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Made possible through the generous support of Novocure.
National
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
A wealth of information on cancer types, cancer centres, issues facing patients, issues affecting cancer survivors, caregiving, and the like.
Compilation of caregiving resources across Canada.
Information about advanced illness, palliative care, loss and grief.
Membership is free. Patients and caregivers share their experience with treatment, side effects, care tips, how to communicate with the healthcare team, where to find practical resources, and the like.
Keeping information at your fingertips and taking notes will benefit patients and caregivers alike. The worksheets included in the link above just a few ways to organize information that may prove helpful.
Request a copy of the handbook through the site.
Facebook support groups offered through Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada including in English, French, for caregivers, for young adults, and anyone affected by a pediatric brain tumour.
Support groups offered in locations across Canada.
Can help you understand how children grieve and how to support them when they face life-limiting illness, dying and death of someone important to them.
Grief resources and specialists accessible in your own place and at your own pace, as compiled by Canadian Virtual Hospice.
Resources for LGBTQ2S+ people living with cancer.
A description of the types of emotions you or a loved one may experience with a cancer diagnosis.
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
List of cancer trials specific to the brain.
Personalized therapy offered in Germany.
Immunotherapies and clinical trials offered by Northwest Biotherapeutics (USA).
A listing of clinical trials offered in the USA - all brain tumour types.
Clinical trial facts and what to expect as described by the National Cancer Institute (USA).
Clinical trials specific to glioblastoma as listed by the National Cancer Institute (USA).
Immunotherapies and clinical trials offered by Mimivax (USA).
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
The CanCertainty Coalition is the united voice of more than 30 Canadian patient groups, cancer health charities and caregiver organizations working with oncologists and cancer care professionals to improve the affordability and accessibility of cancer treatment.
The Special Access Program administers authorizations to physicians wishing to treat patients for whom conventional treatment has failed, is unsuitable, or requires a drug not yet available in Canada. The physician is required to submit an application to SAP.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Life insurance policies for people with cancer, including brain cancer, is made available by Industrial Alliance’s Cancer Guard Program. Several insurance brokerage firms across Canada offer the Cancer Guard Program, there may be one close to you.
A compilation of resources and financial supports.
Indigenous Supports
NIHB provides eligible First Nation and Inuit patients with coverage for a range of health benefits including drugs, medical supplies, counselling, and medical transportation.
Toll-free Number:
1-800-232-7301
Patient Navigation
Complex cancer care information in other languages. Guides available in Greek, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Polish, Slovak.
Supportive Care
Side effects vary for each patient, and each medical intervention. This site describes steps to help manage them.
Travel Treatment Fund
Financial assistance to subsidize travel expenses for cancer patients with low income. One travel allowance granted per year. Application form and eligibility criteria available online.
National
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
A wealth of information on cancer types, cancer centres, issues facing patients, issues affecting cancer survivors, caregiving, and the like.
Compilation of caregiving resources across Canada.
Information about advanced illness, palliative care, loss and grief.
Membership is free. Patients and caregivers share their experience with treatment, side effects, care tips, how to communicate with the healthcare team, where to find practical resources, and the like.
Keeping information at your fingertips and taking notes will benefit patients and caregivers alike. The worksheets included in the link above just a few ways to organize information that may prove helpful.
Request a copy of the handbook through the site.
Facebook support groups offered through Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada including in English, French, for caregivers, for young adults, and anyone affected by a pediatric brain tumour.
Support groups offered in locations across Canada.
Can help you understand how children grieve and how to support them when they face life-limiting illness, dying and death of someone important to them.
Grief resources and specialists accessible in your own place and at your own pace, as compiled by Canadian Virtual Hospice.
Resources for LGBTQ2S+ people living with cancer.
A description of the types of emotions you or a loved one may experience with a cancer diagnosis.
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
List of cancer trials specific to the brain.
Personalized therapy offered in Germany.
Immunotherapies and clinical trials offered by Northwest Biotherapeutics (USA).
A listing of clinical trials offered in the USA - all brain tumour types.
Clinical trial facts and what to expect as described by the National Cancer Institute (USA).
Clinical trials specific to glioblastoma as listed by the National Cancer Institute (USA).
Immunotherapies and clinical trials offered by Mimivax (USA).
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
The CanCertainty Coalition is the united voice of more than 30 Canadian patient groups, cancer health charities and caregiver organizations working with oncologists and cancer care professionals to improve the affordability and accessibility of cancer treatment.
The Special Access Program administers authorizations to physicians wishing to treat patients for whom conventional treatment has failed, is unsuitable, or requires a drug not yet available in Canada. The physician is required to submit an application to SAP.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Life insurance policies for people with cancer, including brain cancer, is made available by Industrial Alliance’s Cancer Guard Program. Several insurance brokerage firms across Canada offer the Cancer Guard Program, there may be one close to you.
A compilation of resources and financial supports.
Indigenous Supports
NIHB provides eligible First Nation and Inuit patients with coverage for a range of health benefits including drugs, medical supplies, counselling, and medical transportation.
Toll-free Number:
1-800-232-7301
Patient Navigation
Complex cancer care information in other languages. Guides available in Greek, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Polish, Slovak.
Supportive Care
Side effects vary for each patient, and each medical intervention. This site describes steps to help manage them.
Travel Treatment Fund
Financial assistance to subsidize travel expenses for cancer patients with low income. One travel allowance granted per year. Application form and eligibility criteria available online.
National
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
A wealth of information on cancer types, cancer centres, issues facing patients, issues affecting cancer survivors, caregiving, and the like.
Compilation of caregiving resources across Canada.
Information about advanced illness, palliative care, loss and grief.
Membership is free. Patients and caregivers share their experience with treatment, side effects, care tips, how to communicate with the healthcare team, where to find practical resources, and the like.
Keeping information at your fingertips and taking notes will benefit patients and caregivers alike. The worksheets included in the link above just a few ways to organize information that may prove helpful.
Request a copy of the handbook through the site.
Facebook support groups offered through Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada including in English, French, for caregivers, for young adults, and anyone affected by a pediatric brain tumour.
Support groups offered in locations across Canada.
Can help you understand how children grieve and how to support them when they face life-limiting illness, dying and death of someone important to them.
Grief resources and specialists accessible in your own place and at your own pace, as compiled by Canadian Virtual Hospice.
