Media releases
August 2013
- Dr Anthony Pawson revolutionized the understanding of cell signaling.
July 2013
- When it comes to patients’ emotional and psychological states, a new study shows that patients who are asked one simple question may receive more empathy from their caregivers.
June 2013
- June 17, 1963 landmark statement by Canada’s health minister concluded that smoking causes lung cancer
June 2013
June 2013
June 2013
- A few weeks ago, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) launched a hard-hitting campaign to prevent skin cancer: The real price of tanning is skin damage. The visual used in the campaign shows Miss or Mr. UV’s natural face juxtaposed with their “hidden face.” This striking image is the result of what can be seen with the CCS’s special camera, the UV Photomaton, which shows the real and permanent skin damage caused by UV rays, even if this is not yet visible to the naked eye.
June 2013
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) applauds the bill on end-of-life care tabled today by the Quebec government. The CCS also considers that the explicit inclusion of the right to end-of-life care in the bill represents major progress. The CCS will present its comments during the public consultation phase. Presently, it calls for prompt action to enhance palliative care since current inadequacies are proving detrimental to the well-being of people in the final stage of life.
June 2013
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) has reacted positively to the contents of the green book for a Quebec policy on sports, recreation, and physical activity presented today by the Quebec Minister for Education, Leisure, and Sports, Marie Malavoy.
May 2013
- Canadians need to know the risk factors for this largely preventable cancer.
May 2013
- Liver cancer is the special topic in Canadian Cancer Statistics 2013, released today by the Canadian Cancer Society in collaboration with the Public Health Agency of Canada and Statistics Canada.
May 2013
May 2013
- The number of new cancer cases continues to rise steadily with population growth and ageing. In 2013, 48,700 new cancer cases will be diagnosed in Quebec (187,600 in Canada ) and 20,200 deaths will be due to the disease (75,500 in Canada). In the 25-year period from 1988 to 2013, the number of cancer cases in Canada doubled, and it is estimated that by 2031 the number of new cancer cases and deaths will increase by 60%, attaining 280,000 cases and 107,000 deaths.
May 2013
- Canada needs strategy to meet new global targets adopted today by World Health Assembly
May 2013
- On May 4, the Canadian Cancer Society awarded its first national Impact Awards to honour the Society’s most dedicated, passionate volunteers and recognize their exceptional commitment to fighting against cancer.
April 2013
- Wear a daffodil pin to support people living with cancer
April 2013
- Throat cancers on the rise due to epidemic of HPV infection
April 2013
- A step forward in the fight against cancer, according to the Canadian Cancer Society.
March 2013
- 75 Quebec celebrities are highlighting the occasion and relaying a message of hope for the Relay For Life
March 2013
- April 27 is Daffodil Day: Wear a Daffodil Pin to Show Support for People Living with Cancer
March 2013
- The Canadian Cancer Society applauds the federal government for introducing a tax increase on roll-your-own tobacco in today’s federal budget. The increase addresses a longstanding loophole.
March 2013
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February 2013
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) announced this morning that an Impact Grant of $1.2 million was awarded to a team of researchers from the Université de Sherbrooke (UdS) and CHUS to design a drug for advanced prostate cancer.
February 2013
- This morning, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) announced that it will grant $2.3 million to researchers in Montreal and Quebec City who are aiming to develop cancer vaccines.
February 2013
- Canadian Cancer Society researchers use high-tech computer analytics to predict which mutations cause breast cancer and how to stop it
February 2013
- Today, the Act to prevent skin cancer caused by artificial tanning, which the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) – Quebec Division fought tooth and nail for, comes into force. The CCS is extremely proud of this major progress which will contribute to preventing skin cancer, the most widespread cancer in Quebec. In addition, the CCS is glad to have requested a review every five years, which will help strengthen the Act.
January 2013
- This Sunday marks the launch of Quebec Tobacco-Free Week. The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS)—Quebec Division, would like to take this opportunity to remind elected officials and the general public that even if the Tobacco Act has made a major contribution in the fight against smoking, it has not been updated since its enactment nearly 7 years ago. In the interval, the tobacco industry has developed a wide range of new products, and, despite investment in prevention, the smoking rate has remained level at 20% since 2006. For each smoker who quits or dies, another person takes up smoking.
January 2013
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) – Quebec Division, a partner of the Quit to Win! Challenge since the beginning, would like to congratulate and encourage all the smokers in Quebec who decide to sign up for the 14th edition.
