HOW WE CAN HELP
Financial help
Local support near you
Community Services Locator (CSL)
Our directory service can help you find financial support and other resources in your community.
Transportation
We can
connect you with volunteer drivers if you need to travel for cancer treatment
or offer short-term financial assistance to offset travel costs.
Cancer Information Helpline (CIH)
In addition to providing information about cancer, our information specialists at CIH can direct you to benefit programs.
Accommodation
Our lodges offer comfortable accommodation for people with cancer who live far from treatment.
Government of Canada
The Government of Canada offers a variety of programs that can help you meet your financial needs while you or someone you love is coping with cancer.
Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits
You can get financial help if you can’t work because of sickness, injury, quarantine or a medical condition.
Tax deductions
You can claim tax deductions or credits for some medical expenses that are not covered by insurance policies or other programs. Deductions and credits are also available for people with disabilities.
Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) disability benefits
Canada offers different benefits to support people with disabilities who are under 65 years of age.
Caregiver support
EI caregiving benefits
If you need to be away from work to care for or support someone who is critically ill, injured or in need of end-of-life care, you may be able to receive a caregiving benefit.
Canada caregiver credit
You may be eligible for this non-refundable tax credit if you support a spouse, common-law partner or dependent with a physical or mental impairment.
Family and caregiving benefits
If you are having financial difficulties, you may be eligible for other benefits including the Canada child benefit, the Canadian Dental Care Plan and the GST/HST credit.