Resources for LGBTQ2S+ people living with cancer.
A description of the types of emotions you or a loved one may experience with a cancer diagnosis.
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
List of cancer trials specific to the brain.
Personalized therapy offered in Germany.
Immunotherapies and clinical trials offered by Northwest Biotherapeutics (USA).
A listing of clinical trials offered in the USA - all brain tumour types.
Clinical trial facts and what to expect as described by the National Cancer Institute (USA).
Clinical trials specific to glioblastoma as listed by the National Cancer Institute (USA).
Immunotherapies and clinical trials offered by Mimivax (USA).
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
The CanCertainty Coalition is the united voice of more than 30 Canadian patient groups, cancer health charities and caregiver organizations working with oncologists and cancer care professionals to improve the affordability and accessibility of cancer treatment.
The Special Access Program administers authorizations to physicians wishing to treat patients for whom conventional treatment has failed, is unsuitable, or requires a drug not yet available in Canada. The physician is required to submit an application to SAP.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Life insurance policies for people with cancer, including brain cancer, is made available by Industrial Alliance’s Cancer Guard Program. Several insurance brokerage firms across Canada offer the Cancer Guard Program, there may be one close to you.
A compilation of resources and financial supports.
Indigenous Supports
NIHB provides eligible First Nation and Inuit patients with coverage for a range of health benefits including drugs, medical supplies, counselling, and medical transportation.
Toll-free Number:
1-800-232-7301
Patient Navigation
Complex cancer care information in other languages. Guides available in Greek, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Polish, Slovak.
Supportive Care
Side effects vary for each patient, and each medical intervention. This site describes steps to help manage them.
Travel Treatment Fund
Financial assistance to subsidize travel expenses for cancer patients with low income. One travel allowance granted per year. Application form and eligibility criteria available online.
Alberta
Accommodation
A "Home Away From Home" for cancer patients and their families who must travel more then 150 km to Edmonton AB to receive their cancer treatments at the Cross Cancer Institute.
In Edmonton, provides affordable accommodations along the cancer journey for women, as well as programs and services post-treatment.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Services previously offered at Tom Baker Cancer Centre and Holy Cross Centre now offered at the Comprehensive Cancer Centre.
3395 Hospital Drive NW
,
T2N 5G2
,
Calgary
Toll-free Number:
1-844-465-6330
4550 Madsen Avenue
,
T7A 1N8
,
Drayton Valley
Phone Number:
780-542-5321
7 Hospital Street
,
T9H 1P2
,
Fort McMurray
Phone Number:
780-791-6217
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
A free, 12-week community-based exercise program designed specifically for those living with and beyond cancer. Locations in Calgary and across Alberta.
Resources, mental health support, and education for Albertans caring for family members or friends.
Free programs, without referral, designed to provide connection and belonging; ease pain, fatigue and distress; build strength and mobility; and support financial and workplace challenges. Available online, in your local community, over the phone and in-person.
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Financial & Insurance Supports
Financial help to buy medical equipment and supplies.
Money Matters Case Manager available by phone or video to help you navigate government benefit programs and other financial resources.
Indigenous Supports
Toll-free Number:
1-888-342-4822
Indigenous primary health care clinic in Calgary. Offers holistic, wraparound care to Inuit, Metis, First-Nations (status and non-status) peoples and families.
Phone Number:
403-955-6600
Available 24/7. Phone counselling is available in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.
Toll-free Number:
1-855-242-3310
A monthly gathering through Wellspring for Indigenous adults living with cancer and their caregivers. Welcoming all Metis, First Nations, and Inuit peoples.
Offers primary care services to Indigenous patients of all ages in Edmonton zone and surround areas.
Phone Number:
780-735-4512
Toll-free Number:
1-800-514-7106
Metis Supports
Patient Navigation
Psychosocial Oncology
Supports and services to patients and family members to help reduce emotional distress and explore how to cope. They can help with things such as communication, stress, coping with treatment side effects, mood changes, quality of life, body image, loneliness, financial concerns or practical support.
Rehabilitation Support & Medial Equipment
Nonprofit aquatic rehab for patients with brain tumours and/or stroke. In Edmonton.
Rehabilitation oncology includes occupational therapists, physiatrists, physiotherapists, and speech language pathologists who can work together to create personal care plans based on patient goals and preferences.
Alberta
Accommodation
A "Home Away From Home" for cancer patients and their families who must travel more then 150 km to Edmonton AB to receive their cancer treatments at the Cross Cancer Institute.
In Edmonton, provides affordable accommodations along the cancer journey for women, as well as programs and services post-treatment.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Services previously offered at Tom Baker Cancer Centre and Holy Cross Centre now offered at the Comprehensive Cancer Centre.
3395 Hospital Drive NW
,
T2N 5G2
,
Calgary
Toll-free Number:
1-844-465-6330
4550 Madsen Avenue
,
T7A 1N8
,
Drayton Valley
Phone Number:
780-542-5321
7 Hospital Street
,
T9H 1P2
,
Fort McMurray
Phone Number:
780-791-6217
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
A free, 12-week community-based exercise program designed specifically for those living with and beyond cancer. Locations in Calgary and across Alberta.
Resources, mental health support, and education for Albertans caring for family members or friends.
Free programs, without referral, designed to provide connection and belonging; ease pain, fatigue and distress; build strength and mobility; and support financial and workplace challenges. Available online, in your local community, over the phone and in-person.
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Financial & Insurance Supports
Financial help to buy medical equipment and supplies.
Money Matters Case Manager available by phone or video to help you navigate government benefit programs and other financial resources.
Indigenous Supports
Toll-free Number:
1-888-342-4822
Indigenous primary health care clinic in Calgary. Offers holistic, wraparound care to Inuit, Metis, First-Nations (status and non-status) peoples and families.
Phone Number:
403-955-6600
Available 24/7. Phone counselling is available in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.
Toll-free Number:
1-855-242-3310
A monthly gathering through Wellspring for Indigenous adults living with cancer and their caregivers. Welcoming all Metis, First Nations, and Inuit peoples.
Offers primary care services to Indigenous patients of all ages in Edmonton zone and surround areas.
