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To arrange an interview with a Canadian Cancer Society spokesperson, please contact:

Michelle Bilton
Communications Coordinator
(437) 266-2493 Ext. 23128
Michelle.Bilton@cancer.ca


Our latest media releases

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The 27th Annual Daffodil Ball raises over $3 million so that more people with brain cancer can flourish 
April 17, 2023
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The Canadian Cancer Society's Daffodil Campaign brings hope to people in Canada facing low-survival cancers
April 2, 2023
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Canadian Cancer Society announces details of historic research funding program to transform low-survival cancers
March 31, 2023
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The Canadian Cancer Society calls on all Prince Edward Island parties to make palliative care & caregiver support a priority this election
March 7, 2023
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Colorectal cancer: Still the 2nd deadliest
February 28, 2023
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The Canadian Cancer Society welcomes increase in specific tax on tobacco products
February 7, 2023
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Canadian Cancer Society survey reveals access to cancer care remains inconsistent 3 years into pandemic
February 3, 2023
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Canadian Cancer Society's eighth annual Dry Feb raises funds to support Canadians affected by cancer while raising awareness about the link between alcohol and cancer risk
January 17, 2023
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The Canadian Cancer Society commends the federal government for implementing an extension to the EI sickness benefit from 15 to 26 weeks
November 25, 2022
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New Canadian Cancer Statistics report reveals over 1.5 million people in Canada are living with or beyond cancer 
November 7, 2022
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The Canadian Cancer Society, CQDM, the Cole Foundation and Oncopole grant close to $8.5 million to four researchers in Quebec to support pediatric cancer research
November 2, 2022
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The Canadian Cancer Society builds on partnership with the NHL and the NHLPA with new awareness campaign
November 1, 2022
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Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure unites Canadians to raise over $13 million 
October 2, 2022
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The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure returns, welcoming participants to rally together in person for the first time since 2019
September 5, 2022
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Quebec elections: the Canadian Cancer Society sets three health priorities
August 23, 2022
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Canadian Cancer Society supports New Brunswick student’s call for immediate government action against youth vaping in new video 
July 5, 2022
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Canadian Cancer Society commends world-first requirement for health warnings on every cigarette
June 9, 2022
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The Canadian Cancer Society welcomes the Interdepartmental Action Plan of the Government Health Prevention Policy
June 8, 2022