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Take off to the land of gastronomy thanks to the PROCURE Lottery “VIP Experience in Italy” !
Enter for a chance to win a trip for two to Bologna, Italy, from May 25th to 30th, 2023, valued at $12,500! Be among the lucky ones who will have the chance to win a dream trip while supporting the fight against prostate cancer.
Buy your lottery tickets
This lottery is open only to residents of Quebec, aged 18 and over.
Raffle ticket numbers are sent automatically and electronically only. It is therefore important to ensure that the email address provided during the transaction is valid and accessible. Save the email containing your ticket number(s).
Please note that your purchase is not eligible for an official donation receipt for tax purposes.
RACJ #550
The winning ticket is...
The draw took place on April 28th, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at PROCURE’s administrative offices, in the presence of Laurent Proulx, President and Chief Executive Officer of PROCURE, Anthony Lamour, Director of Development, Partnerships and Strategic Alliances at PROCURE, and Isabelle Pagé, Spokesperson for PROCURE.
The winning ticket is: #00347 / #7923-001
The winner is Alexandre Canuel from Sainte-Adèle.
Congratulations and thank you all for your participation!
The draw will take place in...
Prize description
The prize includes:
- 2 round-trip Montreal-Bologna plane tickets in economy
- 5 nights at the 5-star Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni
- Itinerary and VIP experiences
Your itinerary
Bologna in all its splendor awaits you for a stay where we take care of you and make you live an unforgettable experience!
Arrival in Bologna
May 26th
VIP visit and gourmet meal at the Umberto Cesari vineyard
May 27th
Cultural and gourmet private guided tour of Bologna
Lamborghini Museum VIP Tour
Dinner at the 2-star Michelin restaurant San Domenico
May 28th
VIP box tickets for a Bologna FC 1909 match
Meals at the Terrazza Bernardini VIP lounge
May 29th
Free visit day
May 30th
Return to Quebec
Discover Bologna
The city of Bologna is a popular destination for foodies and one of the best-eating cities in Italy. It is located in the Emilia-Romagna region, the land of parmesan cheese, prosciutto di Parma and balsamic vinegar of Modena. A great destination to take a dolce vita break, the Italian way!
What you will visit
Umberto Cesari Winery
Many know Umberto Cesari wines but few can say that they have walked in the vineyard where they are produced!
Enjoy a VIP discovery tour of the native grape varieties of Emilia-Romagna, through a tasting of Umberto Cesari wines which are the best expression of the traditions of their growing areas, as well as a guided tour of their wine cellar and their barrel cellar. This guided exploration followed by a gourmet meal in the vineyard will please all your senses and allow you to better appreciate the refinement of these exceptional wines.
Cultural and gourmet private guided tour of Bologna
During your stay, you will be accompanied by a private guide for a few hours on a walking tour of the city to help you discover the magnificent arcaded streets, stalls dedicated to gastronomy and local shops.
A tour dedicated to the culture and gastronomy of the region during which you will stop in old Bolognese grocery stores to taste local products while learning about their history.
Lamborghini Museum
A VIP guided visit to the Lamborghini museum will also be on the schedule! Visit the Museum of Technology (MUDETEC), where fascinating history, iconic models and production line tours tell the story of over 50 years of innovation that propels Lamborghini into the future.
Not only will you be able to take a closer look at these sports vehicles that are the envy of many, but you will even try them out thanks to the thrilling interactive driving simulator!
2-star Michelin restaurant San Domenico
Recipient of 2 Michelin stars, the San Domenico, which opened its doors in 1970, is quite simply a landmark in the history of Italian cuisine!
You will have the exclusive chance to be received in the restaurant’s private cellar, built more than 500 years ago and today containing thousands of bottles of the greatest wines of Italy, for an unparalleled dining experience. You will savor an incredible gastronomic meal, from the chef’s constantly evolving regional cuisine that composes each dish with the colors of the seasons.
Bologna FC 1909 match
Everyone knows that Bologna equals football (the European kind!). Your stay in Italy will conclude with a visit to the popular Renato Dall’Ara stadium in Bologna, where you will watch a Bologna Football Club 1909 match in an uplifting atmosphere and be entertained for a meal in the Terrazza Bernardini VIP lounge, the most exclusive area of the stadium with a panoramic terrace overlooking the pitch.
