Survivor Conference
Empowering conference that allows young adult cancer survivors to connect and learn things that will help them move forward and feel supported while doing so.
Demographics
Survivors: Diagnosed between 15 to 39, aged between 18 to 39. Supporter (optional): 18 to 39 (cannot be parents)
Activities
Past activities have included discussing issues specific to young adults dealing with cancer, BBQs, campfires, sharing with peers.
Pricing
Free for young adult cancer survivors and one supporter. It covers the cost of food and accommodations for the weekend. Offers travel assistance. Contact karine@youngadultcancer.ca
How to Apply
Online application to katie@youngadultcancer.ca
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Willow Breast Cancer Support Cancer
Provides an online Willow-Talk Discussion Board, and offers support groups let by peers, professionals, or both, located throughout Canada
Demographics
Support groups are offered throughout Canada, except Nunavut.
Activities
Support Groups can be a drop-in basis or are more structured and required registration. Contact groups for more information.
Pricing
Contact support group for more information: http://www.willow.org/findasupportgroup
How to Apply
Register online.
Rethink Breast Cancer - Her2+
An online social network designed to connect and support Canadian women touched by HER2+ breast cancer.
Demographics
Those receiving treatment for breast cancer, in remission, or who is a long-term survivor of HER2+ breast cancer. Can be a supporter or health care provider as well.
Activities
Share your story of being diagnosed and living with HER2+ breast cancer, to help others cope with the emotional burden of the experience, and know they are not alone.
Pricing
FREE
How to Apply
Register online.
Phone: 1-800-663-3333 ext. 4965
Email: info@cancerchatcanada.ca
CancerChat Canada
Professionally-faciliated online groups that meet up once per week for up to 90 minutes in a live "chat" on the Internet.
Demographics
All Provinces, requiring access to a computer and Internet
Activities
Groups for caregivers, patients, and cancer survivors
Pricing
FREE
How to Apply
Register online: https://www.cancerchatcanada.ca/register.php
CancerConnection
An online community for cancer patients, family members, and friends.
Demographics
Must be at least 18 years of age to register; for all provinces, requiring computer and Internet access
Activities
Groups for caregivers, patients, and cancer survivors
Pricing
FREE
How to Apply
Register online: https://secure2.convio.net/cco/site/SSurvey?JServSessionIdr004=xb206uo0o1.app239b&ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=26848&s_locale=en_CA
Planet Cancer
An online community for young adults, aged 20 to 30, with cancer. A place to share insight and experiences, have a good laugh, and to connect with other people who just get it.
Demographics
Must be in their 20s or 30s
Activities
Groups for young adults with cancer
Pricing
FREE
How to Apply
Register online: http://myplanet.planetcancer.org/main/authorization/signUp?
Rethink Breast Cancer - Live, Laugh, Learn
An opportunity to socialize with other young women who get what you're going through, while enjoying an evening of education, camaraderie, and goodies.
Demographics
Available to young women who live in Vancouver, Calgary, Ontario, or Montreal
Pricing
FREE
Contact: jen@rethinkbreastcancer.com
First Nations Breast Cancer Society
The First Nations Breast Cancer Society is a non-profit organization offering breast cancer education and support to women living in British Columbia.
ProCan Support - Prostate Cancer
Locate prostate cancer support groups in British Columbia especially in Vancouver Island, Fraser Valley, Lower Mainland, and the BC Interior.
Victoria Cancer Resource Centre
A wide variety of resources and support available for those living with cancer in the Victoria and British Columbia region. Included are organizations, healing facilities, phone contacts, along with peer support groups.
BC Cancer Agency
Includes links to the Brain Tumour Support Group, a Chemotherapy Teach Session, Counselling Services, Cancer Transitions for survivors to transition back to their regular life, education sessions, Look Good and Feel Better Programs, Lung Cancer Support Group, Lymphoma/Leukemia Support Group, Myeloma Support Group, Nutrition & Counselling for Colorectal Cancer Patients, Ovarian Cancer Support Group, Pain Teach, Prostate Cancer Support Group, Relaxation Programs, Rehabilitation Counselliing, Therapeutic Touch Clinic, and Women with Metastatic Cancer Support Groups
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