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Meet clinical advisors Dr. Sian Shuel and Dr. Christian Finley
Date: April 25, 2024
Employee Engagement Survey and Recognition Platform
Date: March 22, 2024
What are service delivery models?
Date: June 4, 2010
Chris Power elected Chair of the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer
Date: June 20, 2014
Key statistics on breast cancer screening in Canada (under development)
Date: December 8, 2023
Lung cancer screening in Canada: Environmental scan (2018)
Date: December 31, 2018
Review this summary of lung cancer screening’s key components and strategies across Canada in 2018
A physician’s perspective while receiving palliative care (Larry’s story)
Date: May 23, 2013
In this video, Dr. Larry Librach talks about his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer six weeks before and learnings from his time as a palliative care physician
Choosing how to live with metastatic breast cancer (Janet’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Janet talks about being diagnosed with breast cancer at 40 years of age and where she is now, four years later
Partnership’s survivorship initiative addresses needs of patients and families moving beyond cancer treatment
Date: June 4, 2010
June 6 marks the 23rd annual National Survivors Day
Estimating the economic impact of the Canadian Strategy for Cancer Control: A technical note
Date: May 28, 2019
Understanding the economic impact of improved cancer control efforts is critical for informing decision-making about future investments and is vital for the sustainability of the cancer control system
Ovarian cancer screening: Expert panel summary of evidence (2011)
Date: October 4, 2011
Read this October 2011 document for a summary of key features about randomized controlled trials related to ovarian cancer screening
Spiritual care added to Canada’s palliative care competency framework
Date: October 25, 2023
Spiritual care practitioners now among list of disciplines serving those affected by life-limiting conditions
Lung cancer screening in Canada: Environmental scan (2017)
Date: April 1, 2017
Review this summary from April 2017 of the key components of lung cancer screening strategies across Canada
Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow governance update
Date: November 6, 2008
Governance structure, key elements of study design now in place
Delivering on its commitments: Partnership releases 2012 Targets Status Report
Date: March 27, 2012
Status report highlights Partnership's progress on 55
International partners set path to standardized reporting
Date: December 16, 2011
Canada collaborates on the development of internationally-harmonized cancer pathology datasets
Current state of breast screening ACRs in Canada
Date: July 31, 2020
Find out what abnormal call rate (ACR) trends say about the quality and effectiveness of breast cancer screening in Canada
Manitoba
Date: November 15, 2022
Learn about HPV vaccine access and coverage in Manitoba. Find out who can get a publicly funded HPV vaccine, where they can get it, and how much it costs to purchase it privately.
Summary of evidence-informed UVR policy adoption by local governments across Canada
Date: February 1, 2019
Learn what evidence-informed policies to reduce ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure have been adopted by local governments
Summary of evidence-informed UVR policy adoption by provincial and territorial governments across Canada
Date: February 1, 2019
Learn what evidence-informed policies to reduce ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure have been adopted by provincial and territorial governments
The Future of Cancer Control in Canada: feedback deadline extended
Date: March 23, 2011
French discussion paper available on proposed strategic direction beyond 2012
Dr. Simon Sutcliffe’s next horizon
Date: December 1, 2008
The Partnership interviews the Vice-Chair of its Board, key player in creation of Partnership
Lung cancer screening in Canada: Environmental scan (2019-2020)
Date: November 27, 2020
Highlights of lung cancer screening programs’ activities and strategies
Banking Services
Date: July 23, 2019
Caregiving for both parents when father learns of lung cancer (Linda’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Linda S. talks about caring for her father who had metastasized lung cancer as well as caring for her mother who has dementia
Canadian advances to be showcased on international stage
Date: May 8, 2013
Australia to host international leaders in behavioural cancer research conference
Remote symptom protocols for individuals undergoing cancer treatment
Date: March 1, 2012
Use these 13 user-friendly symptom protocols to give remote support to cancer patients
Receiving a diagnosis of stage 4 melanoma and sharing the news (Chris’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Chris talks about receiving and sharing the news of his diagnosis, having chemotherapy and focusing on his daughter to stay positive
National Survivorship Working Group moving forward
Date: January 29, 2010
Co-chairs are in place and membership recruitment is underway
Accepting a different body and outlook after breast cancer (Gill’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Gill talks about accepting her scar, talking with others about cancer, telling her kids, enjoying the moment and having epiphanies
CAP education session about esophageal and gastric cancer resections
Date: November 24, 2010
In this 2010 video, Dr. Driman talks about the CAP checklist for reporting esophageal and gastric cancer resections
HPV testing for cervical cancer screening: Expert panel summary of evidence (2012)
Date: March 29, 2012
Read this March 2012 document for a summary of the key HPV trials that have published results or are underway
Reaction to a changed diagnosis for brain cancer (Doug’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Doug B. talks about being diagnosed with brain cancer, but then the gift of having his diagnosis upgraded from stage 4 to stage 1
Guide for implementing screening for distress: The sixth vital sign
Date: September 1, 2012
Read this 2012 report to learn the steps and considerations for screening patients for distress
Help shape the development of an action plan to eliminate cervical cancer
Date: October 29, 2019
Participate in a nationwide survey by November 11, 2019
Board of directors announcement
Date: June 29, 2009
Dr. Simon Sutcliffe takes the helm
