NOVA SCOTIA
On the Tip of the Toes Foundation
On the Tip of the Toes provides therapeutic adventure expeditions for young people between the ages of 14-29 living with cancer to regain their well being. Each team contains 12 teenagers with 4 experienced guides and a medical team. Free for family and participants, and we help transport from home to the expedition (throughout Canada)
Retreat Yourself Weekends (YACC)
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Retreat Yourself is to meet people who understand what you're going through, and allows you to connect with them. It provides an opportunity to talk about your experiences, have fun, and share stories with peers. We cover the cost of food and accomodations for the weekend, but you must provide for your own cost of travel to the city where the event is taking place. |
Recreation | Nova Scotia
Rethink Breast Cancer - Breast Fest Film Festival
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World's first and only film and arts festival dedicated to breast cancer awareness and education. Please purchase tickets online at our website. |
hello@breastfestfilmfest.com
Some of our expeditions:
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Missinaibi River, Ontario
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James Bay
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Georgian Bay
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Yukon River
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Saguenay Fjord
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And more...
Eligibility
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14-29 years old
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Remission of cancer for less than 5 years
Activities
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Art Therapy
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Laughter Yoga
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Age specific group Chats
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And more...
Eligibility
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Retreat Yourself first timer
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Cancer diagnosis between 18-35 and currently aged 18-35
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Supporter must be between age 18-35
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Be located in one of these provinces: Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Alberta, or Newfoundland
Eligibility
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Anyone, but aimed for young women who are patients or survivors of breast cancer
Activities
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Showing of breast cancer related films
How to apply
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Application form sent by email, fax or mail
Retreat Yourself Adventures
Retreat Yourself provides to young adult cancer survivors with an opportunity to take part in an adventure to address survivorship issues which will help them grow physically and mentally to push their limits. Each year, the destination is different.
Eligibility
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Survivors (1-5 years of post-treatment) currently between 18-39 and diagnosed between 15-39
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One supporter who is also between 18-39
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In good and stable health
Young Adult Cancer Canada
18 Argyle St. Suite 201
St. John's, NL A1A 1V3
Phone: (709) 579-7325
Toll-free: 1-877-571-7325
Fax: (709) 579-7326
Eligibility
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Canadian residents of all ages and cancer types who have completed their treatment at least two years before their Cottage Dreams getaway.
Cottage Dreams
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The Cottage Dreams Cancer Recovery Initiative offers cancer survivors the opportunity to spend a week at a donated cottage with their friends and family, allowing them to reflect and celebrate their recovery. |
Eligibility
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All young adult cancer fighters and survivors (aged 18 to 39)
First Descents
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First Descents offers a multi-day adventure program for young adults that allow them to push beyond their limits, meet other inspiring people, and explore some of the most beautiful settings throughout the U.S. and abroad. Costs free of charge, but must provide for your own travel (travel scholarships are available). All food, lodging, instruction, equipment and gear are provided. |
610 University Avenue
Toronto, ON M5T 2M9
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