Meet the Researcher: George Xie
George Xie is a PhD student in the Department of Biochemistry at Western University. He is conducting BCC-funded breast cancer research under the mentorship of Dr. Kun Ping Lu. 1. What specific areas of breast cancer research are you currently focusing on, and why are they important? Currently, a major obstacle in breast cancer treatment […]
Canadian Night at ASCO 2025
Join Us at ASCO 2025 – BCC’s Canadian Night The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting is one of the most influential cancer research conferences in the world, and Breast Cancer Canada (BCC) is proud to host Canadian Night at ASCO 2025—a premier networking event designed to unite Canada’s brightest minds in breast […]
Dr. Mita Manna Appointed Chair of REAL Canadian Breast Cancer Alliance
REAL Canadian Breast Cancer Alliance is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mita Manna as the new Chair of the organization. Dr. Manna, a highly respected Hematologist and Medical Oncologist at the Saskatchewan Cancer Centre and soon-to-be Associate Professor at the University of Saskatchewan’s Department of Oncology (effective April 2025), brings a wealth of experience in breast […]
Meet the Researcher: Anayra Goncalves
Anayra Goncalves is a PhD student in the Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology at Western University. She is conducting BCC-funded breast cancer research under the mentorship of Dr. Armen Parsyan and Dr. Alison Allan. Could you share your motivation/personal connection to breast cancer research? In 1993, my aunt passed away from intestinal cancer and […]
Minister of Health’s Decision to Pause Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 4, 2025 Breast Cancer Canada Responds to Minister of Health’s Decision to Pause Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care A Defining Moment to Improve Breast Cancer Screening Toronto, ON – Breast Cancer Canada welcomes today’s announcement made by the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, to temporarily pause the work […]
Equity and Access: Breast Cancer Screening in Canada
Breast Cancer Canada is committed to ensuring that all Canadians have access to equitable and effective breast cancer screening services. Today, Kimberly Carson, CEO of Breast Cancer Canada, joined an important discussion hosted by the Canadian Public Health Association, where experts like Kelly Bunzeluk (Director of Prevention & Screening, CancerCare Manitoba) and Teresa Tam, Public […]
Meet the Researcher: Dr. Samir Fasih
Dr. Samir Fasih is a Clinical Research Fellow in the Department of Oncology at Western University and the London Health Sciences Centre. He is conducting BCC-funded breast cancer research under the mentorship of Dr. Ana Lohmann. 1. Could you share your motivation/personal connection to breast cancer research? My motivation and personal connection to breast cancer […]
Breast Cancer Canada’s Path for 2025: Prioritizing Early Detection, Timely Access, and Breakthrough Research
Toronto, ON, January 8, 2025 – Breast Cancer Canada is committed to its mission to advance breast cancer research, advocate for equitable care, and alleviate the burdens facing patients and families. With a continued focus on Progress Through Research in 2025, Breast Cancer Canada is tackling systemic challenges head-on while driving measurable improvements in breast […]
Year-End Milestones to Advance Breast Cancer Care Across Canada
Advancing Personalized Approaches: New Research Initiatives Announced Breast Cancer Canada, a national charity dedicated to advancing breast cancer research and care, is excited to announce several initiatives that underscore its commitment to improving patient outcomes and driving innovation in breast cancer treatment and detection. Empowering Patients with the mBC Know More App Breast Cancer Canada […]
Diverse voices shape key issues in Breast Cancer Canada Progress Report:
Breast cancer rates are rising in younger populations, and when early detection can save lives, education is crucial to reduce mortality rates. By Angelica Bottaro Published Dec 19, 2024 Having breast cancer at the same time helped Connie and Cortney work through their treatments because they were able to truly understand what the other was […]