Living with terminal ovarian cancer (Carol’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Carol O. talks having cervical cancer at age 31 and then being diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer 22 years later
CAP education session about breast core needle biopsies
Date: April 8, 2015
In this 2015 video, Dr. SenGupta talks about breast core needle biopsies, including the correlation of specimen size with upgrade rates
Cancer Guidelines Database
Date: November 9, 2017
2012 World Cancer Congress
Date: April 25, 2012
Early bird registration extended to April 30
Request for Proposals: External Engagement for the Assessment of Annual Cancer System Performance Indicators
Date: February 25, 2019
Request for Information (RFI) for External Engagement for the Assessment of Annual Cancer System Performance Indicators
Date: January 10, 2019
Investing for short- and long-term health gains
Date: July 9, 2012
CLASP projects demonstrate early return on investment by supporting communities to be healthier
Coping emotionally and finding gratitude with cancer at age 73 (Pert’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Pert talks about being diagnosed with colorectal cancer at age 73, coping with her emotions and knowing when to get support
Primary care tools supporting adolescent and young adult cancer survivors
Date: June 7, 2021
Primary care providers may not see adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors often, but when they do, these two just-in-time tools have been developed to help providers connect their AYA patients to further resources and support
2016 Cancer system performance report
Date: July 12, 2016
Read about screening for distress, clinical trial participation, smoking rates, HPV vaccination rates and more
CAP education session about pediatric hepatoblastoma
Date: April 3, 2019
In this 2019 video, Dr. El Demellawy talks about the CAP protocol for examining specimens from pediatric patients with hepatoblastoma
World Cancer Day marked with new Canadian survey results showing increase in colon cancer screening
Date: February 2, 2012
More Canadians are getting checked, but many still confused about when to do it
Guidelines for screening and managing cancer-related fatigue
Date: February 1, 2011
Review these 2011 practice guidelines to learn about the best ways to manage fatigue in adult patients with cancer
Key takeaways (under development)
Date: December 11, 2023
Key statistics on colorectal cancer screening in Canada
Date: October 18, 2021
Dr. Heather Bryant recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 most powerful women
Date: November 27, 2015
New report shows progress and emerging trends in Canada’s cancer system
Date: December 17, 2012
Care improving for colorectal and other cancer patients – but still room for improvement
Q&A with Dr. Eva Grunfeld, Program Lead of the BETTER Program
Date: July 4, 2018
Out-going Chair Jeff Lozon reflects on the Partnership’s first 30 months
Date: April 21, 2009
"Cancer control is a marathon, not a sprint"
World Cancer Day: February 4, 2012
Date: February 3, 2012
Toronto's CN Tower lit blue and orange to mark the day
Radon Environmental CEO suspects his wife’s lung cancer was caused by radon
Date: July 22, 2014
Read this interview with President and CEO of Radon Environmental about why he suspects his wife’s lung cancer was caused by radon
Cancer in adolescents and young adults
Date: April 16, 2009
Four-year Partnership-funded project looks at "lost tribe"
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer announces new CEO
Date: May 30, 2017
The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer is pleased to announce the appointment of Cynthia Morton as Chief Executive Officer effective July 24th, 2017.
Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow Project enrolls close to 300,000 volunteers in landmark project for cancer and chronic disease research
Date: February 3, 2014
Measuring the performance of cancer control to maximize impact
Date: January 26, 2012
Partnership releases 2011 Cancer System Performance Report
Evidence-informed UVR policy actions
Date: February 1, 2019
Learn how local, provincial and territorial governments can protect the public from solar and artificial ultraviolet radiation (UVR) by implementing evidence-informed policies
Investments in survivorship, palliative and end-of-life care research
Date: September 20, 2011
New report identifies opportunities for research on experiences and needs of cancer patients
Adolescents and young adults with cancer
Date: April 1, 2017
Read our 2017 report on the unique challenges faced by young Canadians who have cancer
Promoting equity and diversity in cancer care settings
Date: July 1, 2009
Learn about current tools, knowledge and resources to promote equitable policies and practices for cancer care in this 2009 report
A family’s reaction to breast cancer (Gloria’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Gloria talks about treatment for her breast cancer and her mother’s reaction to both the diagnosis and treatment
World Cancer Day: Canadians willing to pitch in to prevent cancer
Date: February 3, 2011
National survey examines attitudes to cancer research
Take #30MinutesThatMatter to shape the future of cancer care
Date: October 15, 2018
Canadians are asked to participate in an online campaign to update the pan-Canadian cancer strategy
The Service Delivery Models Project
Date: February 24, 2009
Providing access to leading innovative service delivery models
CAP education session about colorectal cancer 2016
Date: March 9, 2016
In this video, Dr. Parfitt talks about the newest checklist for colorectal cancer, including serosa, radial margins and other staging issues
New report provides valuable information on breast cancer control across Canada
Date: September 28, 2012
World No Tobacco Day
Date: May 28, 2012
The Partnership's Prevention Policies Directory supports tobacco control and chronic disease prevention efforts
System Performance Knowledge Product Assessment
Date: February 26, 2018
Board of Directors announcement
Date: April 30, 2012
Chris Clark elected Chair of the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer
Improving equity in access to palliative care
Date: April 17, 2023
Read our interview with Dr. Naheed Dosani about the Improving Equity in Access to Palliative Care initiative, how he got involved with palliative care and why he is committed to helping vulnerably housed people in Canada.
