Bella's Ball 2014
February 27th at Grouse Mountain
Imagine if every step you took was agony or if even putting a shirt on was painful. That is what daily life is like for
children and adults who are living with the rare genetic condition called Epidermolysis Bullosa or EB, in which the
skin and internal body linings blister at the slightest knock or rub, causing painful, open wounds.
In an effort to help support families living with EB, Grouse Mountain and DEBRA Canada are coming together for
the 2nd Annual event fun filled broomball event. Individuals and Corporations are invited to join in as we aim to
increase awareness surrounding this challenging disease, and raise valuable funds for those affected by
EB.
This year, the event will take place on February 27, 2014 for a day and evening full of fun at the Peak of Vancouver
with teams competing against one another at broomball.
No skill or previous experience is required; as anyone
can play broomball, which is similar to ice hockey but without skates and using a broom and a ball!
Teams range
in size from six to ten players, and bring your own helmet, although we can provide one for you.
The choice to play broomball should provide an eye-opening experience – liken to living with EB.
Standing on ice
and unsure of your footing, where any wrong step might prove to be a painful experience. Players are therefore
forced to carefully consider all steps to avoid falling and possibly bruising.
This showing in only a small part, what
a life would be like living with the pressures and consequences of EB.
For more information about Debra or the tournament, please email Ryan Hultman: ryan@debracanada.org
