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Canadian Cancer Statistics 2012

Canadian Cancer Statistics 2012

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Fundraising costs and research investment

Information about the Society's fundraising costs and our commitment to research and the other aspects of our mission.


 

CancerConnection.ca first birthday

CancerConnection.ca turns one!

CancerConnection.ca turns one! March marks the first birthday for CancerConnection.ca, the Society’s online community for cancer patients, caregivers and survivors. Join us for a slice of virtual cake and learn more!


 Medication

Drug shortages in Canada

The Society is concerned about reported drug shortages in Canada. We are advocating for a national coordinated approach to find effective solutions.


 Happy volunteers

Canadian Cancer Society – fighting cancer with Canadians

Our collective efforts to defeat cancer are having an impact. Read more.


Relay For Life

Register your team for Relay For Life today!

As a team participant, survivor and/or volunteer join the Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life experience today. Thanks to everyone for your outstanding support in 2011, raising almost $55M to deter, defeat and defy cancer in communities across Canada.


John – prostate cancer survivor

Helping those with cancer – watch the video

Our information and support services help cancer patients and their caregivers by reducing anxiety and increasing hope. In this video healthcare professionals speak about the benefits of the services and former clients share how these services helped them through their cancer journey.

WHAT'S NEW
04/27/12

Dr Abhijit Guha receives 2011 Medal of Courage: Neurosurgeon and cancer researcher honoured posthumously.

04/27/12

April 27 is Daffodil Day: wear a daffodil pin to show support for people living with cancer.

04/23/12

Celebrating excellence in research: meet the Society’s research award winners.

04/17/12

Federal government cuts anti-tobacco funding: cuts undermine efforts to reduce smoking rates, says Society.

04/04/12

Governor General receives daffodils to launch Daffodil Month: young cancer survivors present flowers on Parliament Hill.

04/02/12

April is Daffodil Month: support those who support us.

03/15/12

Canadian Cancer Society applauds commitment by federal parties to address drug shortages: Society welcomes Health Committee’s investigation into drug shortages.

03/12/12

Drug shortages: Society urges Federal Health Minister to take action.

03/07/12

Canadian Cancer Society Innovation Grants: Society Innovation Grants received 2 mentions in the March 6 Senate Debates.

02/29/12

Society funds creative, unorthodox research ideas: Innovation Grants have great potential for their impact against cancer.

02/27/12

Larger cigarette package health warnings appearing on store shelves: Canada among countries with the largest health warnings in the world.