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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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This is what the financial burden of cancer can look like
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
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6 facts about bone cancer
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
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How advocacy creates an impact in cancer care
Dr Rebecca Auer
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Dr Rebecca Auer: Creating a stronger immune system after surgery
Michelle and her husband.
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Our Daffodil Hero: How leukemia research can help more people like Michelle
Coral hugging her adult daughter, while they’re both wearing pink face masks.
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“You can do this.” – Facing breast cancer with positivity and hope
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Running 1000 kilometres for cancer research
Sara and her daughter
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Sara’s story: Facing cancer treatment during the holidays