BC Cancer Foundation

Tackling the growing cancer burden in B.C.

With the growth and aging of our population it is estimated that the number of new cancer cases in B.C. will grow by 40% over the next decade.

Cancer will impact every family as the ‘1 in 2 Canadians are now expected to face cancer in their lifetime’ statistic will ring true.

BC Cancer has among the best outcomes in the world, with the province continually preparing for the now and the next decade to support families yet to face cancer – the most difficult time in their lives.

Learn how you can support the latest research in prevention and early detection, to help stop cancer before it starts.

New hope for patients facing metastatic cancer

A new study co-led by BC Cancer researchers, including Dr. Robert Olson, radiation oncologist at BC Cancer – Prince George, has found that the use of Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy technology may improve survival for people with cancer that has spread.

Esteemed award for BC Cancer scientist

Dr. Connie Eaves, distinguished scientist at BC Cancer’s Terry Fox Laboratory, has been named as the 2019 Canada Gairdner Wightman Awardee from the Gairdner Foundation. Dr. Eaves’ research focuses on understanding how human breast cancers and leukemias arise from initially normal human cells – an approach that has generated critical information about how to design more effective treatments for these and other cancers.

AI approach to diagnosing cancer

A new study uses artificial intelligence and whole genome sequencing to make accurate cancer diagnoses.

Combining patients’ gene expression data and a machine learning technique, scientists show that computers can accurately diagnose cancer, even in cases that fail human assessment.

Onto the next challenge

“It feels like such a weight has been lifted off my shoulders, that whatever comes at me now, I can handle it. I’ve handled the thought of cancer, the thought of dying, surgery, biking across North America. Bring it on."

Geoff, cancer survivor, shares his story and why he’s taking on Workout to Conquer Cancer.

Innovative new therapies

It's Nursing Week and BC Cancer clinical trials nurses are sharing how clinical trials help advance treatments and care for people facing cancer – follow along!

Many of the treatments we have today are available thanks to people who volunteered to take part in a clinical trial. Learn how you can support clinical trials today.

Spring into a new routine

It’s the perfect time to jumpstart your fitness routine!

Liam Fisher, MVMT Academy founder and RYU Apparel connector, shares seven exercises you can incorporate into your daily schedule to help achieve your fitness goals.

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