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Discover the stories and breakthroughs that continue to change cancer outcomes across British Columbia.
State-of-the-Art Scanning Technology a First for Canada
BC Cancer’s Senior Executive Director of Research Dr. François Bénard is leading the charge to bring a Next-Generation PET/CT …
Pioneering Study Preserves Fertility for Young Endometrial Cancer Patients
The Castillos welcomed a second child to their family thanks a BC Cancer research protocol that allowed Marlifel to …
For Lone with Love
Lone’s friends and family show their support at the 2024 Capilano Volkswagen Cypress Challenge. In his third Capilano Volkswagen Cypress …
Lessons in Philanthropy: A Surrey Teacher’s Decade-Long Support
Elaine Chong has combined fitness and philanthropy for more than a decade to raise $78,000 for the BC Cancer …
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month: 5 Facts You Should Know
Pancreatic cancer is a type of digestive system cancer that starts in the pancreas. Discover the statistics linked to the disease, plus how BC …
First West Credit Union Puts Family First When Facing Cancer: Lisa Paulson’s Story
Of all the emotions that surfaced after Lisa Paulson was diagnosed with breast cancer, the one that most surprised her was guilt. “Between 2015 and …
First West Credit Union Puts Family First When Facing Cancer: James Funfer’s Story
“I used to be a very nervous flyer, and what often helped me was I would clock the flight attendants and be like, ‘Look …
Yakimovich Family Honoured with Naming of BC Cancer – Victoria’s New Integrated Care and Research Pavilion
The BC Cancer Foundation is proud to announce the naming of the new BC Cancer – Victoria Ernie & Yvonne Yakimovich Integrated Care and …
Philanthropy 101: How Helping British Columbians Facing Cancer Can Also Benefit You
Each year, more than 80,000 people from across the province donate to the BC Cancer Foundation to help advance cancer research and care in …
Canning for a Cause: Rosemary Walker’s Homemade Preserves Fuel Ovarian Cancer Research
When Rosemary Walker’s friend Carol was undergoing treatment for ovarian cancer, she often spoke of the incredible, compassionate care she was receiving at BC …