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Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division

Provides support for people with cancer, caregivers and loved ones, healthcare professionals, and the general public. Works to reduce the risk of cancer through prevention initiatives using health promotion, community action, and advocacy for healthier environments. Serves BC and the Yukon. Office hours are 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday. Nonprofit society, registered charity.

Website

www.cancer.ca

Contact

Phone 1: 1-888-939-3333
Fax: 604-872-4113
Email: info@cancer.ca

Address

575 West 10th Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4C3

Mailing Address

575 West 10th Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4C3

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9 services offered by: Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division

Camp Goodtimes

Provided by Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division
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Offers summer camp and year-round recreation programming at no cost to children and youth diagnosed with cancer, and their families.

Offers summer camp and year-round recreation programming at no cost to children and youth diagnosed with cancer, and their families. Summer programming provides a safety-focused, medically supervised, fun and recreational experience at Loon Lake in Maple Ridge. Year-round recreation programming is held across the province from September to June. Open to applicants throughout BC and the Yukon.
Website

www.campgoodtimes.org
Address

860-625 Howe Street
Vancouver, BC, V6C 2T6
Summer programming provides a safety-focused, medically supervised, fun and recreational experience at Loon Lake in Maple Ridge. Year-round recreation programming is held across the province from September to June. Open to applicants throughout BC and the Yukon.

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Mailing Address

860-625 Howe Street
Vancouver, BC, V6C 2T6

Contact

Phone 1: 778-897-2377

Phone 2: 1-800-663-2524 Local 7141

Fax: 604-675-7124

Email: gotcamp@cancer.ca

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Cancer Information Service (CIS)

Provided by Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division
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A national, toll-free telephone service available to answer questions and give information about cancer treatment and side effects, clinical trials, coping with cancer, emotional support services, prevention, help in the community, and complementary therapies.

A national, toll-free telephone service available to answer questions and give information about cancer treatment and side effects, clinical trials, coping with cancer, emotional support services, prevention, help in the community, and complementary therapies. Information on community support programs include those that provide home care, assistance with financial costs of cancer care, transportation, and travel expenses. Also offers a Peer Match Program that connects people living with cancer and caregivers with trained volunteers who offer encouragement and share ideas for coping. Service is available 9 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday in English and French; interpreter service is available for other languages.
Website

www.cancer.ca
Address

Vancouver, BC
Information on community support programs include those that provide home care, assistance with financial costs of cancer care, transportation, and travel expenses. Also offers a Peer Match Program that connects people living with cancer and caregivers with trained volunteers who offer encouragement and share ideas for coping. Service is available 9 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday in English and French; interpreter service is available for other languages.

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Mailing Address

British Columbia and Yukon Division Office, 575 West 10th Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4J4

Contact

Phone 1: 1-888-939-3333

Email: info@cancer.ca

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CancerConnection

Provided by Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division
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Provides free, confidential telephone support to adults 18 years or older diagnosed with any type of cancer and/or their caregivers.

Provides free, confidential telephone support to adults 18 years or older diagnosed with any type of cancer and/or their caregivers. Trained volunteers who have had a similar cancer experience listen, share practical experiences about living with cancer, and offer emotional support, understanding and encouragement from someone who has been there. Connections through an interpreter or with volunteers who speak other languages are possible. Hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.
Also offers CancerConnection.ca, an online support community for adults who have cancer and their caregivers. Members connect through discussion groups and blogs, sharing information about managing cancer in their lives, and engaging in supportive discussions. www.cancerconnection.ca
Website

www.cancer.ca
Address

625 Howe Street
Vancouver, BC, V6C 2T6
Trained volunteers who have had a similar cancer experience listen, share practical experiences about living with cancer, and offer emotional support, understanding and encouragement from someone who has been there. Connections through an interpreter or with volunteers who speak other languages are possible. Hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.
Also offers CancerConnection.ca, an online support community for adults who have cancer and their caregivers. Members connect through discussion groups and blogs, sharing information about managing cancer in their lives, and engaging in supportive discussions. www.cancerconnection.ca

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Mailing Address

625 Howe Street
Vancouver, BC, V6C 2T6

Contact

Phone 1: 1-800-822-8664

Information Line: 1-888-939-3333

Fax: 604-675-7301

Email: cancerconnection@cancer.ca

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Jean C Barber Lodge

Provided by Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division
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Offers accommodations, amenities, and services for out-of-town patients undergoing cancer assessment or treatment in Vancouver; fee for service.

Offers accommodations, amenities, and services for out-of-town patients undergoing cancer assessment or treatment in Vancouver; fee for service. Services include three meals a day, WiFi connectivity and access to a wig and breast prosthesis bank. Staff are on-site 24 hours a day to provide support and information to guests. Rooms are shared with ensuite washrooms. Whenever possible, loved ones can stay with guests. Facilities are smoke-free, scent-free and wheelchair accessible.
Website

www.cancer.ca
Address

1450 West 12th Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V6H 1M9
Services include three meals a day, WiFi connectivity and access to a wig and breast prosthesis bank. Staff are on-site 24 hours a day to provide support and information to guests. Rooms are shared with ensuite washrooms. Whenever possible, loved ones can stay with guests. Facilities are smoke-free, scent-free and wheelchair accessible.

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Mailing Address

1450 West 12th Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V6H 1M9

Contact

Reception: 604-879-9131

Intake: 1-888-939-3333

Fax: 604-675-7131

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Kordyban Lodge

Provided by Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division
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Provides accommodations for patients who need to travel away from home for cancer treatment, information, and support for cancer patients and their families, friends, and caregivers.