Phone Number:
780-735-4512
Toll-free Number:
1-800-514-7106
Metis Supports
Patient Navigation
Psychosocial Oncology
Supports and services to patients and family members to help reduce emotional distress and explore how to cope. They can help with things such as communication, stress, coping with treatment side effects, mood changes, quality of life, body image, loneliness, financial concerns or practical support.
Rehabilitation Support & Medial Equipment
Nonprofit aquatic rehab for patients with brain tumours and/or stroke. In Edmonton.
Rehabilitation oncology includes occupational therapists, physiatrists, physiotherapists, and speech language pathologists who can work together to create personal care plans based on patient goals and preferences.
Alberta
Accommodation
A "Home Away From Home" for cancer patients and their families who must travel more then 150 km to Edmonton AB to receive their cancer treatments at the Cross Cancer Institute.
In Edmonton, provides affordable accommodations along the cancer journey for women, as well as programs and services post-treatment.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Services previously offered at Tom Baker Cancer Centre and Holy Cross Centre now offered at the Comprehensive Cancer Centre.
3395 Hospital Drive NW
,
T2N 5G2
,
Calgary
Toll-free Number:
1-844-465-6330
4550 Madsen Avenue
,
T7A 1N8
,
Drayton Valley
Phone Number:
780-542-5321
7 Hospital Street
,
T9H 1P2
,
Fort McMurray
Phone Number:
780-791-6217
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
A free, 12-week community-based exercise program designed specifically for those living with and beyond cancer. Locations in Calgary and across Alberta.
Resources, mental health support, and education for Albertans caring for family members or friends.
Free programs, without referral, designed to provide connection and belonging; ease pain, fatigue and distress; build strength and mobility; and support financial and workplace challenges. Available online, in your local community, over the phone and in-person.
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Financial & Insurance Supports
Financial help to buy medical equipment and supplies.
Money Matters Case Manager available by phone or video to help you navigate government benefit programs and other financial resources.
Indigenous Supports
Toll-free Number:
1-888-342-4822
Indigenous primary health care clinic in Calgary. Offers holistic, wraparound care to Inuit, Metis, First-Nations (status and non-status) peoples and families.
Phone Number:
403-955-6600
Available 24/7. Phone counselling is available in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.
Toll-free Number:
1-855-242-3310
A monthly gathering through Wellspring for Indigenous adults living with cancer and their caregivers. Welcoming all Metis, First Nations, and Inuit peoples.
Offers primary care services to Indigenous patients of all ages in Edmonton zone and surround areas.
Phone Number:
780-735-4512
Toll-free Number:
1-800-514-7106
Metis Supports
Patient Navigation
Psychosocial Oncology
Supports and services to patients and family members to help reduce emotional distress and explore how to cope. They can help with things such as communication, stress, coping with treatment side effects, mood changes, quality of life, body image, loneliness, financial concerns or practical support.
Rehabilitation Support & Medial Equipment
Nonprofit aquatic rehab for patients with brain tumours and/or stroke. In Edmonton.
Rehabilitation oncology includes occupational therapists, physiatrists, physiotherapists, and speech language pathologists who can work together to create personal care plans based on patient goals and preferences.
British Columbia
Accommodation
330 Strathcona Ave
,
V1Y 5K7
,
Kelowna
Phone Number:
250-712-2203
Toll-free Number:
1-877-712-2203
2202 Richmond Road
,
V8R 4R5
,
Victoria
Phone Number:
250-592-2662
Toll-free Number:
1-800-335-6029
Books/Library
Most materials can be mailed anywhere in BC or Yukon.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
32900 Marshall Road
,
V2S 0C2
,
Abbotsford
Phone Number:
604-851-4710 ext 645301
Toll-free Number:
1-877-547-3777
399 Royal Avenue
,
V1Y 5L3
,
Kelowna
Phone Number:
250-712-3900
Toll-free Number:
1-888-563-7773
600 West 10th Avenue
,
V5Z 4E6
,
Vancouver
Phone Number:
604-877-6000 ext 2194
Toll-free Number:
1-800-663-3333
2410 Lee Avenue
,
V8R 6V5
,
Victoria
Phone Number:
250-519-5500
Toll-free Number:
1-800-670-3322
1215 Lethbridge Street
,
V2M 7E9
,
Prince George
Phone Number:
250-645-7300
Toll-free Number:
1-855-775-7300
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Information, education, and supports for caregivers including support groups, a support line, and learning centre.
Toll-free Number:
1-877-520-3267
Researchers from the BC Cancer Research Institute want to help people living with cancer incorporate exercise as an important part of their treatment and recovery.
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
At all 6 regional cancer centres. Listings for CNS trials include brain cancer.
Financial & Insurance Supports
A listing of programs, government and non-profit, that assist with income replacements, unexpected costs, and reducing the cost of the services patients and caregivers might need.
LGBTQIA2S+ Supports
Speak with a volunteer who has had a similar experience, find a health navigator to connect you with resource access and care, and find library and online support resources.
Supportive Care
Some supportive care can be self-referred and others need a referral from a medical care team member. Supportive care spans nutrition, pain and symptom management, patient and family counselling, physiotherapy, psychiatry, speech-language pathology.
Travel Treatment Fund
Transportation
Transportation to and from cancer treatments in the interior, Prince George, and Vancouver Island through Canadian Cancer Society.
British Columbia
Accommodation
330 Strathcona Ave
,
V1Y 5K7
,
Kelowna
Phone Number:
250-712-2203
Toll-free Number:
1-877-712-2203
2202 Richmond Road
,
V8R 4R5
,
Victoria
Phone Number:
250-592-2662
Toll-free Number:
1-800-335-6029
Books/Library
Most materials can be mailed anywhere in BC or Yukon.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
32900 Marshall Road
,
V2S 0C2
,
Abbotsford
Phone Number:
604-851-4710 ext 645301
Toll-free Number:
1-877-547-3777
399 Royal Avenue
,
V1Y 5L3
,
Kelowna
Phone Number:
250-712-3900
Toll-free Number:
1-888-563-7773
600 West 10th Avenue
,
V5Z 4E6
,
Vancouver
Phone Number:
604-877-6000 ext 2194
Toll-free Number:
1-800-663-3333
2410 Lee Avenue
,
V8R 6V5
,
Victoria
Phone Number:
250-519-5500
Toll-free Number:
1-800-670-3322
1215 Lethbridge Street
,
V2M 7E9
,
Prince George
Phone Number:
250-645-7300
Toll-free Number:
1-855-775-7300
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Information, education, and supports for caregivers including support groups, a support line, and learning centre.
