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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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3 volunteers smiling with their arms up, wearing Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure shirts
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5 ways your support made a meaningful impact on cancer in the last year
Doug Berry holding his grandchild on a beach
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Accessing cancer treatment with travel and accommodation support
Cindy Goguen, holding a coffee mug and laughing in a kitchen.
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Holiday comforts for cancer
Nathalie Breton sitting on a windowsill.
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Finding support and community
Anthony Henry standing in a field
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Facing prostate cancer together
Owen and another volunteer, holding up a book in the lodge library.
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Owen's story: Cherishing the small moments as a lodge volunteer
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10 things that happened in 2021 and the impact on the future of cancer
Bonnie and Ben
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“I am more than cancer” – How one woman found hope when faced with cancer
Cynthia at Jacques Cantin Lodge
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A place to call home while facing cancer
A daughter sitting behind her mother with her hands on her shoulder
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From your heart to hers: 4 great gifts for Mother’s Day
Sarah Midea, Cancer Survivor, holding up a large sized event photo frame
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Community is bigger than cancer: finding hope at Relay For Life