LIVING WITH cancer

Money and cancer

A cancer diagnosis can bring unexpected costs and financial stress. We're here to help you find information and support as you navigate these changes.

Trusted financial resources, guidance and support - right in your inbox

A cancer diagnosis brings many challenges, and we understand that financial questions and concerns add to that stress. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. 

Wherever you are in your cancer experience, our Financial Guidance and Support email series is for you. We created it as a resource for people living with cancer, their caregivers and their loved ones.

This 10-week series provides practical information to help you navigate and make sense of common financial issues that may arise, with support and advice you can act on at your own pace.

Inside each email you’ll find clear guidance – delivered in small, manageable steps – as well as tips, insights and helpful financial resources on key concerns such as:

  • Work issues and changes in income
  • Managing your bills
  • Accessing benefits
  • Getting help with out-of-pocket expenses
  • Dealing with everyday needs
  • Caregiving finances

We hope the tools and resources we share in this series will help you feel supported, informed and more prepared.

Sign up below to receive your 10 weekly emails. The first email will arrive within 48 hours.

 

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Support for managing costs

Financial help

There are different financial programs and support services available that can help people who have or have had cancer, as well as their families and caregivers.

Finances

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Programs and services

Our programs and services help answer your questions about cancer, find community and connection, and build wellness and resilience. Many of our programs are available in different languages. 

Cancer Information Helpline

The Cancer Information Helpline provides information and support to people living with cancer and their families and friends. Our information specialists can answer your questions and connect you to helpful resources. 

Community Services Locator

The Community Services Locator helps people living with cancer, caregivers and healthcare providers find the services they need. We have over 4,500 cancer-related services listed. 

Online cancer support community

CancerConnection.ca is a safe online community that provides connection, information and peer support to people living with cancer and their families and friends. You can search and join groups to connect with other caregivers.