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Former Vancouver Canucks goalie Kirk McLean and wife Genevieve are lending support to Vancouver General Hospital's Greater than Cancer initiative that aims to raise $35 million for cancer research and treatment.

Genevieve is a three-time cancer survivor who credits her survival because of the advancements in cancer research technology and aims to put a face to her story. She recalls their fight against disease dates back to the dawn of their relationship.

Shortly after he hung up the glove and blocker, Kirk's parents passed from cancer six months apart when they were 65 and 67 years old. He met Genevieve after their passing.

“When you think of losing both of your parents in your late 30s. That's hard for anybody," Genevieve said.

The Vancouver Canucks

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