam Segal was one of the people who inspired us to start Imagine A Cure for Leukemia in 2006. Miriam was an incredible person who touched so many people with her compassion, generosity and love for family and friends.
Miriam's unbelievable internal strength, courage and determination to fight her disease gave her family and friend's comfort during her illness. Her presence gave us the motivation to raise awareness and funds for Leukemia research.
Miriam was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia in 2000, which transformed to Prolymphocytic Leukemia in 2005 (a rare form Leukemia - especially in women). She did her first round of chemotherapy in 2005 followed by a small bout of radiation and another round of chemo in June 2006. On September 4, 2007 she went to The Arthur James Cancer Centre in Columbus Ohio where she received an experimental treatment. Her care was managed by a wonderful team of doctors on the leading edge of Leukemia research.
She went through all her treatments with dignity and optimism. Miriam was 60 years old at the time of her death and left her devoted husband Ron, her mother Helen, her siblings and her children Adam, Nara and Brian and her precious grandchildren Bayley and Matthew.
Miriam's zest for life inspired us to begin Imagine a Cure ... and the courage and optimism she displayed in fighting this disease inspires us to continue.
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