Twins Cancer Fundraising raises $970,000 for Langley breast health
Thousands of Langley residents gathered at Jamestown on July 11 for an evening of country music and community celebration, raising a record $970,000 to support cancer care across the region, including bringing diagnostic mammography services to Langley Memorial Hospital.
Hosted by Twins Cancer Fundraising, the sold-out western-themed event featured performances by the James Barker Band, comedians and local artists, alongside food, beverages and interactive experiences.
A portion of the proceeds will support Langley Community Health & Hospital Foundation’s (LCHHF) $2.1 million Future of Mammography campaign, which will modernize Langley Memorial Hospital’s mammography clinic bringing 3D diagnostic mammography services for Langley patients for the first time.
Currently, women in Langley can access screening mammography, but those who need diagnostic imaging must often travel to Surrey or Abbotsford and often wait days or weeks for answers during an already stressful time. The upgraded clinic will allow more patients to receive diagnostic imaging and follow-up care closer to home, reducing travel time and helping them receive care sooner.
“The extraordinary generosity of this community brings us one step closer to transforming breast health services at Langley Memorial Hospital,” said Heather Scott, Executive Director of LCHHF. “Every ticket-holder, volunteer, sponsor and donor has helped move this project forward. Together, we’re ensuring more women can access timely diagnostic mammography and follow-up care close to home, when it matters most.”
The event also marked another milestone for Twins Cancer Fundraising. Gone Country: Jamestown surpassed the $625,000 raised during its inaugural year in 2025. Chris and Jamie Ruschienski (both LCHHF board members) and their team of volunteers have raised more than $8 million to support cancer care in communities across British Columbia over the past two decades.
The Ruscheinski brothers launched Twins Cancer Fundraising 25 years ago, after losing their mother to breast cancer when they were teens.
“Supporting a new mammography clinic at Langley Memorial Hospital is a natural fit for us,” said Jamie Ruscheinski. “It’s a way to support families facing the same kind of fight our mom did and to give back to the community that has supported us every step of the way.”
To learn more about the Future of Mammography campaign or make a donation, visit LCHHFoundation.com/mammo