Tax Benefits: Why You Should Donate by December 31
Ring out the year in a meaningful way by donating to the BC Cancer Foundation. Make an end-of-year donation to help …
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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 …
Lung Cancer Awareness Month: 5 Facts You Should Know
Lung cancer can impact everyone — not just smokers. Every year, over 4,000 British Columbians will be diagnosed with lung cancer, and 30% of …
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 …
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 …
10 Ways to Practice Self-Care While Facing Cancer
Depression and anxiety are common in cancer patients — and while lifesaving, chemotherapy and other drug therapies can initiate psychiatric side effects such as …
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5 Facts You Should Know
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian women, with one in eight being diagnosed in their lifetime. Prior to October, we’re sharing …
Drug Discovery Could Prevent Spread of Childhood Bone Cancer
Despite decades of advancement in treatment, cancer spreading to multiple parts of the body remains one of the biggest challenges facing patients and their …