Where you will be staying
Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni
During your stay in Bologna, you will stay for 5 nights at the Grand Hotel Majestic “già Baglioni”, a prestigious 5-star hotel, luxury category, which is located in a historic building from the 18th century.
This renowned hotel has some of the most luxurious rooms and suites in the city thanks to its marvelous draperies, silky fabrics, original paintings dating from the 18th century, finely molded marbles and mosaics.
In addition enjoying impeccable service, you will certainly be charmed by the hotel’s location in the heart of downtown, a few steps from museums, theatres, galleries and cathedrals.
Where your donations go
When the excitement of winning meets the satisfaction of helping!
By buying a ticket for the PROCURE Lottery, you help advance prostate cancer research to improve the quality of life of men affected by the disease.
Buying a ticket means making a positive difference for men’s health!
All profits from this activity are donated to the charitable organization PROCURE. The PROCURE Lottery is part of one of our organization’s many fundraising activities, which allow us to offer free support services year-round for men affected by prostate cancer and their loved ones.
Regulations
- RACJ license: #550
- Tickets are on sale until April 27th, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (EST)
- Draw: Friday, April 28th, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. (EST)
- Travel dates: May 25th to 30th, 2023
- Prize value: $12,500 (CAD)
- Please note that due to the VIP formula of this trip, the travel dates and activities planned with the various partners are fixed and cannot be modified.
- The prize is non-redeemable for cash and non-transferable.
- A maximum of 10,000 tickets on sale at a unit cost of $100.
- View all regulations.
FAQ
The trip will take place from May 25th to 30th, 2023. The dates cannot be changed.
Participation in the draw is reserved for any natural person residing in Quebec and aged 18 or over.
People not eligible for the draw:
- People under the age of 18;
- People residing outside the province of Quebec;
- Employees of the PROCURE organization and members of the board of directors, as well as people living at the same civil address as them.
Lottery tickets are on sale only online, via a purchase form on the PROCURE organization’s website and on its Shopify store.
Your ticket numbers will be emailed to you automatically. Make sure you have a valid email address and enter it correctly during your transaction.
Payment for the $100 raffle ticket must be paid in full by credit card at the time of purchase.
Tickets can be purchased until April 27th, 11:59 p.m. (EST).
No ticket purchase can be cancelled or refunded and does not entitle you to any tax receipt.
The draw will take place on Friday, April 28th, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. (EST) at the administration offices of PROCURE (1320, Graham blvd, Mount-Royal, H3P 3C8) in front of a minimum of three witnesses.
The winner will be contacted by phone or email by the PROCURE organization within 3 days of the draw.
A maximum of 10,000 raffle tickets are available.
Yes, no limit of tickets per participant.
It is possible to offer a raffle ticket as a gift to anyone aged 18 and over residing in Quebec. You must enter the person’s name, street address and contact information on the ticket purchase form.
All profits from this fundraising activity are 100% donated to the PROCURE organization.
Funds raised are used to provide free support services for men affected by prostate cancer and their loved ones, as well as to fund prostate cancer research.
No, the purchase of one or more raffle tickets is not eligible for an official donation receipt for tax purposes.
Your ticket number(s) will be emailed to you automatically once your transaction is completed. It is very important to ensure that you use a valid email address that you can access for the purchase. No tickets will be printed and mailed.
Please save your confirmation email containing your ticket number(s).
Please check your spam box.
If you have still not received an email containing your ticket numbers 24 hours after your transaction, please contact us at info@procure.ca or by phone at 514 341-3000.
We identify the winner by the name and contact details matching the ticket number, as entered on the electronic form duly completed at the time of purchase. Losing your ticket number is not a problem. All tickets purchased as of April 27th, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (EST) are automatically added to the draw.
No, there is no need to print your ticket number(s) or your transaction confirmation email.
No. The prize is non-redeemable and non-transferable. The dates of the trip and the activities are fixed and cannot be changed.