January 2013
- The Canadian Cancer Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Pamela Fralick as president and CEO, effective today, January 7, 2013.
December 2012
December 2012
- The Canadian Cancer Society is deeply disappointed and frustrated that amotion to protect Canadians fromasbestos was defeated in the House of Commons on December 5.
November 2012
- Canadian Cancer Society releases report
November 2012
- Canadian Cancer Society Study Examines the Human and Economic Toll of 44 Cancer-Causing Factors in the Workplace, From Asbestos to Diesel Fumes
November 2012
- A team led by Dr Jennifer O’Loughlin, a researcher with the University of Montreal Hospital Research Centre (CRCHUM) will receive $970,000 in funding from the Canadian Cancer Society Research Institute for a four-year study focussing on improving smoking cessation interventions aimed at adolescents aged 12 to 17.
October 2012
- A simple gesture can protect them and prevent them from experiencing serious health problems
October 2012
- Majority of Canadians Say Federal Government Should Take Action
October 2012
- Minimizing the risk of asbestos exposure at home
October 2012
- Join the Canadian Cancer Society and our corporate partners in the fight against breast cancer
September 2012
- To promote the mammogram and tell women the Thingamaboob “It’s not just cute. It can save lives”, Lise Dion this evening launched a two-minute long comedy video clip. Written by Marc Brunet and directed by Ricardo Trogi, this video promotes the keychain reminder and the mammogram among women aged 50 years and above.
September 2012
- The Canadian Cancer Society applauds the Federal Government for its announcement today that it will no longer oppose the inclusion of chrysotile asbestos in the Rotterdam Convention, an international list of hazardous substances.
September 2012
- Government announces it Will no longer oppose adding chrysotile asbestos to the Rotterdam Convention’s list of hazardous substances
September 2012
- Results of a clinical trial published today in The New England Journal of Medicine shows that men with prostate cancer who are treated with intermittent courses (known as a drug holiday) of androgen-suppressing therapy will live as long as those receiving continuous therapy.
August 2012
- Canadian Cancer Society Experts Speak at International Conference
August 2012
- A new employment insurance benefit will help alleviate some of the financial burden associated with caring for a sick child
July 2012
- Innovative research is casting light on new causes of unexplained familial cancers.
July 2012
- Microscopic 3-D model will allow researchers to see how pancreatic cancer develops
July 2012
- Scientists in Toronto have created a tiny, living 3-D organ model of pancreatic ducts to help them conduct research on pancreatic cancer – one of the deadliest and least understood of all cancers. This innovative 3-D organ model could lead to new ways to detect and treat pancreatic cancer, which has a very poor survival rate with only about 6% of patients surviving five years after diagnosis.
July 2012
- Canadian Cancer Society Plan Calls for Federal Government to Take Leadership Role
June 2012
- Canadian Cancer Society urges government to reconsider
June 2012
- The Canadian Cancer Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Généreux as national chair, effective June 17, 2012. Mr Généreux, a lawyer in Montreal, will lead the Society’s national Board of Directors, composed of volunteers from across Canada.
June 2012
- The Canadian Cancer Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Généreux as national chair, effective June 17, 2012. Mr Généreux, a lawyer in Montreal, will lead the Society’s national Board of Directors, composed of volunteers from across Canada.
June 2012
- A chemical found in sea sponges can effectively prevent muscle wasting in mice
June 2012
- Drug shortages are a national problem, and they will not be resolved without a Canada-wide approach
June 2012
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) – Quebec Division commends the Quebec government’s long-awaited decision to engage in litigation against tobacco-product manufacturers to recover smoking-related healthcare costs. The $60-billion lawsuit is the largest of its kind ever brought against the tobacco industry in Canada.
June 2012
- It’s with great pleasure that the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) – Quebec Division welcomes the passage of Bill 74 that will from now on prohibit the sale of tanning services to young people under 18 years of age. The CCS would like to congratulate and thank Health Minister Dr Yves Bolduc for this important step and all of Quebec’s elected leaders who voted unanimously for this new legislation.
June 2012
- Study one of 20 projects presented by Canadian Cancer Society-funded Clinical Trials Group at prestigious international conference
May 2012
- Canadian Cancer Society urges ban on all flavoured tobacco products
May 2012
- There are currently no targeted treatments for this sub-type of cancer, which occurs more often in younger women
May 2012
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) – Quebec Division would like to congratulate Quebec’s Health Minister, Dr. Yves Bolduc, for his leadership and the Quebec government for its decision to ban the sale of tanning services to youths aged under 18 years. Following Nova Scotia and British Columbia, Quebec is the third province to introduce this type of legislation.