Toll-free Number:
1-877-520-3267
Researchers from the BC Cancer Research Institute want to help people living with cancer incorporate exercise as an important part of their treatment and recovery.
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
At all 6 regional cancer centres. Listings for CNS trials include brain cancer.
Financial & Insurance Supports
A listing of programs, government and non-profit, that assist with income replacements, unexpected costs, and reducing the cost of the services patients and caregivers might need.
LGBTQIA2S+ Supports
Speak with a volunteer who has had a similar experience, find a health navigator to connect you with resource access and care, and find library and online support resources.
Supportive Care
Some supportive care can be self-referred and others need a referral from a medical care team member. Supportive care spans nutrition, pain and symptom management, patient and family counselling, physiotherapy, psychiatry, speech-language pathology.
Travel Treatment Fund
Transportation
Transportation to and from cancer treatments in the interior, Prince George, and Vancouver Island through Canadian Cancer Society.
British Columbia
Accommodation
330 Strathcona Ave
,
V1Y 5K7
,
Kelowna
Phone Number:
250-712-2203
Toll-free Number:
1-877-712-2203
2202 Richmond Road
,
V8R 4R5
,
Victoria
Phone Number:
250-592-2662
Toll-free Number:
1-800-335-6029
Books/Library
Most materials can be mailed anywhere in BC or Yukon.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
32900 Marshall Road
,
V2S 0C2
,
Abbotsford
Phone Number:
604-851-4710 ext 645301
Toll-free Number:
1-877-547-3777
399 Royal Avenue
,
V1Y 5L3
,
Kelowna
Phone Number:
250-712-3900
Toll-free Number:
1-888-563-7773
600 West 10th Avenue
,
V5Z 4E6
,
Vancouver
Phone Number:
604-877-6000 ext 2194
Toll-free Number:
1-800-663-3333
2410 Lee Avenue
,
V8R 6V5
,
Victoria
Phone Number:
250-519-5500
Toll-free Number:
1-800-670-3322
1215 Lethbridge Street
,
V2M 7E9
,
Prince George
Phone Number:
250-645-7300
Toll-free Number:
1-855-775-7300
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Information, education, and supports for caregivers including support groups, a support line, and learning centre.
Toll-free Number:
1-877-520-3267
Researchers from the BC Cancer Research Institute want to help people living with cancer incorporate exercise as an important part of their treatment and recovery.
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
At all 6 regional cancer centres. Listings for CNS trials include brain cancer.
Financial & Insurance Supports
A listing of programs, government and non-profit, that assist with income replacements, unexpected costs, and reducing the cost of the services patients and caregivers might need.
LGBTQIA2S+ Supports
Speak with a volunteer who has had a similar experience, find a health navigator to connect you with resource access and care, and find library and online support resources.
Supportive Care
Some supportive care can be self-referred and others need a referral from a medical care team member. Supportive care spans nutrition, pain and symptom management, patient and family counselling, physiotherapy, psychiatry, speech-language pathology.
Travel Treatment Fund
Transportation
Transportation to and from cancer treatments in the interior, Prince George, and Vancouver Island through Canadian Cancer Society.
Manitoba
Accommodation
A Port in the Storm is for rural and northern adults living in Manitoba to reduce the financial burden of serious illness on those who must travel to and remain in Winnipeg to receive medical care.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Hwy 3 & Hwy 14, Box 2000 Station Main
,
R6W 1H8
,
Winkler
Phone Number:
204-331-8850
Dauphin Regional Health Centre
,
R7N 1R7
,
Dauphin
Phone Number:
204-638-2181
109 Kellett Street South, PO Box 447
,
R0M 0M0
,
Deloraine
Phone Number:
204-747-1836
3rd Ave & Church Street, PO Box 340
,
R8A 1N2
,
Flin Flon
Phone Number:
204-687-9626
524 – 5th Street S.E.
,
R1N 3A8
,
Portage la Prairie
Phone Number:
204-239-2276
120 Easton Drive, PO Box 5000
,
R1A 2M2
,
Selkirk
Phone Number:
204-785-7400
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Support groups, kids fighting cancer programs, transportation program, aquatic therapy, and more.
Support groups include: brain fog, expressive art, moving forward after cancer program, yoga and cancer.
Phone Number:
204-787-2109
Toll-free Number:
1-866-561-1026
Driver programs and other forms of support people affected by cancer in Southern Manitoba.
Phone Number:
204-822-9541
Toll-free Number:
1-866-287-4740
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Individuals must meet medical criteria and will pay according to individual deductible and/or co-payment. Application must be made by a physician, nurse practitioner, or pharmacist.
Nunavut Patient Supports
Accommodation for Nunavut residents receiving medical treatment in Winnipeg.
The Inuit Health Program coordinates health service provision in Nunavut in partnership with the Government of Nunavut. The program includes medical consultants, library services, and community based physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech language pathology services to the seven communities in the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut, and to the Hamlet of Sanikiluaq.
Psychosocial Oncology
Offered at no cost. In Winnipeg and at regional hubs.
Phone Number:
204-787-2109
Toll-free Number:
1-866-561-1026
Rural Patient Supports
Listing of rural patient resources, cancer care sites. The CCPN is comprised of 7 Regional Cancer Programs and 8 Community Cancer Programs (CCPs), the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre (WMCC), and the Community Cancer Resource & Support Program (CCRSP).
Travel Treatment Fund
For patients travelling outside of Manitoba for Medical Care - must have pre-approval.
Manitoba
Accommodation
A Port in the Storm is for rural and northern adults living in Manitoba to reduce the financial burden of serious illness on those who must travel to and remain in Winnipeg to receive medical care.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Hwy 3 & Hwy 14, Box 2000 Station Main
,
R6W 1H8
,
Winkler
Phone Number:
204-331-8850
Dauphin Regional Health Centre
,
R7N 1R7
,
Dauphin
Phone Number:
204-638-2181
109 Kellett Street South, PO Box 447
,
R0M 0M0
,
Deloraine
Phone Number:
204-747-1836
3rd Ave & Church Street, PO Box 340
,
R8A 1N2
,
Flin Flon
Phone Number:
204-687-9626
524 – 5th Street S.E.