Enjoying married life after caregiving for a spouse with bladder cancer (Ieva’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Ieva talks about caregiving for her husband who was diagnosed with aggressive bladder cancer about a year ago
CAP education session about the lung and lung biomarker
Date: January 30, 2014
In this 2014 video, Dr. Hwang talks about using updated CAP protocols for the lung and lung biomarker
CAP education session about head and neck cancer 2018
Date: February 28, 2018
In this video, Dr. Bullock talks about the updated CAP protocols for head and neck cancers, and the new TNM staging system
How patients can manage cancer-related fatigue
Date: June 15, 2012
Read this resource to learn what cancer-related fatigue is and how to manage it
Return-to-work concerns for people with cancer and their caregivers
Date: April 1, 2012
Review information about the challenges faced when a person with cancer returns to work during or after treatment
Advances in survivorship care: Resources, lessons and practices
Date: May 1, 2012
Read this May 2012 report for the most recent advances in the field of survivorship to help implement care plans and projects
Canada’s largest-ever health data portal opens to global researchers
Date: June 29, 2015
Unique data set made possible by 300,000 Canadians
Canada’s largest health research platform teams up with University of Toronto to accelerate cancer and chronic disease research
Date: March 29, 2018
Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow Project (CPTP) enters a new era of scientific activity under the leadership of newly appointed National Scientific Director, Dr. Philip Awadalla
Coping with cancer as a young father of a newborn and toddler (French) (Pascal’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Pascal talks about being diagnosed with testicular cancer at age 27, and then facing cancer again in his lymph nodes a year later
Setting goals during breast cancer treatment (Karen’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Karen talks about being diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer six years ago, her treatment and treating it like a project
A 23-year survivor looks back on lymphoma (John’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, John talks about how he coped and what he learned
CAP education session about breast cancer reporting
Date: February 22, 2010
In this 2010 video, Dr. Lester talks about the new CAP breast cancer protocols
CAP education session about endometrial cancer 2010
Date: November 10, 2010
In this video, Dr. Daya talks about the proper use of the CAP protocol for endometrial cancer
CAP education session about bladder cancer 2011
Date: January 26, 2011
In this video, Dr. van der Kwast talks about CAP protocols for urinary tract cancer
CAP education session about ovarian cancer 2011
Date: February 9, 2011
In this 2011 video, Dr. McLachlin talks about the 2010 CAP checklist for protocols related to ovarian cancer
CAP education session about the renal pelvis, ureter and urethra
Date: April 13, 2013
In this 2013 video, Dr. Trpkov talks about CAP protocols for examining specimens from patients with renal pelvis, ureter and urethra cancers
CAP education session about kidney cancer 2018
Date: February 21, 2018
In this video, Dr. Trpkov talks about the updated CAP protocols for renal cell carcinomas
CAP education session about colorectal adenomas and serrated polyps
Date: March 11, 2015
In this 2015 video, Dr. Driman talks about issues for pathologists when reporting colorectal adenomas and serrated polyps
CAP education session about melanoma 2016
Date: April 13, 2016
In this 2016 video, Dr. Shum talks about the latest CAP cutaneous melanoma protocol and the melanoma biomarkers template
CAP education session about bladder cancer 2016
Date: April 27, 2016
In this video, Dr. van der Kwast talks about changes to the checklists for the urinary tract and understanding them, with a focus on TURB
CAP education session about lung cancer 2017
Date: January 1, 2017
In this video, Dr. Hwang talks about changes to the protocols for examining specimens from patients with lung cancer
CAP education session about brain and spinal cord tumours
Date: February 1, 2012
In this 2012 video, Dr. Jansen talks about the CAP checklist for tumours of the brain and spinal cord
Breast cancer screening in Canada: Environmental scan (2017)
Date: April 1, 2017
Review this summary from April 2017 of the key components of breast cancer screening programs and strategies across Canada
Learning from three bouts of breast cancer (Deborah’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Deborah talks about having breast cancer at age 30, then again at age 35 and when it metastasized to her collarbone at age 44
Personal strategy for dealing with testicular cancer (Mark’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Mark talks about being diagnosed with testicular cancer at age 38 and within a month, being treated for his cancer
Finding balance after leukemia (Lindsay’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Lindsay talks about being diagnosed with leukemia at 29, and she discusses her treatment and finding her balance
CRM configuration and training
Date: June 23, 2017
2015 Cancer system performance report
Date: June 17, 2015
Learn about 17 indicators that address cancer prevention, screening, treatment, and more
Legacy of Pan Am/Parapan Am athletes’ village is a healthy, active community
Date: August 14, 2015
New Toronto community purposely built to incorporate physical activity into everyday tasks
Addressing priority cancer control gaps with and for First Peoples
Date: March 6, 2014
First time collaborations to improve the cancer experience for patients in rural, remote and isolated communities
Patient stories valuable for improving care
Date: June 28, 2011
Helping health-care professionals tune into the patient's perspective