May 2012
- Lower smoking rates, better screening and treatment account for drop, but much more needs to be done to tackle leading cause of death in Canada
May 2012
- The cancer death rate is going down in Canada, resulting in nearly 100,000 lives saved in 20 years (from 1988 to 2007). These are two of the findings contained in Canadian Cancer Statistics, 2012, a report released today by the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) in collaboration with the Public Health Agency of Canada and Statistics Canada.
May 2012
- Canadian Cancer Statistics 2012 was released today by the Canadian Cancer Society
May 2012
- The Society is a leader in the fight against tobacco
April 2012
- The Canadian Cancer Society — Quebec Division, is proud to announce that the Daffodil Ball, a glamorous event held last night in Montreal with Alice in Wonderland as its theme and attended by 700 prestigious guests has raised $1.67 million, which will be used in the fight against cancer.
April 2012
- On April 24, during a ceremony at the Montreal Children’s Hospital, Mary Argent-Katwala, Director of Research at the Canadian Cancer Society Research Institute, presented the William E. Rawls Prize to Dr Nada Jabado, researcher at the Montreal Children’s Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at McGill University.
April 2012
- Wear a Daffodil Pin to Show Support for People with Cancer
April 2012
- Cuts Will Undermine Efforts to Reduce Smoking Rates and Save Lives, says Canadian Cancer Society
April 2012
- With the support of our generous corporate partners, the Canadian Cancer Society is making more impact against more cancers.
March 2012
- April is Daffodil Month. This spring, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) would like Quebec to be covered in yellow, and this morning, launched a vast solidarity movement in the Montreal métro to encourage people in Quebec to support those living with cancer. Nothing is simpler than taking part in it! People in Quebec are asked to wear a daffodil during the month of April in support of those living with cancer.
March 2012
- April is Canadian Cancer Society’s Daffodil Month, Daffodil Day is April 27
March 2012
- It is the view of the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) that the Quebec College of Physicians report issued this morning following a quality review of over 22,000 mammograms requires immediate attention. The report’s conclusions point to weaknesses in our healthcare system as well as the need for vigilance where access to care is concerned.
March 2012
- Cancer is the leading cause of mortality and one of the most frequently occurring illnesses in our lives. The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) – Quebec Division had hoped that the budget would contain five important measures that would have made the fight against cancer more effective and provided greater support to people living with the disease and their families.
March 2012
- The Committee on Health and Social Services made public yesterday its report on the study of the CCS’s petition on artificial tanning. The Canadian Cancer Society is pleased that the Committee is in favour of the prohibition of the sale of tanning services to youth and of a register of all businesses that provide artificial tanning services. The Committee also recognizes the health risks posed by tanning beds and their carcinogenic effects, and highlights the many gaps in terms of regulating this industry.
March 2012
- Too many patients with cancer develop blood clots in the deep veins of their legs and lungs (known as venous thrombosis) that can delay and complicate their cancer treatments. A panel of thrombosis experts from the Jewish General Hospital will present a free CIHR Café scientifique on this topic on Thursday March 29, 2012 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Java U Côtes-des-Neiges (5620 Cote-des-Neiges, corner Dupuis).
March 2012
- Society Welcomes Health Committee’s Investigation into Drug Shortages
March 2012
- An important day for justice, truth and health of Quebecers, according to the Canadian Cancer Society
March 2012
- National Coordinated Approach Needed to Find Effective Solutions
February 2012
- Society announces $4.5 million in new funding for 23 high-risk, high-reward innovation grants
February 2012
- Society announces $4.5 million in new funding for 23 high-risk, high-reward innovation grants
February 2012
- New, larger graphic picture warnings on cigarette packages showing the negative health effects of smoking are beginning to appear in retail stores across Canada. The new graphic warnings will now cover more of the package (75 per cent of the front and back), up from the current 50 per cent, putting Canada among countries with the largest health warnings in the world.
February 2012
- Canada among countries with the largest health warnings in the world
February 2012
- Take part in the Canadian Cancer Society’s Shave-O-thon Cops for Cancer and meet the Alouettes and our spokeperson Julie Perreault!