,
R1N 3A8
,
Portage la Prairie
Phone Number:
204-239-2276
120 Easton Drive, PO Box 5000
,
R1A 2M2
,
Selkirk
Phone Number:
204-785-7400
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Support groups, kids fighting cancer programs, transportation program, aquatic therapy, and more.
Support groups include: brain fog, expressive art, moving forward after cancer program, yoga and cancer.
Phone Number:
204-787-2109
Toll-free Number:
1-866-561-1026
Driver programs and other forms of support people affected by cancer in Southern Manitoba.
Phone Number:
204-822-9541
Toll-free Number:
1-866-287-4740
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Individuals must meet medical criteria and will pay according to individual deductible and/or co-payment. Application must be made by a physician, nurse practitioner, or pharmacist.
Nunavut Patient Supports
Accommodation for Nunavut residents receiving medical treatment in Winnipeg.
The Inuit Health Program coordinates health service provision in Nunavut in partnership with the Government of Nunavut. The program includes medical consultants, library services, and community based physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech language pathology services to the seven communities in the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut, and to the Hamlet of Sanikiluaq.
Psychosocial Oncology
Offered at no cost. In Winnipeg and at regional hubs.
Phone Number:
204-787-2109
Toll-free Number:
1-866-561-1026
Rural Patient Supports
Listing of rural patient resources, cancer care sites. The CCPN is comprised of 7 Regional Cancer Programs and 8 Community Cancer Programs (CCPs), the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre (WMCC), and the Community Cancer Resource & Support Program (CCRSP).
Travel Treatment Fund
For patients travelling outside of Manitoba for Medical Care - must have pre-approval.
Manitoba
Accommodation
A Port in the Storm is for rural and northern adults living in Manitoba to reduce the financial burden of serious illness on those who must travel to and remain in Winnipeg to receive medical care.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Hwy 3 & Hwy 14, Box 2000 Station Main
,
R6W 1H8
,
Winkler
Phone Number:
204-331-8850
Dauphin Regional Health Centre
,
R7N 1R7
,
Dauphin
Phone Number:
204-638-2181
109 Kellett Street South, PO Box 447
,
R0M 0M0
,
Deloraine
Phone Number:
204-747-1836
3rd Ave & Church Street, PO Box 340
,
R8A 1N2
,
Flin Flon
Phone Number:
204-687-9626
524 – 5th Street S.E.
,
R1N 3A8
,
Portage la Prairie
Phone Number:
204-239-2276
120 Easton Drive, PO Box 5000
,
R1A 2M2
,
Selkirk
Phone Number:
204-785-7400
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Support groups, kids fighting cancer programs, transportation program, aquatic therapy, and more.
Support groups include: brain fog, expressive art, moving forward after cancer program, yoga and cancer.
Phone Number:
204-787-2109
Toll-free Number:
1-866-561-1026
Driver programs and other forms of support people affected by cancer in Southern Manitoba.
Phone Number:
204-822-9541
Toll-free Number:
1-866-287-4740
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Individuals must meet medical criteria and will pay according to individual deductible and/or co-payment. Application must be made by a physician, nurse practitioner, or pharmacist.
Nunavut Patient Supports
Accommodation for Nunavut residents receiving medical treatment in Winnipeg.
The Inuit Health Program coordinates health service provision in Nunavut in partnership with the Government of Nunavut. The program includes medical consultants, library services, and community based physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech language pathology services to the seven communities in the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut, and to the Hamlet of Sanikiluaq.
Psychosocial Oncology
Offered at no cost. In Winnipeg and at regional hubs.
Phone Number:
204-787-2109
Toll-free Number:
1-866-561-1026
Rural Patient Supports
Listing of rural patient resources, cancer care sites. The CCPN is comprised of 7 Regional Cancer Programs and 8 Community Cancer Programs (CCPs), the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre (WMCC), and the Community Cancer Resource & Support Program (CCRSP).
Travel Treatment Fund
For patients travelling outside of Manitoba for Medical Care - must have pre-approval.
New Brunswick
Accommodation
For patients receiving cancer treatment at Dr. Leon-Richard Oncology Centre and live more than 100km from Moncton.
333 Highfield Street
,
E1C 5R7
,
Moncton
Phone Number:
506-862-4010
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Area 3 Horizon Health Network. This program is designed to address the emotional, social, physical, and practical challenges of those facing cancer through offerings of exercise & movement, education & self-development, symptom management, and peer support programs.
Phone Number:
506-452-5090
Toll-free Number:
chalmers.foundation@horizonnb.ca
A resource hub connecting cancer patients.
Phone Number:
506--857-5488
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Patient Navigation
Registered nurses that help coordinate your cancer care, treatment, financial concerns, and the like.
Transportation
The New Brunswick Community Transportation Service is a provincial network of non-profit organizations that offer affordable, accessible transportation through volunteer drivers.
New Brunswick
Accommodation
For patients receiving cancer treatment at Dr. Leon-Richard Oncology Centre and live more than 100km from Moncton.
333 Highfield Street
,
E1C 5R7
,
Moncton
Phone Number:
506-862-4010
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Area 3 Horizon Health Network. This program is designed to address the emotional, social, physical, and practical challenges of those facing cancer through offerings of exercise & movement, education & self-development, symptom management, and peer support programs.
Phone Number:
506-452-5090
Toll-free Number:
chalmers.foundation@horizonnb.ca
A resource hub connecting cancer patients.
Phone Number:
506--857-5488
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Patient Navigation
Registered nurses that help coordinate your cancer care, treatment, financial concerns, and the like.
Transportation
The New Brunswick Community Transportation Service is a provincial network of non-profit organizations that offer affordable, accessible transportation through volunteer drivers.
New Brunswick
Accommodation
For patients receiving cancer treatment at Dr. Leon-Richard Oncology Centre and live more than 100km from Moncton.
333 Highfield Street
,
E1C 5R7
,
Moncton
Phone Number:
506-862-4010
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Area 3 Horizon Health Network. This program is designed to address the emotional, social, physical, and practical challenges of those facing cancer through offerings of exercise & movement, education & self-development, symptom management, and peer support programs.
Phone Number:
506-452-5090
Toll-free Number:
chalmers.foundation@horizonnb.ca
A resource hub connecting cancer patients.
