CCS adapting to COVID-19 realities to support Canadians during and after the pandemic
How we can help
Please check our individual program pages for any service changes due to COVID-19.
If you have stopped working because of COVID-19, the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) may provide you with temporary income support. You may also qualify for other nationwide or regional financial support programs.
If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, you’ll have many questions and concerns. We’re here to help. We offer support and information for people with cancer and their family, friends and caregivers.
Fear, anxiety, helplessness, anger – these are feelings people can have when faced with a cancer diagnosis. But knowledge and support are power. Our services are free or low cost and confidential, and many are available in multiple languages.
Cancer Information Helpline
Available to cancer patients, caregivers or anyone who needs help understanding cancer and finding community services. Toll-free service accessible in multiple languages.
CancerConnection.ca
CancerConnection.ca is an online community for patients and caregivers to share experiences and find support. Available 24hours a day.
Accommodation
We operate affordable lodges across the province, offering 24-hour support on premises from caring volunteers and staff and a host of amenities.
Transportation Program
If you have cancer and you don’t have transportation, a volunteer driver may be able to pick you up and take you to your appointments. Available in some locations.
Camp Goodtimes
Camp Goodtimes provides a unique summer recreation experience for children and teens with cancer and their families.
Financial Support Program
Limited, short-term assistance towards cancer-related transportation and accommodation expenses. Based on eligibility criteria.
Wig Lending Program & Breast Prostheses
The wig and breast prosthesis banks provide a wide range of headwear, permanent prostheses and clothing to cancer patients at no cost.
If you are looking for other services in your community search our Community Services Locator or contact the Cancer Information Helpline at 1-888-939-3333 or email info@cis.cancer.ca.
Making progress in the cancer fight

The 5-year cancer survival rate has increased from 25% in the 1940s to 60% today.