The Canadian Cancer Survivor Network
@survivornetca.bsky.social
Our mission is to create a network of patients, survivors, friends, families, community partners & sponsors that will work together taking action to promote the very best standard of care, support, follow up and quality of life for patients and survivors.
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month! Learn more here: survivornet.ca/cancer-type/...
November 12, 2025 at 1:25 PM
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month! Learn more here: survivornet.ca/cancer-type/...
For those who gave all, we remember
November 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
For those who gave all, we remember
November 10th is World Neuroendocrine Cancer Day! Learn more here: survivornet.ca/cancer-type/...
November 10, 2025 at 1:15 PM
November 10th is World Neuroendocrine Cancer Day! Learn more here: survivornet.ca/cancer-type/...
November 6, 2025 at 5:45 PM
November is Radon Action month! Learn more here: www.evictradon.org/
November 6, 2025 at 3:12 PM
November is Radon Action month! Learn more here: www.evictradon.org/
It's MOVEMBER!!! Grow a moustashe, raise funds, save lives! ca.movember.com/
November 4, 2025 at 6:10 PM
It's MOVEMBER!!! Grow a moustashe, raise funds, save lives! ca.movember.com/
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month! Learn more here: right2survive.ca/
November 4, 2025 at 3:10 PM
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month! Learn more here: right2survive.ca/
Great news for Nanaimo!
"The new cancer care centre, set to open in 2028, will be able to offer effective cancer care for those in the mid and north island region, bringing care closer to home"
www.chly.ca/local-news/2...
"The new cancer care centre, set to open in 2028, will be able to offer effective cancer care for those in the mid and north island region, bringing care closer to home"
www.chly.ca/local-news/2...
Ground breaks at the location for new BC Cancer centre in Nanaimo — CHLY 101.7FM: Listener Supported in Nanaimo BC.
Ground has officially broken for construction on the new BC Cancer centre at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.
www.chly.ca
November 3, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Great news for Nanaimo!
"The new cancer care centre, set to open in 2028, will be able to offer effective cancer care for those in the mid and north island region, bringing care closer to home"
www.chly.ca/local-news/2...
"The new cancer care centre, set to open in 2028, will be able to offer effective cancer care for those in the mid and north island region, bringing care closer to home"
www.chly.ca/local-news/2...
Don't forget to turn your clocks back tonight!
November 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Don't forget to turn your clocks back tonight!
Can we get a "Kampai!" for all the minions that participated in last Saturday's Min Minion March in Calgary! They were out stirring up mischief and raising awareness for the Big March in the spring. Reach out if you'd like to register!
A BIG thank you from CCSN!
A BIG thank you from CCSN!
October 31, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Can we get a "Kampai!" for all the minions that participated in last Saturday's Min Minion March in Calgary! They were out stirring up mischief and raising awareness for the Big March in the spring. Reach out if you'd like to register!
A BIG thank you from CCSN!
A BIG thank you from CCSN!
Wishing everyone a Spook-tacular Hallowe'en!
October 31, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Wishing everyone a Spook-tacular Hallowe'en!
"For more than 45 years, Terry Fox has inspired Canadians to come together to defeat cancer and his ability to unite us all through a bold vision is what made today's announcement possible"
www.newswire.ca/news-release...
www.newswire.ca/news-release...
Scientists to Unlock Largest Collection of Cancer Data in Canada through the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network
/CNW/ - Thirty-five of Canada's brightest scientific minds will embark on a new era of precision oncology when they unlock access to the largest collection of...
www.newswire.ca
October 30, 2025 at 3:55 PM
"For more than 45 years, Terry Fox has inspired Canadians to come together to defeat cancer and his ability to unite us all through a bold vision is what made today's announcement possible"
www.newswire.ca/news-release...
www.newswire.ca/news-release...
Big discussions about big clinical trials opportunities at #CTOConf2025! CCSN's Jackie Manthorne is excited to join the speaker line-up at this year’s event. Don’t miss this forum for Canadian health innovation! Time is running out, register today: www.ctoconference.ca/
October 30, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Big discussions about big clinical trials opportunities at #CTOConf2025! CCSN's Jackie Manthorne is excited to join the speaker line-up at this year’s event. Don’t miss this forum for Canadian health innovation! Time is running out, register today: www.ctoconference.ca/
“It’s a combination of two things that happened at about the same time, namely new, much more powerful imaging (and) more precise radiotherapy techniques”
www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...
www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...
‘A game changer’: New strategy for treating prostate cancer at the CHUM
A new strategy for prostate cancer at the Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal (CHUM) not only detects the disease more effectively, but also attacks it with greater precision.
www.ctvnews.ca
October 29, 2025 at 5:20 PM
“It’s a combination of two things that happened at about the same time, namely new, much more powerful imaging (and) more precise radiotherapy techniques”
www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...
www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...
CCSN hosted a virtual prostate cancer patient focus group to gain insights on the experiences of individuals receiving treatment for prostate cancer. You'll hear the findings of that focus group & participants' experiences.
Register here: tinyurl.com/2wun2992
Register here: tinyurl.com/2wun2992
October 28, 2025 at 2:54 PM
CCSN hosted a virtual prostate cancer patient focus group to gain insights on the experiences of individuals receiving treatment for prostate cancer. You'll hear the findings of that focus group & participants' experiences.
Register here: tinyurl.com/2wun2992
Register here: tinyurl.com/2wun2992
“Why aren’t PSA tests covered the same as mammograms?”
