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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
Paisley looking up at the camera and eating ice cream
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Paisley's childhood cancer story: Healing with joy as a family
Michelle and her husband.
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Our Daffodil Hero: How leukemia research can help more people like Michelle
Vincent sitting by a window
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How a teen became a caregiver when cancer affected his family
A scientist looking at a blood sample
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What you need to know about blood cancer in Canada
A young woman wearing the survivors T-shirt of Relay
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How research helped change the odds for this childhood cancer survivor
A young man smiling outside.
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How youth take action to change the future of cancer