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TORONTO, June 27, 2024 /CNW/ -

Dive into the world of basketball for a chance to win prizes, watch top-tier basketball, and meet Canada Basketball players.
WHAT: On Wednesday July 3, Sun Life and Canada Basketball are teaming up for an epic health and basketball takeover, at Yonge-Dundas Square, bringing Canadians the ultimate wellness experience. The Hoops & Health tournament will provide an opportunity for all Canadians to be a fan of their health and dive into the world of basketball with a chance to win exclusive prizes, watch top-tier basketball, meet Canada Basketball team players and learn about how Sun Life is helping Canadians live healthier lives through its products and philanthropic partnerships. WHO: -- Select members of the Senior Men's National Team Canada Basketball Olympic Training Camp Roster -- Kayla Alexander, Senior Women's National Team, Canada Basketball -- Shay Colley, Senior Women's National Team, Canada Basketball -- Nirra Fields, Senior Women's National Team, Canada Basketball -- Sami Hill, Senior Women's National Team, Canada Basketball -- Kady Dandeneau, Wheelchair Basketball Canada -- Pat Anderson, Wheelchair Basketball Canada -- Miranda Ayim, Canada Basketball Alumni -- Miah Marie Langlois, Canada Basketball Alumni -- Alison Chick, Senior Vice-President, Health Solutions, Sun Life Health -- Paul Joliat, Vice-President, Global Partnerships & Marketing Planning -- Sun Life charitable partners including Right To Play, Kids Help Phone, MLSE Foundation, Lay-Up, SickKids, University Health Network, Unity Charity, YMCA Three Rivers

Only 37% of women said their employer provided adequate women's health resources and support

TORONTO, June 26, 2024 /CNW/ - Women are essential to the Canadian economy and make up close to half of Canada's workforce. However, a recent report by Sun Life shows 60% of working women said health issues around menstruation, menopause and reproductive health could affect their career advancement abilities. Without the proper health support some women feel the need to step back, step down and step away from their careers.