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Lowering the National Breast Cancer Screening Age to 40: A Call to Action

By: Kimberly Carson, CEO, Breast Cancer Canada This week, I visited Ottawa to meet with Members of Parliament and federal officials about a critical priority: lowering the national breast cancer

Breast Cancer Survivorship Conference

Breast Cancer Canada Proud to Join the First-Ever Breast Cancer Survivorship & Supportive Care International Conference Breast cancer survivorship is entering a new era—one where life after treatment is recognized

Reporting Live for ESMO Berlin 2025

Breast Cancer Canada is reporting live from ESMO Congress in Berlin, connecting with Canadian and global researchers, oncologists, and innovators who are shaping the next era of precision breast cancer

Breaking Barriers in Breast Cancer Care: Ontario Leads the Way

Breast Cancer Canada Applauds the Province’s Commitment to Timely Access and Life-Changing Treatments Breast Cancer Canada commends the Ontario government for its ongoing commitment to improving breast cancer care, highlighted

Get involved this October

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is here. This October, nearly 30,000 Canadians will hear the words “you have breast cancer.” Behind every diagnosis is a family whose world is changed forever.

Canadian Reception at ESMO 2025

Breast Cancer Canada is thrilled to host our Canadian Reception during the 2025 European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress — one of the world’s premier gatherings of oncology experts.

97% of Canadians Say More Progress Is Needed in Breast Cancer Care

 As Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, Breast Cancer Canada, the national charity dedicated to advancing breast cancer research and patient advocacy, is drawing attention to persistent gaps in care.  The

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.

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,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rethinking Dosage Optimization in Breast Oncology

At the 2024 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium®, a dynamic workshop on Dose Optimization in Breast Medical Oncology shed light on the shift away from how researchers have traditionally determined

Results from the OlympiA Trial on Olaparib for High-Risk Breast Cancer Patients

Results from the OlympiA Trial on Olaparib for High-Risk Breast Cancer Patients Today we were a part of a pivotal moment in breast cancer research at SABCS 2024. The long-term

Immediate vs. Deferred Breast Surgery in Women Aged 70+

We’re reporting live from the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) 2024, where new research is shaping the future of breast cancer care. One of the highlights so far is

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Our suite of digital tools are each designed to help individuals better manage their breast cancer journey through education, research and personalized insights, while also elevating the patient voice.

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