For any questions or information: info@procure.ca
Campaign cabinet
President of the campaign cabinet
Joey Saputo
President of the council CF Montréal
President of Bologna FC 1909
Campaign cabinet members
Jean-François Letarte
Chairman of Mantra Pharma Group
Gilles Ducharme
President of Structurack
Stéphane Handfield
Handfield & Associés, Avocats
Jean-François Julien
Principal Senior Architect at Cardin Julien
Franco Niro
Member of the Board of Directors PROCURE
LOTO BOLOGNA
LOTO BOLOGNA
LOTTERY PROCURE - BOLOGNA
BUY YOUR TICKETS
This lottery is open only to residents of Quebec, aged 18 and over.
Raffle ticket numbers are sent automatically and electronically only. It is therefore important to ensure that the email address provided during the transaction is valid and accessible. Save the email containing your ticket number(s).
Please note that your purchase is not eligible for an official donation receipt for tax purposes.
RACJ #550
PRIZE DESCRIPTION
The prize includes:
2 round-trip Montreal-Bologna plane tickets in economy
5 nights at the 5-star Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni
Itinerary and VIP experiences
Your itinerary
Bologna in all its splendor awaits you for a stay where we take care of you and make you live an unforgettable experience!
May 25th
Arrival in Bologna
May 26th
VIP visit and gourmet meal at the Umberto Cesari vineyard
May 27th
Cultural and gourmet private guided tour of Bologna
Lamborghini Museum VIP Tour
Dinner at the 2-star Michelin restaurant San Domenico
May 28th
VIP box tickets for a Bologna FC 1909 match
Meals at the Terrazza Bernardini VIP lounge
May 29th
Free visit day
May 30th
Return to Quebec
Discover Bologna
The city of Bologna is a popular destination for foodies and one of the best-eating cities in Italy. It is located in the Emilia-Romagna region, the land of parmesan cheese, prosciutto di Parma and balsamic vinegar of Modena. A great destination to take a dolce vita break, the Italian way!
What you will visit
Umberto Cesari Winery
Many know Umberto Cesari wines but few can say that they have walked in the vineyard where they are produced!
Enjoy a VIP discovery tour of the native grape varieties of Emilia-Romagna, through a tasting of Umberto Cesari wines which are the best expression of the traditions of their growing areas, as well as a guided tour of their wine cellar and their barrel cellar. This guided exploration followed by a gourmet meal in the vineyard will please all your senses and allow you to better appreciate the refinement of these exceptional wines.
Cultural and gourmet private guided tour of Bologna
During your stay, you will be accompanied by a private guide for a few hours on a walking tour of the city to help you discover the magnificent arcaded streets, stalls dedicated to gastronomy and local shops.
A tour dedicated to the culture and gastronomy of the region during which you will stop in old Bolognese grocery stores to taste local products while learning about their history.
Lamborghini Museum
A VIP guided visit to the Lamborghini museum will also be on the schedule! Visit the Museum of Technology (MUDETEC), where fascinating history, iconic models and production line tours tell the story of over 50 years of innovation that propels Lamborghini into the future.
Not only will you be able to take a closer look at these sports vehicles that are the envy of many, but you will even try them out thanks to the thrilling interactive driving simulator!
2-star Michelin restaurant San Domenico
Recipient of 2 Michelin stars, the San Domenico, which opened its doors in 1970, is quite simply a landmark in the history of Italian cuisine!
You will have the exclusive chance to be received in the restaurant’s private cellar, built more than 500 years ago and today containing thousands of bottles of the greatest wines of Italy, for an unparalleled dining experience. You will savor an incredible gastronomic meal, from the chef’s constantly evolving regional cuisine that composes each dish with the colors of the seasons.
Bologna FC 1909 match
Everyone knows that Bologna equals football (the European kind!). Your stay in Italy will conclude with a visit to the popular Renato Dall’Ara stadium in Bologna, where you will watch a Bologna Football Club 1909 match in an uplifting atmosphere and be entertained for a meal in the Terrazza Bernardini VIP lounge, the most exclusive area of the stadium with a panoramic terrace overlooking the pitch.
Where you will be staying
During your stay in Bologna, you will stay for 5 nights at the Grand Hotel Majestic “già Baglioni”, a prestigious 5-star hotel, luxury category, which is located in a historic building from the 18th century.
This renowned hotel has some of the most luxurious rooms and suites in the city thanks to its marvelous draperies, silky fabrics, original paintings dating from the 18th century, finely molded marbles and mosaics.
