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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Help save and improve lives with your donation today

Help save and improve the lives of people facing prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men in Canada. For these men and their families, advancements in life-saving prostate cancer research and compassionate support programs offer hope and comfort when it’s needed most. But we can’t do it without you.

When you become a monthly donor, your ongoing commitment helps advance vital research breakthroughs and provides a nationwide support system to save and improve lives.

Become a monthly donor today and help transform the future of cancer.

We are the voice for people who care about prostate cancer

No matter where people live in Canada there should be equitable access to prostate cancer technologies, from tests that find cancer to late-stage treatment options. Learn how CCS is raising the voices of people who care about prostate cancer.

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Start a fundraiser

Did you know you can create your own fundraiser to change the future of prostate cancer forever? Learn more about raising funds to save and improve lives. 
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What is prostate cancer? 

Prostate cancer starts in the cells of the prostate. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and risks in our guide to prostate cancer.

Find out the risks for prostate cancer 

A number of factors can increase your risk for developing prostate cancer. 
 
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Finding prostate cancer early

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Canadian men. Talk to your doctor about how to detect prostate cancer early. 
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Find services in your community

For people facing prostate cancer, it can be helpful to access local community services. Use our Community Services Locator to search a database of over 4,500 cancer-related services and resources in communities nationwide.
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