Phone Number:
506--857-5488
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Patient Navigation
Registered nurses that help coordinate your cancer care, treatment, financial concerns, and the like.
Transportation
The New Brunswick Community Transportation Service is a provincial network of non-profit organizations that offer affordable, accessible transportation through volunteer drivers.
Newfoundland and Labrador
Accommodation
A Canadian Cancer Society lodge, 5 minute drive from Dr. H Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre and the St. Clair’s Mercy Hospital, offering lodging to cancer patients and their caregivers.
70 Ropewalk Lane
,
A1E 5T2
,
St. John's
Toll-free Number:
1-888-753-6520
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
50 Union Street
,
A2A 2E1
,
Grand Falls-Windsor
Phone Number:
709-292-2112
300 Prince Philip Drive
,
A1B 3V6
,
St. John's
Phone Number:
709-777-6480
125 Trans-Canada Hwy
,
A1V 1P7
,
Gander
Phone Number:
709-256-2500
Phone Number:
709-5571
Phone Number:
709-466-5763
Phone Number:
709-897-3115
Phone Number:
709-285-8332
Phone Number:
709-454-3999
Phone Number:
709-777-2094
Phone Number:
709-637-5010
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
If a patient has been referred out of province for medical treatment, the drug subsidization program may extend coverage. Prior approval required and exceptions apply.
Special authorization request forms are submitted by healthcare providers/prescribers and the request must meet certain criteria.
Indigenous Supports
Support and assistance or Indigenous patients and their families who travel to St. John’s for medical appointments.
Rehabilitation Support & Medial Equipment
Basic medical supplies and equipment for daily living. Must meet eligibility requirements.
Transportation
Offering reimbursement of a portion of transportation, accommodation, and meals for patients that travel to another region in the province or outside the province to access medical care.
Toll-free Number:
1-877-475-2412
Newfoundland and Labrador
Accommodation
A Canadian Cancer Society lodge, 5 minute drive from Dr. H Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre and the St. Clair’s Mercy Hospital, offering lodging to cancer patients and their caregivers.
70 Ropewalk Lane
,
A1E 5T2
,
St. John's
Toll-free Number:
1-888-753-6520
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
50 Union Street
,
A2A 2E1
,
Grand Falls-Windsor
Phone Number:
709-292-2112
300 Prince Philip Drive
,
A1B 3V6
,
St. John's
Phone Number:
709-777-6480
125 Trans-Canada Hwy
,
A1V 1P7
,
Gander
Phone Number:
709-256-2500
Phone Number:
709-5571
Phone Number:
709-466-5763
Phone Number:
709-897-3115
Phone Number:
709-285-8332
Phone Number:
709-454-3999
Phone Number:
709-777-2094
Phone Number:
709-637-5010
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
If a patient has been referred out of province for medical treatment, the drug subsidization program may extend coverage. Prior approval required and exceptions apply.
Special authorization request forms are submitted by healthcare providers/prescribers and the request must meet certain criteria.
Indigenous Supports
Support and assistance or Indigenous patients and their families who travel to St. John’s for medical appointments.
Rehabilitation Support & Medial Equipment
Basic medical supplies and equipment for daily living. Must meet eligibility requirements.
Transportation
Offering reimbursement of a portion of transportation, accommodation, and meals for patients that travel to another region in the province or outside the province to access medical care.
Toll-free Number:
1-877-475-2412
Newfoundland and Labrador
Accommodation
A Canadian Cancer Society lodge, 5 minute drive from Dr. H Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre and the St. Clair’s Mercy Hospital, offering lodging to cancer patients and their caregivers.
70 Ropewalk Lane
,
A1E 5T2
,
St. John's
Toll-free Number:
1-888-753-6520
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
50 Union Street
,
A2A 2E1
,
Grand Falls-Windsor
Phone Number:
709-292-2112
300 Prince Philip Drive
,
A1B 3V6
,
St. John's
Phone Number:
709-777-6480
125 Trans-Canada Hwy
,
A1V 1P7
,
Gander
Phone Number:
709-256-2500
Phone Number:
709-5571
Phone Number:
709-466-5763
Phone Number:
709-897-3115
Phone Number:
709-285-8332
Phone Number:
709-454-3999
Phone Number:
709-777-2094
Phone Number:
709-637-5010
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
If a patient has been referred out of province for medical treatment, the drug subsidization program may extend coverage. Prior approval required and exceptions apply.
Special authorization request forms are submitted by healthcare providers/prescribers and the request must meet certain criteria.
Indigenous Supports
Support and assistance or Indigenous patients and their families who travel to St. John’s for medical appointments.
Rehabilitation Support & Medial Equipment
Basic medical supplies and equipment for daily living. Must meet eligibility requirements.
Transportation
Offering reimbursement of a portion of transportation, accommodation, and meals for patients that travel to another region in the province or outside the province to access medical care.
Toll-free Number:
1-877-475-2412
Northwest Territories
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Patient Navigation
Currently, brain cancer patients may be required to travel to Alberta for treatment. Please review the resources listed for Alberta for additional information.
Northwest Territories
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Patient Navigation
Currently, brain cancer patients may be required to travel to Alberta for treatment. Please review the resources listed for Alberta for additional information.
Northwest Territories
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Patient Navigation
Currently, brain cancer patients may be required to travel to Alberta for treatment. Please review the resources listed for Alberta for additional information.
Nova Scotia
Accommodation
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
1482 George Street
,
,
Sydney
5820 University Avenue
,
,
Halifax
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Helps fund patients faced with high costs for their take home cancer drugs.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Psychosocial Oncology
Supportive Care
Nova Scotia
Accommodation
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
1482 George Street
,
,
Sydney
5820 University Avenue
,
,
Halifax
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Helps fund patients faced with high costs for their take home cancer drugs.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Psychosocial Oncology
Supportive Care
Nova Scotia
Accommodation
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
1482 George Street
,
,
Sydney
5820 University Avenue
,
,
Halifax
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Helps fund patients faced with high costs for their take home cancer drugs.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Psychosocial Oncology
Supportive Care
Nunavut
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Nunavut Patient Supports
Currently, patients in Nunavut might be required to travel to Ottawa Hospital for treatment.
