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There’s a story to be told at every stage of the cancer experience – from prevention, to diagnosis, to treatment, to life with or beyond cancer. Here, you’ll find real experiences from Canadians across the country and learn how your support is helping the Canadian Cancer Society make a difference. Explore stories that highlight the impact of groundbreaking cancer research, support programs and services, advocacy, healthy living and more.

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Shawn Hook posing on carpet in front of a wall that says 'Mercy for Animals.'
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One year later: Canadian singer, Shawn Hook, shares his cancer recovery story
June 2025
Karmen Schmidt and her mother standing in front of a brick wall and smiling.
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Mother and daughter: A shared cancer diagnosis
May 2025
Annie Lemieux, with a shaved head, sitting at home, smiling.
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Surviving advanced uterine cancer
Mathieu Michaud at his home in Notre-Dame-du-Portage (Quebec).
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Beyond the diagnosis: The financial  impact of cancer
A person’s pants pocket turned inside out and their hand holding coins.
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This is what the financial burden of cancer can look like
Marie-Noëlle Séguin Grignon sitting on a couch
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From cancer researcher to living with cancer: Marie-Noëlle’s story
Doug Berry holding his grandchild on a beach
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Accessing cancer treatment with travel and accommodation support
A father sitting in a field with his 3 children
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7 ways to care for yourself after cancer treatment
Shawn looking at the camera wearing a daffodil pin on his shirt
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Canadian singer, Shawn Hook, shares his cancer story
Cassidy London smiling and holding a daffodil.
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Cassidy's story: Taking back control from cancer
Ysabel Viau smiling and holding her dog
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Cancer and the workplace
A group of people's hands on top of each other
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How advocacy creates an impact in cancer care