In addition enjoying impeccable service, you will certainly be charmed by the hotel’s location in the heart of downtown, a few steps from museums, theatres, galleries and cathedrals.
By buying a ticket for the PROCURE Lottery, you help advance prostate cancer research to improve the quality of life of men affected by the disease.
Buying a ticket means making a positive difference for men’s health!
All profits from this activity are donated to the charitable organization PROCURE. The PROCURE Lottery is part of one of our organization’s many fundraising activities, which allow us to offer free support services year-round for men affected by prostate cancer and their loved ones.
REGULATIONS
- RACJ license: #550
- Tickets are on sale until April 27th, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (EST)
- Draw: Friday, April 28th, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. (EST)
- Travel dates: May 25th to 30th, 2023
- Prize value: $12,500 (CAD)
- Please note that due to the VIP formula of this trip, the travel dates and activities planned with the various partners are fixed and cannot be modified.
- The prize is non-redeemable for cash and non-transferable.
- A maximum of 10,000 tickets on sale at a unit cost of $100.
- View all regulations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The trip will take place from May 25th to 30th, 2023. The dates cannot be changed.
All profits from this fundraising activity are 100% paid to the PROCURE organization.
Funds raised are used to provide information and support services for men affected by prostate cancer and their loved ones, as well as to fund innovative research projects.
No, the purchase of one or more raffle tickets is not eligible for an official donation receipt for tax purposes.
Participation in the draw is reserved for any natural person residing in Quebec and aged 18 or over.
People not eligible for the draw:
- People under the age of 18;
- People residing outside the province of Quebec;
- Employees of the PROCURE organization and members of the board of directors, as well as people living at the same civil address as them
The draw will take place on Friday, April 28th, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. (EST) at the administration offices of PROCURE (1320, Graham blvd, Mount-Royal, H3P 3C8) in front of a minimum of three witnesses.
The winner will be contacted by phone or email by the PROCURE organization within 3 days of the draw.
Lottery tickets are on sale only online, via a purchase form on the PROCURE
organization’s website and on its Shopify store. Your ticket numbers will be emailed to you automatically. Make sure you have a valid email address and enter it correctly during your transaction.
Payment for the $100 raffle ticket must be paid in full by credit card at the time of purchase.
Tickets can be purchased until April 27th, 11:59 p.m. (EST).
No ticket purchase can be cancelled or refunded and does not entitle you to any tax receipt.
Yes, there is no limit on the number of tickets per person.
A maximum of 10,000 raffle tickets are available.
Your ticket number(s) will be emailed to you automatically once your transaction is completed. It is very important to ensure that you use a valid email address that you can access for the purchase. No tickets will be printed and mailed.
Please save your confirmation email containing your ticket number(s).
Please check your spam inbox.
If you have still not received an email containing your ticket 24 hours after your transaction, please contact us at info@procure.ca or by phone at 514-341-3000
It is possible to offer a draw ticket as a gift to any person aged 18 and over, resident of Quebec. You will need to enter their name, their residential address in Quebec and their full contact details on the ticket purchase form.
We identify the winner by the name and contact details matching the ticket number, as entered on the electronic form duly completed at the time of purchase. Losing your ticket number is not a problem. All tickets purchased as of April 27th, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (EST) are automatically added to the draw.
The Prize cannot be converted into cash and cannot be exchanged.
For any other questions or requests for information, contact us at: info@procure.ca
CAMPAIGN CABINET
President of the campaign cabinet
Joey Saputo
President of the council CF Montréal
President of Bologna FC 1909
Campaign cabinet members
Chairman of Mantra Pharma Group
President of Structurack
Handfield & Associés, Avocats
Principal Senior Architect at Cardin Julien
Member of the Board of Directors PROCURE
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Sources and references
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Discover our animated video!
Symptoms, risk and screening
Are you over 50 years old, or have you been having urinary problems for some time now? This video is for you! Several diseases can affect your prostate, and it’s important to detect them early. Let’s take a closer look.
Anatomy
What is the prostate
The prostate is a gland:
- Located between the bladder and the penis, just in front of the rectum;
- Formed of 2 lobes which surround the urethra, a canal that runs through the center of the prostate, from the bladder to the penis, letting urine and sperm flow out of the body;
- The size of a walnut, which grows larger in size in your forties;
- That has a soft, spongy texture to the touch like a small, ripe plum.
