Every Voice is Important
Every breast cancer journey is unique, but together, they paint a powerful picture of progress. Through first hand accounts from patients and survivors, these are the real stories that highlight the lived experience of breast cancer.
Beth Marchant
“When I started treatment, I was the youngest person in the room… Now, that’s not really the case.”
Carmen Hodges
The most important thing was living every day to the fullest – and the memories.
Natalie Wilson
“Progress means every woman — in every Canadian community — is seen, heard, and cared for”.
Brenda Cunnington
“With more research and more awareness, we can ensure fewer women are blindsided the way I was.”
Laura Montgomery
Living Fully with Metastatic Breast Cancer
Steph
After receiving her FIRST mammogram at the age of 40, Steph was diagnosed with DCIS in July 2022. Although she could not feel a lump or disfiguration in her breast, her doctor sent her proactively in hopes of staying on top of the disease.
Brad Whitelaw
Although rare, male breast cancer is a significant health concern – accounting for approximately 1% of all breast cancer cases each year. Despite its rarity, the impact of a male breast cancer diagnosis can be life-altering, often presenting unique challenges due to late detection and limited research.
Cynthia Cushia
“My journey is what I like to call ‘My Gift Wrapped in Barbed Wire”, shares Cynthia. In 2017, Cynthia Cushia, a 37-year old with unwavering tenacity for life, received an unsettling diagnosis: Stage 2, Grade 3 HER2+ breast cancer.
Tia Moore
In March 2023, Tia Moore, a vibrant 38-year-old with an unyielding zest for life, faced an all-too-familiar reality: a breast cancer diagnosis. Having watched her mother grapple with breast cancer at 44, Tia was keenly aware of her own heightened risk.
Jag Kaur Takhar
Meet Jag Kaur Takhar—a resilient figure whose story shows the human spirit in the face of adversity.
As a multilingual realtor navigating the intricacies of life, Jag’s journey took an unexpected turn when confronted with a diagnosis that would redefine her existence: breast cancer.
Share Your Story
Breast cancer doesn’t have just one face, and your story can help show that. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, a long-time survivor, or part of a community that’s often underrepresented, your voice and experience matter. Join us in bringing greater visibility and representation to breast cancer by sharing your journey through our KNOW MORE stories.
Progress Through Research
Latest Research
Breast Cancer Canada donations fund life-saving research that directly impacts Canadian patients. That means better answers, bigger breakthroughs – and more personalized treatment for every breast cancer diagnosis.
Patient Tools
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.
Fuel Progress
Progress happens when we invest in it. Canada is home to some of the world’s brightest minds in research. Together, we are advancing science, ensuring it leads to earlier detection, better treatments, and improved outcomes for patients across the country.
