Gord Downie Brain Cancer

• University of Lethbridge researchers studying glioblastoma, the brain cancer that killed Gord Downie

  Researchers are attempting to unravel the mysteries of glioblastoma — the same kind of cancer that took the life of Canadian music icon Gord Downie in 2017.

  Health

  Jan 13, 2019
  
• Glioblastoma: The brain cancer that took Gord Downie’s life

  Gord Downie, lead singer of The Tragically Hip, passed away Tuesday from glioblastoma, a cancer with one of the lowest survival rates.

  Health

  Oct 18, 2017
  
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• Read: statement from family of Gord Downie

  The family of Gord Downie released a statement on the musician's death on Wednesday.

  Canada

  Oct 18, 2017
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• Gord Downie dead: The Tragically Hip lead singer dies of cancer at 53

  'The Gordfather' — as many Tragically Hip fans called Downie — succumbed to brain cancer at age 53.

  Entertainment

  Oct 18, 2017
• Gord Downie joins Blue Rodeo on stage for surprise appearance in Toronto

  Gord Downie was brought onstage during the encore for a rendition of Blue Rodeo's 1992 hit 'Lost Together.'

  Entertainment

  Feb 3, 2017
• Gord Downie chosen as Canadian Press Newsmaker of the Year

  The Tragically Hip lead singer dominated Canadian headlines this year in 2016.

  Entertainment

  Dec 22, 2016
• Gord Downie brain cancer research fund raises $265K

  The Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research has so far raised $265,000, and donations are still pouring in.

  Canada

  Aug 22, 2016
• REVIEW: The Tragically Hip’s 2nd Toronto show on Man Machine Poem tour

  The Tragically Hip’s second Toronto show on the Man Machine Poem tour on Friday night was nothing short of pleasure and business.

  Aug 13, 2016
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• Here are the 5 most mentioned The Tragically Hip songs on Twitter

  As The Tragically Hip kicks off its Man Machine Poem Tour Friday in Victoria, B.C., the band’s most popular songs are being celebrated on social media.

  Entertainment

  Jul 22, 2016
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• The Tragically Hip add 4 shows to Man Machine Poem farewell tour

  The Tragically Hip announced Monday the addition of four shows to the band’s Man Machine Poem Tour.

  Entertainment

  May 30, 2016