Integrating smoking cessation in a clinical setting
Date: March 9, 2015
Read an interview with Dr. Andrew Pipe at the University of Ottawa about the importance of bringing programs to help people quit smoking into the clinical setting
Getting through the hardships of caregiving (Bernie’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Bernie talks about caregiving for her husband, Lew, who was diagnosed with tongue cancer and driving him six hours for treatment
Asking for help during breast cancer and making life changes afterwards (Sarah’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Sarah talks about being diagnosed with stage one breast cancer five years before and needing to depend on others
CAP education session about testicular tumours 2019
Date: February 27, 2019
In this 2019 video, Dr. Yilmaz talks about the updated CAP protocols for testicular cancer, and updates to the WHO and TNM classification systems
A doctor becomes a breast cancer patient (Marla’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Dr. Marla Shapiro talks about being diagnosed with breast cancer and how her profession often hampered her experience
Cancer diagnosis even after proactive surgeries (Anju’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Anju talks about her shocking diagnosis even after having prophylactic hysterectomy to avoid ovarian cancer
Readiness assessment of the electronic synoptic surgical quality initiative
Date: March 31, 2017
Review the initiative’s 2017 findings and recommendations for helping implement synoptic surgery reporting standards in key jurisdictions
CAP education session about colorectal cancer 2010
Date: February 23, 2010
In this video, Dr. Washington talks about changes to the CAP checklist for colorectal cancer
CAP education session about the cancer checklist for melanoma 2011
Date: January 12, 2011
In this 2011 video, Dr. Trotter talks about the CAP melanoma protocol for cancer staging and patient prognosis
CAP education session about exocrine pancreatic cancer
Date: December 11, 2011
In this 2011 video, Dr. Rowsell talks about the CAP checklist for reporting carcinomas of the exocrine pancreas
New practice guideline addresses need for sleep resources
Date: April 24, 2013
CAP education session about the cancer checklist for thymoma mesothelioma
Date: January 28, 2015
In this 2015 CAP video, Dr. Churg and Dr. Hwang talk about diagnosing and staging thymoma mesothelioma
CAP education session about ovarian cancer 2016
Date: March 30, 2016
In this video, Dr. Djordjevic talks about the newest protocol for examining specimens from patients with ovarian or fallopian tube cancer
CAP education session about TNM classification, eighth edition
Date: February 15, 2017
In this 2017 video, Dr. Brierley talks about the changes to TNM classification between the seventh and eighth editions
CAP education session about pediatric Ewing sarcoma
Date: March 22, 2017
In this 2017 video, Dr. El Demellawy talks about the 2016 CAP protocol for examining specimens from pediatric patients with the Ewing sarcoma
CAP education session about prostate cancer 2017
Date: May 29, 2017
In this video, Dr. Srigley talks about the updated CAP protocols for prostate cancer
CAP education session about head and neck cancer 2012
Date: January 11, 2012
In this video, Dr. Ordonez talks about the CAP checklist and cancer protocols for head and neck
Colorectal cancer screening: Flexible sigmoidoscopy expert panel (2012)
Date: September 19, 2012
Review the September 2012 synthesized results about flexible sigmoidoscopy for colorectal cancer screening from four randomized controlled trials
CAP education session about testicular cancer
Date: February 15, 2012
In this 2012 video, Dr. Yilmaz talks about the CAP checklist cancer protocols for reporting testicular cancer
CAP education session about cancer checklists for the hepatobiliary system
Date: January 16, 2013
In this 2013 video, Dr. Oyedele talks about CAP cancer checklists for the liver and biliary tract
CAP education session about cancers of the cervix, vagina and vulva 2013
Date: January 23, 2013
In this 2013 video, Dr. Chapman talks about CAP protocols for cancers of the cervix, vagina and vulva
Adolescent and young adult cancer patients “falling through the cracks”
Date: March 11, 2010
Task force to tackle issues
Partnership supports 3CTN initiative to improve cancer clinical trial participation for underserved populations
Date: June 3, 2020
CAP education session about cancers of the cervix, vagina and vulva
Date: March 27, 2019
In this 2019 video, Dr. Hoang, talks about the updated CAP protocols for cervix, vagina and vulva cancers
CAP education session about Lynch Syndrome 2019
Date: February 20, 2019
In this video, Dr. Pollett talks about CAP protocols for Lynch Syndrome, identifying patients and immunohistochemistry
Surviving breast cancer and conquering fears (Amita’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Amita talks about her breast cancer diagnosis, her reaction, how she shared the news and her fear of recurrence
CAP education session about prostate cancer 2010
Date: January 28, 2010
In this video, Dr. Humphrey talks about the CAP protocol for examining specimens from patients with carcinoma of the prostate gland
CAP education session about thyroid cancer 2010
Date: December 8, 2010
In this video, Dr. Bullock talks about the 2010 CAP checklist for thyroid cancer
New pan-Canadian review process for cancer drugs
Date: July 13, 2011
CAP education session about stomach cancer and gastric Her2 testing
Date: March 6, 2013
In this 2013 video, Dr. Streutker talks about CAP protocols for stomach cancer, gastric Her2 testing and D2 surgery
CAP education session about cancer protocols for the pediatric Wilms tumour
Date: April 1, 2014
In this 2014 video, Dr. Somers talks about the CAP protocols for examining specimens from pediatric patients with the Wilms tumour
