Mark Roberts

"That's well over our goal," Mark Roberts, the Yukon coordinator for the society, said in an interview this morning.
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Roberts noted one cancer survivor from Saskatchewan was visiting the territory and decided to become part of the event. As each participant took his or her turn walking or running the track, others taking a break were entertained throughout the evening by groups like the Snowshoe Shufflers, a skipping group and a blue grass band, among others. At midnight, more than 500 luminaries lined the track in memory of those who have died of cancer.Residents were able to purchase the luminaries prior to the event."It completely circled the track," Roberts said. The event was very touching, he added. There were also numerous prizes handed out throughout the evening for things like the best-dressed team and best camp area.By the time 5:30 a.m. Sunday rolled around, participants were ready for the pancake breakfast served up by volunteers.At 7 a.m., closing ceremonies were held. "There was so much energy," Roberts said, noting the amount of work volunteers put into the event.He also noted as the event was being held, Yukon cancer patients were Outside receiving treatments.Roberts said the local chapter will definitely host the Relay for Life again next year.