Nunavut
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Nunavut Patient Supports
Currently, patients in Nunavut might be required to travel to Ottawa Hospital for treatment.
Nunavut
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Nunavut Patient Supports
Currently, patients in Nunavut might be required to travel to Ottawa Hospital for treatment.
Ontario
Books/Library
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Offers resource listings and support for bereavement across many types of loss.
Advocating for educational opportunities and support services that benefit children and youth who are grieving the dying or the death of someone they care about.
Emotional and practical supports for cancer patients.
Providing support to caregivers of patients battling Glioblastoma and IDPG.
A range of specialized programs designed to provide connection and belonging; ease pain, fatigue and distress; build strength and mobility; and support financial and workplace challenges. Wellspring programs are available across Canada online, and through locations in Ontario and Alberta, all at no charge, and without referral.
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Drugs that are not covered by the Ontario Drug Benefit program might be granted access through the EAP. Medical care team makes application to EAP on behalf of patient. Must meet specific clinical criteria and qualify for ODB.
Reimbursement programs often require healthcare providers to submit enrolment forms for patients. Coverage eligibility criteria may exclude certain forms of drug delivery (oral, injectables, IV) and locations (in-or-out of hospital).
Financial & Insurance Supports
Indigenous Supports
Across 10 regions of Ontario.
LGBTQIA2S+ Supports
Occupational Therapy
A program to help cancer patients perform everyday activities.
A program to help cancer patients perform everyday activities.
Psychosocial Oncology
Cancer classes online.
Supportive Care
Education, support, and wellness classes for patients, family members, and caregivers.
Transportation
Canadian Cancer Society volunteers drive patients to and from cancer related appointments.
Toll-free Number:
1-888-939-3333
Ontario
Books/Library
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Offers resource listings and support for bereavement across many types of loss.
Advocating for educational opportunities and support services that benefit children and youth who are grieving the dying or the death of someone they care about.
Emotional and practical supports for cancer patients.
Providing support to caregivers of patients battling Glioblastoma and IDPG.
A range of specialized programs designed to provide connection and belonging; ease pain, fatigue and distress; build strength and mobility; and support financial and workplace challenges. Wellspring programs are available across Canada online, and through locations in Ontario and Alberta, all at no charge, and without referral.
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Drugs that are not covered by the Ontario Drug Benefit program might be granted access through the EAP. Medical care team makes application to EAP on behalf of patient. Must meet specific clinical criteria and qualify for ODB.
Reimbursement programs often require healthcare providers to submit enrolment forms for patients. Coverage eligibility criteria may exclude certain forms of drug delivery (oral, injectables, IV) and locations (in-or-out of hospital).
Financial & Insurance Supports
Indigenous Supports
Across 10 regions of Ontario.
LGBTQIA2S+ Supports
Occupational Therapy
A program to help cancer patients perform everyday activities.
A program to help cancer patients perform everyday activities.
Psychosocial Oncology
Cancer classes online.
Supportive Care
Education, support, and wellness classes for patients, family members, and caregivers.
Transportation
Canadian Cancer Society volunteers drive patients to and from cancer related appointments.
Toll-free Number:
1-888-939-3333
Ontario
Books/Library
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Offers resource listings and support for bereavement across many types of loss.
Advocating for educational opportunities and support services that benefit children and youth who are grieving the dying or the death of someone they care about.
Emotional and practical supports for cancer patients.
Providing support to caregivers of patients battling Glioblastoma and IDPG.
A range of specialized programs designed to provide connection and belonging; ease pain, fatigue and distress; build strength and mobility; and support financial and workplace challenges. Wellspring programs are available across Canada online, and through locations in Ontario and Alberta, all at no charge, and without referral.
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Drugs that are not covered by the Ontario Drug Benefit program might be granted access through the EAP. Medical care team makes application to EAP on behalf of patient. Must meet specific clinical criteria and qualify for ODB.
Reimbursement programs often require healthcare providers to submit enrolment forms for patients. Coverage eligibility criteria may exclude certain forms of drug delivery (oral, injectables, IV) and locations (in-or-out of hospital).
Financial & Insurance Supports
Indigenous Supports
Across 10 regions of Ontario.
LGBTQIA2S+ Supports
Occupational Therapy
A program to help cancer patients perform everyday activities.
A program to help cancer patients perform everyday activities.
Psychosocial Oncology
Cancer classes online.
Supportive Care
Education, support, and wellness classes for patients, family members, and caregivers.
Transportation
Canadian Cancer Society volunteers drive patients to and from cancer related appointments.
Toll-free Number:
1-888-939-3333
Prince Edward Island
Accommodation
Accommodations are not covered by Health PEI. Many hotels in Charlottetown offer medical rates to those who are receiving treatment. It is the responsibility of the patient to request this discount. Killam Apartment REIT in partnership with the Queen Elizabeth Hospital offers a free two-week apartment. Reach out to the cancer patient navigator to inquire.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
60 Riverside Drive
,
C1A 8T5
,
Charlottetown
Phone Number:
902-894-2027
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Special authorization request forms are submitted by healthcare providers/prescribers and the request must meet certain criteria.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Patient Navigation
Prince Edward Island
Accommodation
Accommodations are not covered by Health PEI. Many hotels in Charlottetown offer medical rates to those who are receiving treatment. It is the responsibility of the patient to request this discount. Killam Apartment REIT in partnership with the Queen Elizabeth Hospital offers a free two-week apartment. Reach out to the cancer patient navigator to inquire.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
60 Riverside Drive
,
C1A 8T5
,
Charlottetown
Phone Number:
902-894-2027
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Special authorization request forms are submitted by healthcare providers/prescribers and the request must meet certain criteria.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Patient Navigation
Prince Edward Island
Accommodation
Accommodations are not covered by Health PEI. Many hotels in Charlottetown offer medical rates to those who are receiving treatment. It is the responsibility of the patient to request this discount. Killam Apartment REIT in partnership with the Queen Elizabeth Hospital offers a free two-week apartment. Reach out to the cancer patient navigator to inquire.