CAP education session about pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma
Date: May 11, 2016
In this 2016 video, Dr. Somers talks about using protocols to support synoptic reporting of rhabdomyosarcoma cancer specimens from pediatric patients
CAP education session about invasive breast cancer 2017
Date: February 8, 2017
In this video, Dr. Barnes talks about the updated protocol for examining specimens from patients with invasive breast cancer
CAP education session about colorectal cancer 2018
Date: March 14, 2018
In this video, Dr. Schaeffer talks about the updated CAP protocols for colorectal carcinoma
Coping with relapse and facing hard decisions (Renée’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Renée talks about being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s follicular lymphoma at the age of 32 and dealing with recurrence
Surviving leukemia (Jennifer’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Jennifer talks about her cancer journey with leukemia and shares her thoughts as a five-year survivor
Coping with rare ovarian cancer as a young adult (Jen’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Jen talks about dealing with a rare form of ovarian cancer as a young adult, needing to rely on her mom and returning to work
CAP education session about ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) of the breast
Date: March 28, 2012
In this 2012 video, Dr. Barnes talks about the CAP protocol for examining specimens from patients with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) of the breast
Using evidence to focus screening activities on people who stand to benefit the most
Date: November 25, 2020
Explore prioritizing people based on risk for both screening and follow-up activities
New funding for the Canadian Cancer Clinical Trials Network will help more cancer patients access clinical trials
Date: July 11, 2018
Only the sky is the limit after breast cancer (French) (Gaétanne’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Gaétanne talks about being diagnosed with breast cancer 15 years ago and after, only seeing the sky as the limit
Breast cancer before age 30 is life changing (French) (Frédérique’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Frédérique talks about being diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 28 and how it changed her
A physician wants to die with dignity (Dr. Low’s story)
Date: September 24, 2013
In this video, Dr. Low talks about being diagnosed with a brain tumour, knowing that he can’t get better and worrying about how he’ll die
Seeing a negative side of yourself when caregiving for a long time (Kathleen’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Kathleen talks about caregiving for her husband, Ian, who passed away from tongue cancer five years ago
CAP education session about esophageal and gastric cancers 2019
Date: March 13, 2019
In this video, Dr. Streutker talks about the updated CAP protocols for esophageal and gastric cancers
Finding new hopes with palliative care for endometrial cancer (Linda’s story)
Date: July 31, 2012
In this video, Linda B. talks about learning that palliative care would extend her quality of life when her endometrial cancer reoccurred
Caregiving for 11 years during her husband’s prostate cancer (Dianne’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Dianne talks about caring for her husband, Doug, near the end of his life, after 11 years with prostate cancer
Palliative care after prostate cancer and bone metastasis (Doug’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Doug talks about choosing palliative care for prostate cancer with bone metastasis, and to accept his life ending
Prostate cancer, recurrence and bone metastasis (Doug’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Doug G. talks about treating prostate cancer, dealing with a recurrence and now dealing with the pain of bone metastasis
Lung cancer treatment is a full-time job when living remotely (Dave’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Dave talks about his treatment for lung cancer as a full-time job given that he lives in a remote village on Lake Superior
CAP education session about lung cancer 2010
Date: January 27, 2010
In this video, Dr. Butnor talks about the new CAP protocol for examining specimens from patients with lung cancer
Lung cancer screening in Canada: Companion resource (2018)
Date: October 1, 2018
Review this resource from October 2018 that is for jurisdictions considering the implementation of a lung cancer screening program
Colorectal cancer screening in Canada: Monitoring and evaluation of quality indicators – Results report 2011 to 2012 (2014)
Date: December 11, 2014
Review this 2014 report for provincial data about the quality of colorectal cancer screening programs in 2011 and 2012
Strengthening Canada’s capability to conduct practice-changing clinical trials
Date: April 25, 2013
The Partnership teams up with the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research
CAP education session about cancer biomarker reporting templates
Date: January 7, 2015
In this 2015 video, Dr. Lazar talks about what CAP cancer biomarker reporting templates are and how they are used
CAP education session about thyroid cancer 2015
Date: February 11, 2015
In this transcript, Dr. Bullock talks about the CAP protocol for examining specimens from patients with thyroid cancer
CAP education session about brain cancer
Date: April 11, 2018
In this 2018 video, Dr. Keith talks about the updated CAP protocols for brain and CNS cancers
CAP education session about soft tissue and bone tumours
Date: January 25, 2012
In this 2012 video, Dr. Kandel talks about the CAP protocols for examining specimens from patients with soft tissue and bone tumours
Popular First Nations cancer care course expanding to all provinces
Date: November 9, 2011
Course developed with and for health-care providers working in First Nations communities