We think that's a great question!
www.simcoereformer.ca/news/local-n...
We think that's a great question!
www.simcoereformer.ca/news/local-n...
MPP Brady presses Ford government on prostate cancer screening test
MPP Brady again calls on Ford government to cover cost of prostate cancer tests
www.simcoereformer.ca
October 27, 2025 at 6:59 PM
“Why aren’t PSA tests covered the same as mammograms?”
We think that's a great question!
www.simcoereformer.ca/news/local-n...
We think that's a great question!
www.simcoereformer.ca/news/local-n...
Sometimes that little voice in our heads is our worst enemy. Be as kind to yourself as you are to others. You deserve it!
#SupportiveSaturday #CancerAwareness
#SupportiveSaturday #CancerAwareness
October 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Sometimes that little voice in our heads is our worst enemy. Be as kind to yourself as you are to others. You deserve it!
#SupportiveSaturday #CancerAwareness
#SupportiveSaturday #CancerAwareness
October 24th is Brain Cancer Awareness Week! Learn more here: survivornet.ca/cancer-type/...
October 24, 2025 at 12:20 PM
October 24th is Brain Cancer Awareness Week! Learn more here: survivornet.ca/cancer-type/...
“We were disappointed that they did not come out with tangible, concrete action plans,” she said. “We’ve had lots of discussions about many of these topics. We know the solutions, so we need to start developing concrete action plans.”
www.ctvnews.ca/health/artic...
www.ctvnews.ca/health/artic...
‘It’s time for action’ to fix Canada’s health-care system, says CMA president
Federal, provincial and territorial health ministers met in Calgary on Oct. 16 and 17 to discuss ways to improve Canada’s health-care system, but the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) says the talks failed to deliver solutions.
www.ctvnews.ca
October 23, 2025 at 4:33 PM
“We were disappointed that they did not come out with tangible, concrete action plans,” she said. “We’ve had lots of discussions about many of these topics. We know the solutions, so we need to start developing concrete action plans.”
www.ctvnews.ca/health/artic...
www.ctvnews.ca/health/artic...
Put this one in your calendar! It won't be your typical webinar, but some authentic conversations. Hear from experts & advocates on topics like nutrition, clinical trials & practical tips for enhancing your quality of life—all in one free, accessible online event.
lp.lunghealth.ca/lung-cancer-...
lp.lunghealth.ca/lung-cancer-...
October 23, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Put this one in your calendar! It won't be your typical webinar, but some authentic conversations. Hear from experts & advocates on topics like nutrition, clinical trials & practical tips for enhancing your quality of life—all in one free, accessible online event.
lp.lunghealth.ca/lung-cancer-...
lp.lunghealth.ca/lung-cancer-...
October 24th - 30th is National Cervical Cancer Awareness Week! Learn more here: survivornet.ca/cancer-type/...
October 23, 2025 at 12:05 PM
October 24th - 30th is National Cervical Cancer Awareness Week! Learn more here: survivornet.ca/cancer-type/...
Hey Calgary Friends! The Mini Minion March is THIS weekend at George Moss Park! Have you and your family registered yet?
Register today by emailing miniminionmarch@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/groups/18486...
Register today by emailing miniminionmarch@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/groups/18486...
October 22, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Hey Calgary Friends! The Mini Minion March is THIS weekend at George Moss Park! Have you and your family registered yet?
Register today by emailing miniminionmarch@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/groups/18486...
Register today by emailing miniminionmarch@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/groups/18486...
Canadian Patient Safety Week is Oct. 27–31!
Register for
@he-es-canada.bsky.social's Spotlight Series & explore how safety is shaped not only by systems & policies, but also the voices of those delivering, receiving & supporting care.
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Register for
@he-es-canada.bsky.social's Spotlight Series & explore how safety is shaped not only by systems & policies, but also the voices of those delivering, receiving & supporting care.
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October 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Canadian Patient Safety Week is Oct. 27–31!
Register for
@he-es-canada.bsky.social's Spotlight Series & explore how safety is shaped not only by systems & policies, but also the voices of those delivering, receiving & supporting care.
EN: tinyurl.com/3tmpbpys
FR: tinyurl.com/4x39f3fp
Register for
@he-es-canada.bsky.social's Spotlight Series & explore how safety is shaped not only by systems & policies, but also the voices of those delivering, receiving & supporting care.
EN: tinyurl.com/3tmpbpys
FR: tinyurl.com/4x39f3fp
Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) is a rare and complex form of liver cancer — but awareness can lead to earlier diagnosis and better outcomes. Learn more from our friends at @cholangiocarcinoma.bsky.social
October 21, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) is a rare and complex form of liver cancer — but awareness can lead to earlier diagnosis and better outcomes. Learn more from our friends at @cholangiocarcinoma.bsky.social
Ottawa Friends! Have you seen the long list of services being offered by The Ottawa Cancer Foundation? It's VERY impressive! If you are looking for support, go check out their calendar.
ottawacancer.ca/
ottawacancer.ca/
Homepage - The Ottawa Cancer Foundation
We provide emotional, physical, and practical support through free programming and services for people with cancer and their support networks.
ottawacancer.ca
October 20, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Ottawa Friends! Have you seen the long list of services being offered by The Ottawa Cancer Foundation? It's VERY impressive! If you are looking for support, go check out their calendar.
ottawacancer.ca/
ottawacancer.ca/