February 2012
- An Important First Step To Relieve Financial Burden on Families of Gravely Ill Patients
February 2012
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) appeared today before the Committee on Health and Social Services, which had a mandate to study its petition on skin cancer and artificial tanning. The CCS maintains that the unrestricted sale of artificial tanning services and their easy access for young and vulnerable clients are incompatible with their extremely harmful health consequences.
February 2012
- Each year the World Health Organization (WHO), along with the International Union Against Cancer, reminds everyone on World Cancer Day that the disease is the leading cause of death in the world.
January 2012
- Eighty-five per cent of Canadians say the federal government should be an equal partner in discussions on the future of healthcare
January 2012
- Ontario given go-ahead to sue foreign tobacco companies in $50 billion medicare lawsuit
January 2012
- The Ligne j’Arrête smokers’ helpline received its first call at the beginning of January 2002. Ten years and some 170,000 requests later, more than 95,000 people have used this support service to stop smoking, plan their smoking cessation, help a loved one quit, obtain information on smoking, or learn about the Quit to Win! Challenge.
December 2011
- Clinical trial finds patients with limited-stage Hodgkin lymphoma fare better when treated with chemotherapy alone
December 2011
- Canadian Cancer Society applauds cancer prevention step
November 2011
- Canadian scientists international leaders in their fields
November 2011
- In advance of the meeting of health ministers the Society sets out the priorities we consider critical for healthcare renewal and for improving the health of Canadians
November 2011
- The Society calls on Canada’s health ministers to strongly consider four key priorities critical to improving and ensuring the health of Canadians
November 2011
- Report Released by Parliamentary Committee on Palliative and Compassionate Care
November 2011
- Report Released by Parliamentary Committee on Palliative and Compassionate Care
November 2011
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) and Desjardins Financial Security (DFS) are joining forces again to fight cancer by renewing and strengthening their partnership forged in 2009.
November 2011
- As we change the clocks this weekend, it's also time to consider taking vitamin D
October 2011
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) applauds this morning’s publication of an advisory issued by Institut national de santé publique du Québec (INSPQ), which includes an analysis of regulatory measures concerning the use of artificial tanning devices by youths aged under 18.
October 2011
- Make Affordable Access to Cancer Drugs a Priority of Upcoming Health Accord Negotiations, Advocates Say
October 2011
- After 11 years of walking more than 75,000 km through 64 countries, the global walker Jean Béliveau will now tread on Quebec soil. He is taking advantage of his return and the fact that October is International Walk to School Month to announce his association with the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) to promote the Trottibus Walking School Bus and encourage Quebec children to form the habit of walking to school.
October 2011
- Join the Canadian Cancer Society and our corporate partners in the fight against breast cancer
September 2011
- Today, federal Minister of Health Leona Aglukkaq announced final Cabinet approval of a new set of larger, graphic health warnings for cigarette and little cigar packages
September 2011
- The Canadian Cancer Society wants women to talk about breast cancer screening.
September 2011
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is launching a hard-hitting campaign to help prevent skin cancer: The hidden face of tanning salons. The harmful effects of UV rays are well-known, and while the CCS encourages youths to enjoy the sun with caution, it has decided to speak out against the dangers of tanning salons.
September 2011
- September is ovarian cancer awareness month. Research is crucial to help prevent, detect and treat this disease
August 2011
- The Canadian Cancer Society is deeply saddened to hear of the untimely death of Jack Layton after battling cancer for a second time.
August 2011
- The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) – Quebec Division is deeply saddened by the death of Jack Layton following his fight against a second cancer. Mr. Layton was an example of courage and an outstanding political figure for many Quebecers.
August 2011
- Since regulating tanning industry practices will help reduce the number of cases of skin cancer, the Canadian Cancer Society – Québec Division (CCS) is urging the government to prohibit the sale and promotion of artificial tanning to minors and to set up a register of all businesses offering such services. Fifty thousand people have already expressed support for the requests of the CCS by signing the paper-format petition throughout Québec.
August 2011
- A man who had just been diagnosed with melanoma picked up the phone and called the Canadian Cancer Society’s Cancer Information Service (CIS). “I don’t know what to expect. What should I tell my family? Am I going to die?”
August 2011
July 2011
- Canadian Cancer Society applauds ruling that tobacco industry cannot shift damages to federal government
July 2011
- Canadian Cancer Society wishes Jack Layton a speedy recovery
July 2011
- Our thoughts are with Mr. Layton and his family as he fights his cancer battle
July 2011
- Fundraising activities help raise critical funds to fulfill our mission of eradicating cancer and improving the quality of life for people with cancer and their families.