Taking action to improve abnormal call rates
Date: July 31, 2020
Learn how cancer system stakeholders can improve breast cancer screening and deliver quality care in a sustainable way
Caregiving as a teenager for a parent with terminal cancer (Linda’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Linda M. talks about caring for her mom during the last year of her life and how emotionally difficult that was to do as a teenager
Pan-Canadian standards for rectal cancer surgery
Date: March 29, 2019
These standards support the delivery of consistent, high-quality care for Canadians with rectal cancer who need surgery
Breast cancer screening in Canada: Environmental scan (2018)
Date: December 31, 2018
Review this summary of breast cancer screening programs’ key components and strategies across Canada in 2018
2018 Cancer system performance report
Date: November 9, 2018
Read our 2018 report that shines a light on the performance of Canada’s cancer system, showing what’s working and where improvements are needed
CAP education session about head and neck cancer 2014
Date: February 20, 2014
In this video, Dr. Bullock talks about the updated CAP protocols for head and neck cancer
CAP education session about staged procedures or multiple surgeries
Date: February 27, 2014
In this 2014 video, Dr. Baker talks about the TNM classification system for staged procedures with multiple surgeries
Caregivers and patients share their experiences in new The Truth of It videos
Date: June 24, 2013
Insights valuable for improving care
CAP education session about invasive breast cancer 2013
Date: January 30, 2013
In this video, Dr. Simpson talks about the CAP cancer checklist for invasive breast cancer
CAP education session about sarcoma in community and centralized settings
Date: March 27, 2014
In this 2014 video, Dr. Kandel talks about the updated CAP checklist for soft tissue and bone tumours
Pan-Canadian study aims to improve transitions in care
Date: June 1, 2016
Organized screening for lung cancer will save lives and resources in the cancer system
Date: March 23, 2020
Evidence shows that lung cancer caught at an earlier stage has better treatment outcomes
Smoking cessation program milestone achieved thanks to partners across Canada
Date: May 31, 2022
From best evidence to best practice
Date: March 19, 2012
Capacity Enhancement Program offers one-stop shop of tools to help cancer guideline developers across the country
Quitting smoking is a process, not an event
Date: March 9, 2015
Read this interview about quitting smoking with Dr. Peter Selby, Clinician Scientist, Addictions and Director, Medical Education at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto
Language a barrier for Canadian women in getting screened for cervical cancer
Date: June 28, 2017
The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer has released the 2017 Cancer System Performance Report which found that language may be a significant barrier for certain groups of Canadian women in getting screened for cervical cancer.
First Nations, Inuit and Métis Initiative Evaluation
Date: November 23, 2020
Overview of Pan-Canadian standards for cancer surgery
Date: March 29, 2019
Review these cancer surgical standards for high risk, gynecologic, thoracic, breast and rectal to support the delivery of high-quality care
Pan-Canadian standards for breast cancer surgery
Date: March 29, 2019
These standards support the delivery of consistent, high-quality care for Canadians with breast cancer who need surgery
CAP education session about kidney cancer 2011
Date: February 23, 2011
In this 2011 video, Dr. Srigley talks about the CAP checklist and protocol for renal cell carcinoma
For Digital Vendor Services
Date: March 23, 2018
CAP education session about endometrial cancer 2015
Date: February 25, 2015
In this 2015 video, Dr. Gilks talks about CAP protocols for examining specimens from patients with endometrial cancer
Forum on cervical cancer prevention and control in the HPV vaccine era
Date: February 27, 2009
Discover key findings from the 2008 pan-Canadian forum about using the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer
Annual Highlights 2015/16 presents recent achievements of Canada’s cancer strategy
Date: August 11, 2016
Effective, Efficient, Evolving
Rediscovering purpose after tongue cancer (Lew’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Lew talks about being diagnosed with tongue cancer at 56 and having two surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation
Transitioning from dating to marriage and caregiving (Ashleigh’s story)
Date: March 1, 2011
In this video, Ashleigh talks about when her husband, Doug, was diagnosed with a brain tumour three years ago when they were dating
The Partnership announces new Vice-President, Cancer Control
Date: October 25, 2021
Erika Nicholson steps into this role effective November 1, 2021
Patient Reported Outcomes empower patients to be active partners in their care
Date: January 26, 2016
Patient-reported outcomes improve cancer treatments beyond baseline symptom screening
Cancer prevention for healthier communities and healthier Canadians
Date: January 14, 2013
CLASP2 calls for proposals
Addressing life after cancer treatment
Date: June 3, 2011
June 5 marks the 24th annual National Survivors Day
Canada moving forward with a unique approach to address childhood obesity
Date: March 7, 2011
Canada's first national dialogue launched on childhood healthy weight
Explore emerging tobacco control issues during National Non-Smoking Week
Date: January 16, 2017
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer welcomes new Board Chair, Vice-Chair and members
Date: October 25, 2022
Participation rate
Date: October 18, 2021
Ordinary Canadians may help find the answers to the causes of cancer and chronic disease
Date: March 8, 2012
Now 150,000+ people strong, the Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow Project enables Canadians to contribute to major research
