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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.

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Amory as a little boy sitting on Rochana’s lap.
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Amory and Rochana's story: 20 years after childhood 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
(From left to right): Juanita, Leonard and Hailey Rodenhiser smiling at the camera wearing shirts that say 'Hope for Hailey'
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How global support helped a family through childhood cancer
Marie-Noëlle Séguin Grignon sitting on a couch
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From cancer researcher to living with cancer: Marie-Noëlle’s story
Vivian Chu hugging her husband and two children
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Diagnosis to advocacy: Vivian's metastatic breast cancer story
Dr Sylvain Martel and Micheal Gareau, Founding President at Starpax Biopharma, standing next to the PolarTrak equipment.
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An innovative cancer treatment for solid tumours
Dr John Lewis
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Breakthrough test provides clarity for prostate cancer diagnosis
Dr Alexander Wyatt in his laboratory wearing a lab coat and smiling at the camera
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Finding the right treatment for advanced prostate cancer
Dr April Khademi sitting at a desk with a laptop and a large monitor showing cells
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Advancing cancer diagnosis with AI-powered medical imaging tool
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
Two female scientists smiling.
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Meet 2 scientists advancing diversity and inclusion in cancer research