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There’s a story to be told at every stage of the cancer experience – 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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Changing the stigma around lung cancer
November 2025
Danielle poses with 2 teammates
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The life-saving power of research: Danielle’s story
September 2025
A headshot of Dr Linda Carlson, a researcher with fair hair, glasses and a black jacket over a blue shirt.
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Psychedelic-assisted therapy offers new hope for people with advanced cancer
April 2025
Dr Anna Santos Salas
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Increasing access to cancer care for racialized people in Alberta
Annie Lemieux, with a shaved head, sitting at home, smiling.
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Surviving advanced uterine cancer
A person holding a child on a beach.
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5 ways to cope with grief
Emilie Cerretti and her mother standing in front of a Christmas tree
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Emilie Cerretti appreciates every moment after facing a rare form of cancer
Natalie Lipschultz, carrying her daughter, stands next to her husband in a park.
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Improving quality of life for people with advanced cancer
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
Sébastien in front of a whiteboard in his science classroom
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Prostate cancer: Thriving after seven years of treatments
Louise-Hélène is sitting on a bench with her two daughters.
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Research sparks hope for people with melanoma