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Social fundraising challenges

We challenge you to move cancer research forward
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Looking for a fun and effective way to support our cause? Join our social fundraising challenges to connect with a community committed to raising funds for our mission, programs and research.

The best part? You'll also be part of a supportive Canada-wide group of like-minded individuals who share your passion for our cause and are united in a challenge goal. Invite your friends, family, and colleagues to join the challenge or donate to yours.

Find your challenge

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What are Social Fundraising Challenges?

Social Fundraising Challenges enable you to commit to a goal while fundraising for the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS). Challenges are month-long opportunities to get involved with the cancer cause in a meaningful way. New Challenges are continually developed at CCS - there’s something for everyone!  

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Why get involved?

Join our community of fundraisers who are committed to saving and improving the lives of those affected by cancer. Get involved at your own comfort level and challenge yourself to achieve the goal. Challenges are a great way to connect with your friends, family, and colleagues and get active.

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5 reasons to sign up

Your friends help you meet your goals while directly raising money for a cause.
Raising an average of $150, you can help us move cancer research forward.
Fast and easy setup in under a minute.
Join a positive, supportive community that encourages you every step of the way.
With challenges throughout the year, choose the challenge that works for you!

Your impact

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save and improve lives.

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Life-saving research

We fund the brightest minds in cancer research and fueling a rich legacy of life-saving discoveries. Because of this, we know more than ever before about how to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer.
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Compassionate support programs

We provide a nationwide support network that includes transportation services to and from treatment, CancerConnection.ca - an online community where users share information and experiences with others on a similar journey, lodges that offer comfortable accommodation for people receiving cancer treatment away from home and a national toll-free cancer helpline.
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Advocacy

We act as a voice for Canadians who care about cancer and working with governments to shape public policies that help prevent cancer, improve outcomes and support those living with or affected by the disease. 

FAQs

If you make a personal donation, you will receive a tax receipt. For instance, if you donate online to your own fundraising page, then you’ll be issued a tax receipt for the full amount of your personal donation by email within 48 hours.

You cannot directly connect your fitness tracker to the challenge at this time, but you may track your progress in many ways on paper, or through a health app.
We fund the most promising research across all cancer types and the entire cancer experience – from prevention to treatment to life with or beyond cancer, as well as supportive end of life care. A team of experts rank research funding applications through our gold standard review process, selecting only the most promising research projects for funding. 
 
Thanks to our holistic approach to cancer research, as well as our rigorous review process, CCS has a rich legacy of fueling discoveries that have helped us better control cancer and improve outcomes for people affected by the disease. 
 
Visit our research page to learn more about our diverse portfolio of research grants and awards. 
Please feel free to reach out anytime to connect@cancer.ca for additional support. You can also reach us through the live chat feature on the website.