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There’s a story to be told at every stage of the cancer journey – 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.

Our latest stories

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Dr Rebecca Auer
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Dr Rebecca Auer: Creating a stronger immune system after surgery
Maci Millen in a hospital bed.
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Kati and Maci's story: Never alone on a childhood cancer journey
Kim wearing a Santa hat, knelling by her dog.
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Kim and Margarita: Finding joy and encouragement when cancer doesn’t take a holiday
Collage of the 4 volunteer moderators
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Our CancerConnection.ca volunteer moderators share how they coped with isolation after a diagnosis
Konstance standing with her family on a pier, 2020 Run for the Cure (virtual).
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CIBC employee finds a greater outlook and new inspiration at CIBC Run for the Cure
Linden wearing beach clothes and sitting on a bench with his hands behind his hand.
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A family finds comfort belonging and fun at Goodtimes at Home
Collage of the participants of hope
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5 Participants of Hope share why they continue to relay
Michelle and her husband.
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Our Daffodil Hero: How leukemia research can help more people like Michelle
Coral hugging her adult daughter, while they’re both wearing pink face masks.
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“You can do this.” – Facing breast cancer with positivity and hope
A man in a running outfit standing outside beside a truck.
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Running 1000 kilometres for cancer research
Sara and her daughter
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Sara’s story: Facing cancer treatment during the holidays