Regional Hubs
Making Research Local.
Driving Measurable Impact Nationwide.
Our Regional Hubs are a critical part of Breast Cancer Canada’s grassroots movement—uniting communities from coast to coast in support of innovative breast cancer research.
With a national strategy and a local focus, our hubs empower volunteers to take meaningful action in their own communities while contributing to the broader mission of ending breast cancer.
A key function of our Regional Hubs is supporting Patient Reported Outcomes research. By working with local cancer centres, volunteers help patients share their experiences—data that informs new research priorities and leads to improved treatment outcomes.
Our network of Regional Hubs continues to expand, creating more opportunities for individuals to contribute their time and expertise. Whether you’re interested in advocacy, event coordination, or research support, your involvement has a direct impact on the lives of patients and the future of breast cancer care.
Contact Info
Ontario
GTA – Toronto, Mississauga, Oakville
gtachair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Hamilton
hamiltonchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Kitchener Waterloo
kitchenerwaterloochair@breastcancerprogress.ca
London
londonchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Ottawa
ottawachair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Quebec
quebecchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Vancouver
vancouverchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Calgary
calgarymarketing@breastcancerprogress.ca
Edmonton
edmontonchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Halifax, NS
halifaxchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
St. John’s, NL
nlchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Fredericton, NB
nbchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Quebec
Groupe provincial
Chicoutimi, Gatineau, Greenfield Park, Laval, Montreal,
Quebec City, Rimouski, Sherbrooke, Trois-Rivières, Lévis, Kirkland
Elissa Cudzinowski, président: quebecchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
East Coast
Halifax, NS
Emma Roberts, Chair: halifaxchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
St. John’s, NL
Theresa Vo, Chair: nlchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Fredericton, NB
Hala Nasir, Chair: nbchair@breastcancerprogress.ca
Regional Hub Volunteer Positions
Chair
As Chair of your local regional hub, you will provide strategic direction and foster a collaborative environment that progresses Breast Cancer Canada’s National Strategy. The Chair will oversee the operations of the hub team, build relationships with local business partners and governments, and share best practices with other Regional Chairs across the nation. This role will require 10-15 hours of time commitment per month, possibly more during the months of May and October. It also requires a 2-year commitment unless otherwise approved by BCC Senior Leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary point of contact and communication as a representative of Breast Cancer Canada in coordination with team members and local partners.
- Oversee and manage the roles of fellow regional hub members.
- Raise the profile of Breast Cancer Canada through collaborative partnerships and fundraising initiatives.
- Help identify new volunteers within your communities and networks.
- Design and establish a relevant voluntary support network to help with the fulfillment of Breast Cancer Canada’s regional work.
- Promote a culture of sharing, learning, and best practices across the country to enhance the regional capacity of Breast Cancer Canada.
Qualifications:
- A post-secondary degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Previous experience with Breast Cancer Canada or other not-for-profit organizations is an asset.
- Previous fundraising experience is an asset.
- Demonstrated ability in a leadership or management position.
- Exceptional oral and written communication.
- A demonstrated ability in setting priorities, organizing work, and planning and implementing events.
- A demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment while conducting independent work.
- Previous volunteer recruitment and management experience is an asset
Vice Chair
As Vice-Chair of your local regional hub, you will provide support to the regional hub Chair in overseeing the activities and success of fellow team members. In collaboration with the Chair, the Vice-Chair will help develop the strategic direction for the hub while facilitating a collaborative and effective environment. This role may require 10-15 hours of time commitment per month, possibly more during the months of May and October. It also requires a 2-year commitment unless otherwise approved by BCC Senior Leadership.
Responsibilities:
- To support the development and monitor the implementation of Breast Cancer Canada’s Regional Strategy, in alignment with the Breast Cancer Canada’s National Strategy.
- Promote a culture of sharing, learning, and best practices across the country to enhance the regional capacity of Breast Cancer Canada.
- Help identify new volunteers within your communities and networks.
- Design and establish a relevant voluntary support network to help with the fulfillment of Breast Cancer Canada’s regional work.
- Establish close working relationships with regional businesses, organizations, and governments to develop awareness and support for Breast Cancer Canada.
- Participate in regular regional meetings and create ad hoc committees, as necessary, for the review and resolution of appropriate issues.
Qualifications:
- A post-secondary degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Previous experience with Breast Cancer Canada or other not-for-profit organizations is an asset.
- Previous experience in fundraising is an asset.
- A demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative leadership role with professionalism, flexibility, and discretion when dealing with confidential matters.
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
- Previous experience planning and implementing events is an asset.
- Experience in volunteer recruitment and management is an asset.
Government Relations Representative
The Government Relations Representative will establish close working relationships with regional businesses, organizations, and governments to develop awareness and support for Breast Cancer Canada. The Government Relations Representative will also support local government, donors and stakeholders interested in collaborating with Breast Cancer Canada. This role typically requires 2-4 hours of time commitment per month, possibly more during the months of May and October. It also requires a 2-year commitment unless otherwise approved by BCC Senior Leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Work with local and provincial governments to further Breast Cancer Canada’s regional and national strategy.
- Garner awareness and support of Breast Cancer Canada initiatives and events.
- Support donors and stakeholders in collaboration with Breast Cancer Canada to further breast cancer research.
Qualifications:
- A post-secondary degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Previous experience with Breast Cancer Canada or other not-for-profit organizations is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in a government relations role is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in a communications based-role.
- Previous experience with donor and stakeholder outreach.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with external organizations.
