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Media releases 06
July
2011
(Toronto)
We are passionate about furthering our mission to eradicate cancer and enhance the quality of life of people living with cancer 22
March
2012
(Regina)
The Canadian Cancer Society applauds the government’s decision to expand the colorectal screening program. 14
November
2011
(Saskatoon)
The Canadian Cancer Society has partnered with health specialists to bring important information to the public on how to prevent cancer, 29
September
2011
(Regina)
The Canadian Cancer Society lined Albert Street with hundreds of pairs of footwear Thursday morning, in an effort to encourage Saskatchewan voters to make cancer prevention a provincial election issue. 15
June
2011
(Regina, SK)
A 40 foot long, 8 foot high inflatable, outrageously pink replica of the human colon. 31
May
2011
(Regina, SK)
Society announces winners of its first online video contest 18
May
2011
(Regina)
Not enough Saskatchewan people being screened for colorectal cancer 13
April
2011
(Regina)
The Canadian Cancer Society‘s ninth annual Living with Cancer Conference is set for April 15-17 at the Delta Regina Hotel. 24
January
2011
(Locations across Saskatchewan)
Professional speaker Kelly Walker will tour the province 17
January
2011
(Regina)
Contest designed for 12-24 year olds to let them speak out about tobacco 10
November
2010
(Regina)
Eat well, be active - nationally recognized dietician says food can fight cancer 19
May
2010
(Regina)
Canadian Cancer Statistics 2010 released by the Canadian Cancer Society with special focus on care and support for dying patients 03
May
2010
(Saskatoon)
Cruise vacation in Mexico includes workshops and excursions designed for 26
April
2010
(Saskatoon)
The Canadian Cancer Society ‘s eighth annual Living with Cancer Conference is set for April 30, May 1 & 2 at TCU Place in Saskatoon. 24
March
2010
(Regina)
Budget a huge step is reducing smoking rates, say health groups 21
January
2010
(Yorkton)
The Canadian Cancer Society and SJHL fight back against men’s cancers 02
December
2009
(Regina)
Health groups praise government’s new tobacco control legislation. 27
October
2009
(Regina)
Report by GPI Atlantic shows cost of tobacco in Saskatchewan 06
October
2009
(Ottawa)
Canadian Cancer Society Applauds Passage of Federal Tobacco Bill C-32 31
July
2009
(Saskatoon)
Saskatoon health region praised for showing leadership in eliminating the use of herbicides 18
June
2009
(Saskatoon)
Network is a hub for breast cancer organizations to connect and enhance collaboration 28
May
2009
(Regina)
Saskatchewan workplaces becoming healthier places on 13
May
2009
(Regina)
First Long Weekend of Spring Good Time to Remember Vitamin D 16
April
2009
(Regina)
For more information: 21
January
2009
(Regina)
Society applauds government cancer care priority 19
January
2009
(Regina)
Health groups mark National Non-Smoking Week with prescriptions to reduce tobacco use 25
November
2008
(Regina)
Workplace smoking ban will protect workers’ health 16
October
2008
(Regina)
Tour crosses Saskatchewan 22
October
2008
(Regina)
Hockey helping promote breast cancer awareness 01
April
2008
(REGINA)
Public wants restrictions on pesticide use and more protection from second-hand smoke. 04
January
2008
(SASKATCHEWAN)
Colorectal cancer screening will save lives. 19
October
2007
(SASKATOON)
October 21-27 is National Massage Therapy Awareness Week(Joint news release: Massage Therapist Association of Saskatchewan / Canadian Cancer Society) 21
September
2007
(Regina)
Canadian Cancer Society calls for assurances for people living with cancer 03
July
2007
(Saskatoon photo opportunity)
A little planning can make a huge difference to charities 28
June
2007
(Regina)
Canadian Cancer Society calls for assurances if HSAS-SAHO talks break down 31
May
2007
(Regina)
Saskatchewan still exposes workers to second-hand smoke 31
May
2007
(Yorkton)
Smoking banned on all school property 11
April
2007
(Regina)
Good news: Canada's second-lowest breast cancer rateBad news: Canada's highest prostate cancer mortality rate 19
January
2007
(Regina)
Heather Crowe DVD distributed to Saskatchewan schools 28
November
2006
(Regina)