July 2011
- We are passionate about furthering our mission to eradicate cancer and enhance the quality of life of people living with cancer
July 2011
- We are passionate about furthering our mission to eradicate cancer and enhance the quality of life of people living with cancer
July 2011
- The 82 Relay For Life events, recently held by the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) in as many municipalities across Quebec, have raised $14,000,000 – a record performance! Funds raised through Relay For Life events will support the many CCS programs and services designed to provide direct benefits to people throughout Quebec.
June 2011
- The Society is shocked that the Canadian delegation has chosen to oppose adding chrysotile asbestos to the Rotterdam Convention
June 2011
- The Society thanks Relay participants and all its donors for helping lead the way in the fight against cancer
June 2011
- The Society was extremely saddened to hear about the death of Betty Fox today
June 2011
- Positive Steps, says Canadian Cancer Society
June 2011
- Men with prostate cancer who are treated with intermittent courses of androgen-suppressing therapy will live as long as those receiving continuous therapy
June 2011
- A large international Canadian-led clinical trial has found that the drug exemestane reduces this risk of breast cancer by 65 per cent compared with placebo.
June 2011
- A Canadian-led clinical trial has found that additional radiation treatment improves disease-free survival in women with early breast cancer
June 2011
- A landmark partnership announced today between Canada’s two largest cancer charities, The Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation and the Canadian Cancer Society,
June 2011
- Canadian Cancer Society funded research recognized among “Best of ASCO”
May 2011
- In a call to action the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) launched a solidarity movement at the beginning of April, Daffodil Month, for the population to display the daffodil as a sign of support for a parent, a friend or a neighbour in the fight against cancer. Thousands of Quebecers answered the CCS call in recent weeks and communicated their support for the fight against cancer in the social media.
May 2011
- The Canadian Cancer Society has led the way in advocating for colorectal cancer screening programs to be implemented across the country.
May 2011
- Canadian Cancer Statistics 2011 was released today by the Canadian Cancer Society
May 2011
- Colorectal cancer is the special topic of the Canadian Cancer Statistics 2011 report, released today by the Canadian Cancer Society.
May 2011
- Canadian Cancer Statistics 2011 released by the Canadian Cancer Society with special focus on colorectal cancer
April 2011
- Canadian Cancer Society research grants announced today
April 2011
- Quebec Government provides conditional support to asbestos mine
April 2011
- Join the Canadian Cancer Society and our corporate partners in the fight for life
April 2011
- April 5 is Family Caregiver Day
March 2011
- Daffodil Day is April 27
March 2011
- A new family caregiver tax credit announced in today’s federal government budget is a good start in providing more support for all family caregivers, says the Canadian Cancer Society.
March 2011
- The Canadian Cancer Society welcomes today’s announcement by Prime Minister Stephen Harper to renew its support for the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer (CPAC).
March 2011
- The Canadian Cancer Society is deeply disappointed that the Federal Government included funding for the Chrysotile Institute when it tabled its spending plans for 2010-11
February 2011
- New picture health warnings released today
February 2011
- Majority of Canadians Worry about Financial Impact of Caring for Sick Relative
May 2010
- Canadian Cancer Statistics 2010 released by the Canadian Cancer Society with special focus on care and support for dying patients
April 2009
- As more young people with cancer survive, there is increasing need to do more to meet the distinct challenges of these young patients, according to Canadian Cancer Statistics 2009 released today by the Canadian Cancer Society.
April 2008
- More Canadian children with cancer are surviving, according to Canadian Cancer Statistics 2008 released today by the Canadian Cancer Society. For the first time, a special section in this year’s report focuses on children with cancer from birth to 14 years of age.
April 2007
April 2006
- Fewer Canadians would die from cancer if cancer screening in Canada was enhanced and expanded, according to a special report in Canadian Cancer Statistics 2006 released today by the Canadian Cancer Society
April 2005
- Canada’s aging baby boomers and the country’s growing population are propelling Canada into a cancer crisis, according to Canadian Cancer Statistics 2005 released today by the Canadian Cancer Society.
April 2004
- Cancer is the number one cause of early death in Canada, according to Canadian Cancer Statistics 2004 released today by the Canadian Cancer Society.