New data shows how Canada is progressing towards priorities and actions of the country’s cancer strategy
Date: July 5, 2023
Improving ACRs: Double reading
Date: July 31, 2020
Use a second set of eyes to improve breast screening accuracy
2011 Cancer system performance report
Date: January 31, 2011
Discover more about what’s working and where improvements are needed in Canada’s cancer system in this report from 2011
Starting cervical cancer screening at 25 years of age: The time has come
Date: January 7, 2019
Learn about the potential benefits associated with delaying cervical cancer screening
Commercial tanning: Local regulation of the use and/or sale of commercial tanning units
Date: February 1, 2019
Learn how local governments can limit the use of artificial tanning units
Modelling scenarios for screening prioritization during the COVID-19 pandemic
Date: September 13, 2021
Review modelling data to support decisions for managing screening backlogs due to service disruptions
New data shows how Canada is progressing towards priorities and actions of the country’s cancer strategy
Date: July 5, 2023
Canadians helping to answer challenging questions about the causes of cancer
Date: December 15, 2011
More than 100,000 Canadians (and counting) participating in the Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow Project
Surviving cancer for a year or more can improve long-term outlook for many patients
Date: April 21, 2011
Organizations across Canada team up to tackle childhood obesity
Date: March 30, 2011
More than 80 organizations convene to discuss practical approaches for healthier children
Canadian Virtual Hospice launches new palliative and end-of-life care knowledge tools
Date: May 30, 2016
Canadians to benefit as better cancer data translates into better cancer control
Date: October 20, 2010
National Staging Initiative to collect standardized data about cancer stage across Canada; first-of-its-kind collaboration has long-term potential to improve care and save lives
Statement from Cynthia Morton, CEO, Canadian Partnership Against Cancer in support of the Quebec Government’s announcement of lung cancer screening pilot for the province on World No Tobacco Day
Date: May 31, 2021
Public and Patient Engagement to Inform Action Plan for Elimination of Cervical Cancer in Canada
Date: June 21, 2019
Evaluation of the electronic synoptic pathology reporting initiative
Date: April 8, 2017
In this 2017 report, learn about the barriers and enablers of implementing electronic systems and pathology standards in six provinces
The Partnership celebrates World Cancer Day
Date: February 4, 2015
The Partnership promotes greater integration of tobacco control and cancer control
Date: January 19, 2015
New report an opportunity to understand and improve impact of organized breast cancer screening
Date: February 28, 2013
Call for applications: Board of Directors
Date: April 24, 2012
Breast cancer patients share their stories
Date: October 13, 2010
Partnership showcases The Truth of It for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Cancer in adolescents and young adults (15-29 years)
Date: March 11, 2010
Fact sheet
Pan-Canadian Early Lung Cancer Detection Study update
Date: November 10, 2008
Hundreds signed up for lung cancer detection study; more still needed
Guiding principles
Date: November 25, 2020
Work with communities and partners to embed equity in all strategies towards screening resiliency
Patient Reported Outcomes (PROs) Evaluation and Early Integration of Palliative Care (EIPC)
Date: November 5, 2020
Paramedics and Palliative Care: Caring for people where they want it, when they need it most
Date: May 26, 2022
National poll shows cancer strategy a priority for Canadians
Date: February 4, 2015
Innovative initiatives across Canada aim to improve cancer patients’ experience
Date: April 16, 2014
The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer announces $13 million in funding for partner organizations
Cancer Risk Management Initiative launched
Date: October 24, 2008
Screening reports show many Canadians still waiting too long for final diagnosis of breast and colorectal cancer
Date: July 10, 2017
New cervical cancer screening guidelines
Date: December 20, 2016
Shifting from overscreening young women to minimize harms
Lung cancer screening experts come together to act on evidence
Date: November 28, 2012
Bringing the benefits of new strategies to Canadians
Adolescents and young adults with cancer in Canada
Date: April 24, 2017
On Advance Care Planning Day, it’s time for Canadians to stop making excuses and get talking
Date: April 16, 2016
Virtual care in Canada: Environmental scan
Date: September 19, 2019
Learn how virtual care is currently being used in Canada, its impact on the overall sustainability of our health care system and its potential to improve cancer care
Pan-Canadian collaborative approach to improve the health of Canadians
Date: April 9, 2014
New initiatives driving better health outcomes by helping to shape lifestyles to prevent cancer and chronic diseases
New evidence-based patient resource available for cancer-related fatigue
Date: November 27, 2012
Insights from patients key to shaping content
Canadian advances to be showcased at international cancer conference
Date: August 28, 2012
The Partnership launches initiative to advance standardized cancer pathology reporting
Date: July 18, 2012
Cross-country collaboration to benefit women with ovarian cancer
Date: October 26, 2011
Partnership teams up with Terry Fox Research Institute to support research with potential for immediate impact
Participation rate (under development)
Date: December 11, 2023
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer marks World Cancer Day 2023
Date: February 3, 2023
How the Partnership is putting the focus on cancer and helping close the care gap in Canada.
