Canadian Cancer Society

• Using cultural connection to quit smoking across the Prairies

  While quitting smoking can feel like an uphill battle, an Indigenous-led program is helping by providing a hands-on approach to reducing commercial tobacco use.

  Health

  Jun 10
  
• 4 cancers to make up nearly half of new Canadian cases in 2026: study

  That comes as a separate study published in the same journal found those who survive cancer as teens or young adults also face a higher risk of getting cancer again later in life.

  Health

  Apr 13
  
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• Innovative technique to fight Lymphedema launched in Kelowna on World Cancer Day

  The newest medical treatment being implemented at BC Cancer in Kelowna coincides with World Cancer Day.

  Canada

  Feb 4, 2025
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• ‘It’s the sacrifices’: Manitoba woman recounts financial challenges of cancer care

  The report found the societal cost of cancer to be $37.7 billion in 2024, with patients and caregivers paying about 20 per cent, or roughly $7.5 billion.

  Health

  Dec 9, 2024
• Vancouver police officer completes cross-Canada bike ride for pediatric cancer research

  A Vancouver-based police sergeant arrived Halifax after cycling across Canada to raise money for pediatric cancer research, in honour of his daughter.

  Canada

  Jun 27, 2024
• Begin breast cancer screening at age 40, Canadian Cancer Society urges

  The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is urging all provinces and territories to begin breast cancer screening at age 40 for those at average risk of the disease.

  Health

  May 9, 2024
• Lethbridge man battling brain cancer hosting concert to raise funds for research

  Broc Higginson had a seizure, was airlifted to Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, and diagnosed with terminal brain cancer and is currently stable.

  Environment

  Apr 25, 2024
• N.B. cancer survivor headed to Ottawa to talk financial hardships of diagnosis

  A New Brunswick cancer survivor is heading to Parliament Hill to advocate for policy changes to make cancer care more affordable for Canadians. 

  Health

  Apr 5, 2024
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• Inter-university hockey bout raises funds to fight cancer in Kingston

  It was the seventh annual Cure Cancer Classic, but this year it raised enough funds to mark a milestone in its campaign to support cancer research initiatives.

  Sports

  Mar 22, 2024
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• Canadian Cancer Society urges Ontario to cover cost of take-home medication

  Kirsten Watson almost lost access to potentially life-saving medication — a situation she found herself in because Ontario does not cover the cost of take-home cancer drugs.

  Health

  Feb 28, 2024