February 26, 2025

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 Health Agency of Canada, and CPAC (Canadian Partnership Against Cancer), shared insights on the current landscape and challenges of breast cancer screening in Canada.

Despite having standardized guidelines, we know that implementation varies across Canadian provinces and territories.

This inconsistency leads to gaps in access, particularly for underserved populations. While mobile screening units do exist, they don’t always reach the communities that need them most.
Disparities in data collection and digital health infrastructure make it difficult to track progress and gaps, and address inequities effectively. Breast Cancer Canada’s PROgress Tracker was designed with this purpose in mind. The voices of Canadians can drive future change.

We hear more today on how emerging technologies offer new opportunities, but they must be implemented carefully to ensure they benefit all patients, regardless of geography, socioeconomic status, or ethnicity.

As we move forward, it’s essential that breast cancer screening remains a priority for all political parties across Canada.

We look forward to continuing the conversation and advocating for progress through research and improved outcomes.

Read about Public Health Agency of Canada’s update on breast cancer screening HERE.

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