Canada reports first-ever cancer stage data
Date: February 24, 2015
February 24, 2015 (Toronto) For the first time, pan-Canadian stage data for the four most common cancers are being collected and reported in Canada, providing powerful information to plan care and predict outcomes...
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer marks World Cancer Day 2023
Date: February 3, 2023
How the Partnership is putting the focus on cancer and helping close the care gap in Canada.
Addressing the mental health and return-to-work needs of cancer survivors
Date: June 7, 2021
This scan looks at the challenges cancer survivors face as they transition back to their daily lives, including returning to work and it also outlines approaches used in Canada and internationally to improve survivorship care
World Cancer Day 2016: We can. I can.
Date: February 4, 2016
Canadians with lower income often less likely to receive potentially life-saving cancer tests and treatments
Date: February 13, 2014
Examining disparities in cancer control – a story of gaps, opportunities, and some successes
Prime Minister Harper announces second mandate for Canadian Partnership Against Cancer
Date: March 10, 2011
Canada ranks highly in cancer survival
Date: December 21, 2010
International study shows Canada among top countries in survival rates
Priorities, targets and actions in the plan to eliminate cervical cancer
Date: November 17, 2020
Learn how Canada is taking action to eliminate cervical cancer
Action plan for the elimination of cervical cancer in Canada, 2020–2030
Date: November 17, 2020
Learn how Canada is taking action to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040 through HPV immunization and screening, as well as improved follow-up
Low-income cancer patients less likely to survive
Date: July 12, 2016
2023 in numbers, a year in review
Date: December 13, 2023
HPV vaccine access in Canada, 2022
Date: November 15, 2022
Learn about the coverage of and eligibility for publicly funded HPV vaccines in each province and territory.
BETTER tools help patients take action for healthier lives – including quitting smoking
Date: January 21, 2013
Revealing The Truth of It
Date: August 10, 2010
Powerful video series shares Canadians' stories about living with cancer
New recommendations seek to improve the quality of pathology practice
Date: November 16, 2016
This marks Canada's first effort to develop a framework of recommendations for the quality of pathological interpretation
The BETTER program for preventing cancer and chronic diseases
Date: July 4, 2018
Learn more about the BETTER program for preventing cancer and chronic diseases through an interview with Dr. Eva Grunfeld, a video and a pamphlet
Partnership commits $24.5M to support innovation in Canadian cancer services
Date: November 25, 2020
The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer is working with partners across Canada to innovate cancer care, with a focus on improving access to world class cancer screening services for underserviced populations in the wake of a pandemic that’s changed the face of health care
Canada leading developed countries in survival for lung and colon cancer
Date: September 12, 2019
New data shows where Canada ranks internationally in survival for seven types of cancer
Canadians with family history of colorectal cancer need to be screened earlier, more often
Date: November 27, 2018
Canadian Association of Gastroenterology says having a first degree relative with colorectal cancer is a major personal risk with early screening recommended
Wide variation in mastectomy rates across Canada
Date: October 19, 2012
New report examines surgical care of breast cancer patients within one year of their initial surgery
More is not always better in cancer care: Partnership report
Date: March 31, 2016
The relevance of patient care and the sustainability of the cancer system depend on the avoidance of unnecessary tests, treatments and interventions
Canada acts to meet WHO Call to eliminate cervical cancer
Date: February 4, 2020
Pan-Canadian organization hosts Summit to Eliminate Cervical Cancer with partners from all parts of Canada’s cancer system
Prostate cancer treatment varies widely in Canada
Date: November 2, 2015
Significant variations in treatment approaches can be seen across provinces
Pivotal funding to improve cancer care for Indigenous peoples
Date: June 21, 2018
Over $24 million in funding will support First Nations, Inuit and Métis people living with or affected by cancer
Over 50? Time to have a chat about your colon
Date: March 25, 2010
New campaign will help Canadians find the right words to have a "colonversation"
In conversation with Jon Kerner
Date: March 24, 2009
The Chair of the Partnership's Primary Prevention Action Group discusses a new approach to cancer prevention
What’s working and what’s not in Canada’s cancer system – Report points to where action is needed
Date: November 13, 2018
The 2018 Cancer System Performance Report compares provinces and territories in key areas of cancer care from prevention through to treatment and survivorship
Canada
Date: January 24, 2024
Impact of a smoking cessation in cancer care initiative
Groundbreaking report looks at Canadian cancer care exclusively from the patient perspective
Date: January 29, 2018
Report highlights significant challenges for many from fearing something is wrong through to finding a “new normal” after cancer treatment is over, and beyond
High-quality cancer surgery for Canadians, from start to finish: A Q&A with Dr. Christian Finley
Date: November 12, 2019
The Pan-Canadian Standards for Cancer Surgery were released earlier this year
Canada
Date: August 16, 2023
Répercussions d’une initiative d’intégration de l’abandon du tabagisme dans les soins contre le cancer