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Photos: Global Edmonton supports Bust a Move to raise funds for breast cancer research

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WATCH: Sights and sounds from the 2017 Bust a Move for Breast Cancer fundraiser – May 13, 2017

For the sixth year in a row, a Global Edmonton team is taking part in Bust a Move, a six-hour workout fundraiser in support of breast health.

The event raises thousands of dollars for breast cancer research being done right here in Edmonton and Alberta.

Bust a Move for Breast Health started in Halifax in 2010 and has since expanded across the country to seven other host cities. Each host city chooses its cause and funds stay in that community.

READ MORE: $333K raised at 2016 Edmonton Bust a Move for Breast Health 

Last year, the Edmonton event raised more than $333,000.

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This year, over $200,000 was raised. Over the six years, a total of $2.1 million has been raised.

Teams sign up, collect donations and host fundraising events ahead of the six-hour workout marathon.

READ MORE: Global Edmonton wardrobe sale supports Bust a Move, breast-cancer research

Every hour is led by a different local fitness instructor. Over the years, the sessions have included activities like kick-boxing, Cross Fit, Zumba, barre, and yoga.

The event also features guest speakers such as oncologists and researchers, cancer survivors and those touched by the disease.

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Global Edmonton anchor Carole Anne Devaney and Family Matters reporter Laurel Gregory hosted this year’s Bust a Move in Edmonton.

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