Smokers’ Helpline mass media campaign launched(joint release with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan) 22
November
2006
(Regina)
The tobacco industry must be held accountable before a court of law for decades of wrongdoing. 21
November
2006
(Regina)
Organized screening will save lives 14
November
2006
(Regina)
Students learn to get involved in the fight against Big Tobacco 26
April
2006
(Saskatoon)
Balance and health, the mind-body connection, super foods and sexuality all part of cancer conference this weekend 03
April
2006
(Regina)
Other tobacco control measures also endorsed 09
November
2005
(Regina)
Advocate will help people living with cancer 30
May
2005
(Regina)
National and provincial awards presented to groups across Saskatchewan 04
April
2005
(Regina)
Fax referrals from health professionals 13
January
2005
(Regina)
Call volumes reflect bylaws and legislation 20
December
2004
(Regina)
Your favorite places are getting even better 18
November
2004
(REGINA)
Hotels association encourages fear of economic disaster to make smoking rooms look like a reasonable compromise 21
October
2004
(Regina)
Watch out for door-to-door canvassers selling fake Canadian Cancer Society raffle tickets. 01
October
2004
(Ottawa)
Intervention in case will support Saskatchewan's precedent-setting tobacco legislation 22
July
2004
(Regina)
Canada-wide support for Saskatchewan legislation 17
June
2004
(Regina)
Smoking legislation shows that political system works 12
May
2004
(Regina)
Most people in Saskatchewan support a province-wide smoking ban 29
April
2004
(Regina)
Event filled to capacity for people living with cancer 26
April
2004
(Saskatchewan)
Out-of-province telemarketers targeting Saskatchewan citizens 14
April
2004
(Regina)
Canadian Cancer Statistics 2004 released: treatment, lost productivity from early deaths and disability from cancer costs Saskatchewan $461 million 31
March
2004
(REGINA)
Society is encouraged by increases for tobacco taxes and funding for cancer care 25
March
2004
(Saskatchewan)
Canadian Cancer Society calls for other jurisdictions to intervene 18
March
2004
(Regina)
Smoke free public places will reduce smoking rates and reduce the 30 percent of cancers caused by tobacco 03
March
2004
(Regina)
New campaign aims to talk directly to kids about smoking 21
January
2004
(Saskatchewan)
Smokers' Helpline. You want to quit. We want to help. 16
October
2003
(Regina/Moose Jaw/Yorkton/Prince Albert/Saskatoon)
Heather Crowe, the Ottawa waitress who gained national recognition through Health Canada's second-hand smoke campaign, will visit five Saskatchewan cities on the 'You Can Make a Difference' Tour. 03
October
2003
(REGINA/SASKATOON)
Precedent-setting ban on tobacco displays in danger 12
February
2003
(Regina)
Club members donate time and collect contributions to create space for training Canadian Cancer Society volunteers 22
January
2003
(Saskatoon)
Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Coalition for Tobacco Reduction joint project 20
January
2003
(Regina)
10 Women - 1600 kms - 8 days on snowmachines 16
January
2003
(Regina)
Hospitality worker fighting lung cancer wants to be the last person to die from second hand smoke at work 01
October
2002
(PRINCE ALBERT)
Jack Matheson was posthumously awarded the Canadian Cancer Society's National Medal of Courage today in a celebratory ceremony held at the Herb Bassett Chapel of Victoria Hospital. 19
July
2002
(REGINA)
The Canadian Cancer Society is warning Regina residents to be wary of door-to-door canvassers who claim to be representing the charity. 04
April
2002
(REGINA)
Convincing Saskatchewan residents to eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day will help prevent thousands of future cases of cancer, heart disease and stroke say the Canadian Cancer Society and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan. 17
December
2001
(REGINA)
- Progress Club donates funds for auditorium renovations
- Former office space in cancer patient lodge to become recreation room for patients
17
December
2001
(REGINA)
The Canadian Cancer Society launched its newest support program for cancer patients today in Regina. CancerConnection, available across Saskatchewan, matches cancer patients with screened and trained volunteers who have survived the disease. |