The prostate is made of:
- Gland cells that secrete liquids for ejaculation;
- Muscle cells that participate in the evacuation of your sperm during ejaculation;
- Fiber cells that maintain the structure of the gland.
Around the prostate, we find:
- The seminal vesicles, glands that produce sperm and that are located on either side of the prostate;
- The vas deferens, the tube that carries sperm from the testicle to the seminal vesicles;
- The nerve bundles that control your bladder and erectile function and that are located on either side of your prostate.
Structure
Three main zones of the prostate
Peripheral zone
- The peripheral zone is the largest area of the prostate. It can easily be felt by the doctor during a digital rectal exam (DRE).
- Most prostate cancers start in the peripheral zone.
Transition zone
- This is the area located in the middle of the prostate, between the peripheral and central areas. It surrounds your urethra that runs through the prostate.
- With age, the transitional area increases in size until it becomes the largest portion of your prostate. This is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate.
Central zone
- It is the part of the prostate that is farthest from the rectum. This is why prostate tumors located in this area can not be felt by the doctor during a digital rectal examination.
- If the doctor is in doubt, the following information will help decide if additional investigation is necessary:
- Your PSA level
- Your age and family history
- Your ethnic origin
Fonction
In short
Your fertility and natural fertilization
- It produces … a prostatic fluid rich in enzymes, proteins and minerals that nourishes and protects your spermatozoa.
- It makes … a protein (APS) that is used to liquefy your sperm to facilitate the mobility of your spermatozoa.
- It allows … ejaculation by contracting.
- It promotes … fertility through its enzymes facilitating the penetration of sperm through the cervix.
- It is not related to the mechanism of erection. Therefore, the origin of erectile dysfunction lies elsewhere.
Additional details
Exocrine Function
The prostate is made up of thousands of tiny fluid-producing glands. Specifically, the prostate is an exocrine gland. Exocrine glands are so-called because they secrete through ducts to the outside of the body (or into a cavity that communicates with the outside). Sweat glands are another example of an exocrine gland.
The fluid that the prostate gland produces forms part of semen, the fluid that carries sperm during orgasm. This fluid, produced in the prostate, is stored with sperm in the seminal vesicles. When the male climaxes, muscular contractions cause the prostate to secrete this fluid into the urethra, where it is expelled from the body through the penis.
Urine Flow
The prostate wraps itself around the urethra as it passes from the bladder to the penis. Prostatic changes can affect urine flow. Increasing the size of the prostate or muscle tone may impede the flow of urine due to the close anatomical relationship between the urethra and the prostate.
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)
The prostate also produces a protein called prostate-specific antigen (PSA). PSA is released with the ejaculatory fluid and can also be traced in the bloodstream. The testing of PSA levels in the blood is used to detect prostate cancer. The level of PSA in the blood is usually measured in nanograms of PSA per milliliter of blood (ng/mL).
A raised PSA level
Usually, a PSA rate of less than 4 nanograms per milliliter of blood is normal, but age should also be taken into consideration as PSA levels gradually increase with age. A rise in PSA concentration may indicate the presence of:
- An enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia)
- An inflammation or infection of the prostate (prostatitis)
- A prostate cancer
Your doctor will have you undergo other tests to determine the exact cause of the increase in your PSA.
We are here for you
You have questions or concerns? Don’t hesitate. Contact us at 1-855-899-2873 to discuss with one of our nurses specialized in uro-oncology. They are there to listen, support and answer your questions, and those of your family or your loved ones. It’s simple and free, like all of our other services.
Also take the time to visit each of our pages on this website, as well as our YouTube channel, in order to get familiar with the disease, our expert lectures, our section on available resources, the support that is offered to you, our events and ways to get involved to advance the cause..
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Sources and references
- Prostate Cancer – Understand the disease and its treatments; Fred Saad, MD, FRCSC and Michael McCormack, MD, FRCSC, 4th et 5th editions
- Canadian Cancer Society
- Prostate Cancer Foundation-PCF.org
- National Cancer Institute-USA
- American Cancer Society
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- Prostate Cancer UK
Last medical and editorial review: September 2023
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