Community Spokesperson
The Community Spokesperson will represent Breast Cancer Canada in the media, at public events, health and development meetings and forums, as well as at other events to increase awareness. They will help identify new volunteers within their communities and networks. They will also design and establish a voluntary support network to help with the fulfillment of Breast Cancer Canada’s regional work. This role typically requires 2-4 hours of time commitment per month, possibly more during the months of May and October. It also requires a 2-year commitment unless otherwise approved by BCC Senior Leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Represent the initiatives and mission of Breast Cancer Canada in media, events, and local meetings.
- Identify opportunities for awareness in local communities and networks.
- Work with traditional and social media platforms to raise the profile of Breast Cancer Canada’s regional and national strategy.
Qualifications:
- A post-secondary degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Previous experience with Breast Cancer Canada or other not-for-profit organizations is an asset.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in media relations, communications, and marketing is an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with external organizations and community organizers.
Marketing and Communications Assistant
The Marketing and Communications Assistant will raise the profile of Breast Cancer Canada using multifaceted promotion techniques. In this role, you will promote all regional hub initiatives through media communication and the production of social media content. This role typically requires 2-4 hours of time commitment per month, possibly more during the months of May and October. It also requires a 2-year commitment unless otherwise approved by BCC Senior Leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Share information and promote information to support local and national events.
- Communication with local media outlets to raise the regional profile of Breast Cancer Canada.
- Promote local and national events on social media platforms.
- Raise the profile of Breast Cancer Canada and the impact of the research funded in their region.
Qualifications:
- A post-secondary degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Previous experience with Breast Cancer Canada or other not-for-profit organizations is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in a marketing and/or communications role.
- Demonstrated experience using and promoting on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- Knowledge of social media strategy and modern marketing techniques is an asset.
- Experience and comfortability with cold-calling, direct mail, advertisement, and event marketing.
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
- Previous experience in customer service is an asset.
Patient Reported Outcomes Representative
The Patient Reported Outcomes Representative (PRO) will provide updates to Breast Cancer Canada and their regional hub teammates on progress at local cancer centres. The PRO Representative will be instrumental in supporting research initiatives and working with local cancer centres to assist patients. The responsibilities of the PRO Representative include recording treatment side effects and outcomes to help direct new research initiatives for improved patient care. This role typically requires 2-4 hours of time commitment per month, and possibly more during the months of May and October. It also requires a 2-year commitment unless otherwise approved by BCC Senior Leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Assist local cancer centers and patients to further the progression of breast cancer research from diagnostics to treatment.
- Record and document treatment side effects, challenges, and outcomes to improve patient care.
Qualifications:
- A post-secondary degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Previous experience with Breast Cancer Canada or other not-for-profit organizations is an asset.
- Experience in the medical sphere or direct work with patients is an asset.
- Strong oral and communication skills.
- A demonstrated ability to work with professionalism and discretion when working with confidential information.
- Demonstrated ability in a liaison-type role is an asset.
- Previous experience in a customer service role is an asset.
Fundraising and Events Representative
The Fundraising and Events Representative will ensure the regional hub supports Breast Cancer Canada’s two national events, the Mother’s Day Walk and Dress for the Cause, and oversee the hub’s year-round fundraising efforts. Responsibilities of this role include the planning and implementation of events and fundraising initiatives, securing local sponsorships, and building relationships with local business partners. The Fundraising and Events Representative will also help identify new volunteers in their communities and establish a relevant voluntary support network to help with the fulfillment of Breast Cancer Canada’s regional work. This role typically requires 2-4 hours of time commitment per month, possibly more during the months of May and October. It also requires a 2-year commitment unless otherwise approved by BCC Senior Leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, implement and support local events and fundraising initiatives.
- Work with regional businesses and cancer centers in the coordination of events.
- Raise the regional profile of Breast Cancer Canada by securing local sponsorships and partnerships.
- Help in the recruitment of volunteers for events.
Qualifications:
- A post-secondary degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Previous experience with Breast Cancer Canada or other not-for-profit organizations is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in non-profit fundraising is an asset.
- A demonstrated ability in event planning, coordination, and implementation is required.
- Previous experience in program planning and development is an asset.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Experience in volunteer recruitment and management.
Clerk/Treasurer
The Clerk/Treasurer is responsible for maintaining accurate bookkeeping, recording all revenue, donations and expenditures of the regional hub, adhering to GAAP. The Clerk/Treasurer will also prepare agendas for the monthly regional hub meetings, take and record meeting minutes, and maintain a database of the regional hub members. This role typically requires 2-4 hours of time commitment per month, possibly more during the months of May and October. It also requires a 2-year commitment unless otherwise approved by BCC Senior Leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Maintaining accurate bookkeeping and financial records for the regional hub.
- Taking meeting minutes and staying up to date on action items.
- Maintaining the database of Breast Cancer Canada regional hub members.
- Recording revenue, expenses, and donations from local donors.
Qualifications:
- A post-secondary degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Previous experience with Breast Cancer Canada or other not-for-profits an asset.
- At least 1-2 years experience in business administration, financial management and/or bookkeeping.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- A demonstrated ability to prioritize work, adhere to deadlines, and maintain records.
- Previous experience in a secretarial role is an asset.
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Support us locally to:
- Be the driving force behind Patient Reported Outcomes research
- Fundraise for life-saving breast cancer research
- Raise awareness around the importance and impact of our research
- Advocate for access to testing and breast cancer treatments
Together we can raise awareness to the importance of breast cancer research and share Breast Cancer Canada’s purpose.
Are you interested in volunteering with a Regional Hub? Let’s chat!
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