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
60 Riverside Drive
,
C1A 8T5
,
Charlottetown
Phone Number:
902-894-2027
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Special authorization request forms are submitted by healthcare providers/prescribers and the request must meet certain criteria.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Patient Navigation
Quebec
Accommodation
5151 de l'Assomption Blvd
,
H1T 4A9
,
Quebec
Phone Number:
514-255-5151
Toll-free Number:
1-888-939-3333
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
3801 University Street
,
H3A 2B4
,
Quebec
Phone Number:
514-398-6644
3755 Cote-Ste-Catherine Road
,
H3T 1E2
,
Montreal
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
The Association québécoise des coordonnateurs d’accès aux médicaments d’oncologie (AQCAMO) provides its members with support, updates and education on how to access oncology medication.Drug access as well as coverage are becoming increasingly complex, while drug reimbursement navigators are in high demand in Quebec by both physicians and patients.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Psychosocial Oncology
Supports offered through McGill University Health Centre.
Quebec
Accommodation
5151 de l'Assomption Blvd
,
H1T 4A9
,
Quebec
Phone Number:
514-255-5151
Toll-free Number:
1-888-939-3333
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
3801 University Street
,
H3A 2B4
,
Quebec
Phone Number:
514-398-6644
3755 Cote-Ste-Catherine Road
,
H3T 1E2
,
Montreal
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
The Association québécoise des coordonnateurs d’accès aux médicaments d’oncologie (AQCAMO) provides its members with support, updates and education on how to access oncology medication.Drug access as well as coverage are becoming increasingly complex, while drug reimbursement navigators are in high demand in Quebec by both physicians and patients.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Psychosocial Oncology
Supports offered through McGill University Health Centre.
Quebec
Accommodation
5151 de l'Assomption Blvd
,
H1T 4A9
,
Quebec
Phone Number:
514-255-5151
Toll-free Number:
1-888-939-3333
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
3801 University Street
,
H3A 2B4
,
Quebec
Phone Number:
514-398-6644
3755 Cote-Ste-Catherine Road
,
H3T 1E2
,
Montreal
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
The Association québécoise des coordonnateurs d’accès aux médicaments d’oncologie (AQCAMO) provides its members with support, updates and education on how to access oncology medication.Drug access as well as coverage are becoming increasingly complex, while drug reimbursement navigators are in high demand in Quebec by both physicians and patients.
Financial & Insurance Supports
Psychosocial Oncology
Supports offered through McGill University Health Centre.
Saskatchewan
Accommodation
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
2nd Tuesday of Each Month
W.A. Edwards Family Centre
,
,
Toll-free Number:
1-800-265-5106
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Individuals are eligible for coverage for drugs listed on the Saskatchewan Formulary or for drugs approved under Exception Drug Status(EDS). Individuals must meet medical criteria and will pay according to individual deductible and/or co-payment. Application must be made by a physician, nurse practitioner, or pharmacist.
Indigenous Supports
Support workers, advocacy, and healing centres for First Nations and Métis individuals, families, communities.
Metis Supports
Support workers, advocacy, and healing centres for First Nations and Métis individuals, families, communities.
This program provides reimbursement to citizens for fuel and $25 flat rate for parking costs associated with travel to and from the patient’s community for cancer-related appointments.
Patient Navigation
Assistance and information for preparations for your appointment(s), psychological needs, financial concerns, health system concerns, family issues, and coping issues.
Psychosocial Oncology
Supportive Care
Programs, classes, educational sessions in Regina, Saskatoon, or online.
Travel Treatment Fund
Transportation
Volunteer drivers may be able to assist with driving patients to and from appointments.
Phone Number:
306-566-5717
Saskatchewan
Accommodation
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
2nd Tuesday of Each Month
W.A. Edwards Family Centre
,
,
Toll-free Number:
1-800-265-5106
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Individuals are eligible for coverage for drugs listed on the Saskatchewan Formulary or for drugs approved under Exception Drug Status(EDS). Individuals must meet medical criteria and will pay according to individual deductible and/or co-payment. Application must be made by a physician, nurse practitioner, or pharmacist.
Indigenous Supports
Support workers, advocacy, and healing centres for First Nations and Métis individuals, families, communities.
Metis Supports
Support workers, advocacy, and healing centres for First Nations and Métis individuals, families, communities.
This program provides reimbursement to citizens for fuel and $25 flat rate for parking costs associated with travel to and from the patient’s community for cancer-related appointments.
Patient Navigation
Assistance and information for preparations for your appointment(s), psychological needs, financial concerns, health system concerns, family issues, and coping issues.
Psychosocial Oncology
Supportive Care
Programs, classes, educational sessions in Regina, Saskatoon, or online.
Travel Treatment Fund
Transportation
Volunteer drivers may be able to assist with driving patients to and from appointments.
Phone Number:
306-566-5717
Saskatchewan
Accommodation
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
2nd Tuesday of Each Month
W.A. Edwards Family Centre
,
,
Toll-free Number:
1-800-265-5106
Clinical Trials & Experimental Therapies
Drug: Access, Coverage, Subsidization, Reimbursement
Individuals are eligible for coverage for drugs listed on the Saskatchewan Formulary or for drugs approved under Exception Drug Status(EDS). Individuals must meet medical criteria and will pay according to individual deductible and/or co-payment. Application must be made by a physician, nurse practitioner, or pharmacist.
Indigenous Supports
Support workers, advocacy, and healing centres for First Nations and Métis individuals, families, communities.
Metis Supports
Support workers, advocacy, and healing centres for First Nations and Métis individuals, families, communities.
This program provides reimbursement to citizens for fuel and $25 flat rate for parking costs associated with travel to and from the patient’s community for cancer-related appointments.
Patient Navigation
Assistance and information for preparations for your appointment(s), psychological needs, financial concerns, health system concerns, family issues, and coping issues.
Psychosocial Oncology
Supportive Care
Programs, classes, educational sessions in Regina, Saskatoon, or online.
Travel Treatment Fund
Transportation
Volunteer drivers may be able to assist with driving patients to and from appointments.
Phone Number:
306-566-5717
Yukon
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Patient Navigation
Yukon brain cancer patients might have medical treatment in British Columbia. Please review resources listed for British Columbia.
Yukon
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Patient Navigation
Yukon brain cancer patients might have medical treatment in British Columbia. Please review resources listed for British Columbia.
Yukon
Cancer Centres/Health Centres
Caregiver, Community, Emotional, & Social Supports
Patient Navigation
Yukon brain cancer patients might have medical treatment in British Columbia. Please review resources listed for British Columbia.
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