Provides accommodations for patients who need to travel away from home for cancer treatment, information, and support for cancer patients and their families, friends, and caregivers. Coordinates delivery of cancer support services, distributes cancer resources, undertakes public education and cancer prevention activities, manages a local network of volunteers, and conducts fundraising activities. Loved ones can stay with guests; reasonable user fees are charged. Wheels of Hope helps individuals find the best option for those who need to travel across town or across the province to receive cancer treatment. Funding can be accessed through Cancer Information Line. Serves northern BC. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.
Website

www.cancer.ca
Address

1100 Alward Street
Prince George, BC, V2M 7B1
Coordinates delivery of cancer support services, distributes cancer resources, undertakes public education and cancer prevention activities, manages a local network of volunteers, and conducts fundraising activities. Loved ones can stay with guests; reasonable user fees are charged. Wheels of Hope helps individuals find the best option for those who need to travel across town or across the province to receive cancer treatment. Funding can be accessed through Cancer Information Line. Serves northern BC. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.

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Mailing Address

1100 Alward Street
Prince George, BC, V2M 7B1

Contact

Office: 250-564-0885

Office: 250-562-3535

Phone 3: 1-800-811-5666

Cancer Information Line: 1-888-939-3333

Fax: 236-260-0832

Email: north@bc.cancer.ca

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Southern Interior Rotary Lodge

Provided by Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division
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Offers accommodations, amenities, and services for out-of-town patients (and their caregivers) undergoing cancer assessment or treatment in Kelowna; fee for service.

Offers accommodations, amenities, and services for out-of-town patients (and their caregivers) undergoing cancer assessment or treatment in Kelowna; fee for service. Amenities and services include meals, an activity room (TV, computers, internet, games, pool table), a library and resource room, a laundry room, cancer information and support, driver services, and access to a wig and breast prosthesis bank. Located next to the cancer clinic and hospital. Two rooms are wheelchair accessible. Operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Website

www.cancer.ca
Address

330 Strathcona Avenue
Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5K7
Amenities and services include meals, an activity room (TV, computers, internet, games, pool table), a library and resource room, a laundry room, cancer information and support, driver services, and access to a wig and breast prosthesis bank. Located next to the cancer clinic and hospital. Two rooms are wheelchair accessible. Operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Mailing Address

330 Strathcona Avenue
Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5K7

Contact

Reservations: 250-712-2203

Fax: 250-712-2275

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Travel Treatment Fund (TTF)

Provided by Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division
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Offers limited, short-term financial assistance for cancer-related transportation and accommodation to BC residents who are cancer patients travelling to and from cancer treatment or for transplants.

Offers limited, short-term financial assistance for cancer-related transportation and accommodation to BC residents who are cancer patients travelling to and from cancer treatment or for transplants. Full eligibility criteria and application forms are available online.
Website

cancer.ca/en/living-with-cancer/how-we-can-help/cancer-travel-and-accommodation-services-bc
Address

No address available
Full eligibility criteria and application forms are available online.

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Mailing Address

575 West 10th Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4C3

Contact

Phone 1: 1-888-939-3333

Fax: 604-675-7122

Email: BCTravelFund@cancer.ca

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Vancouver Island Lodge

Provided by Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division
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Offers accommodations, amenities, and services for out-of-town patients (and their caregivers) undergoing cancer assessment or treatment in Victoria; fee for service.

Offers accommodations, amenities, and services for out-of-town patients (and their caregivers) undergoing cancer assessment or treatment in Victoria; fee for service. Services include three meals a day, internet access and free Wi-Fi, a library and resource room, a laundry room, and access to a wig and breast prosthesis bank. Also offers a shuttle to and from BC Cancer Agency, wellness programs, and supportive care programs. Most rooms are shared occupancy (2 beds) with ensuite washrooms. Located near Royal Jubilee Hospital and within walking distance of the BC Cancer Agency. Two rooms are wheelchair accessible. Operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Website

www.cancer.ca
Address

2202 Richmond Road
Victoria, BC, V8R 4R5
Services include three meals a day, internet access and free Wi-Fi, a library and resource room, a laundry room, and access to a wig and breast prosthesis bank. Also offers a shuttle to and from BC Cancer Agency, wellness programs, and supportive care programs. Most rooms are shared occupancy (2 beds) with ensuite washrooms. Located near Royal Jubilee Hospital and within walking distance of the BC Cancer Agency. Two rooms are wheelchair accessible. Operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Mailing Address

2202 Richmond Road
Victoria, BC, V8R 4R5

Contact

Phone 1: 250-592-2662

Phone 2: 1-800-335-6029

Fax: 250-592-7616

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Wig and Breast Prosthesis Services

Provided by Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division
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Supplies free wigs and breast accessories for those living with cancer.

Supplies free wigs and breast accessories for those living with cancer. Wig Lending Program has a wide variety of wigs that can be ordered with the online wig form. Call for hair donation and wig donation information. Breast Prosthesis Bank provides puffies, padded bras and prosthesis to women who have had a partial or full mastectomy, can be ordered online at the breast accessory form.
Website

action.cancer.ca/en/living-with-cancer/how-we-can-help/wig-and-breast-prosthesis-service
Address

1450 West 12th Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V6H 1M9
Wig Lending Program has a wide variety of wigs that can be ordered with the online wig form. Call for hair donation and wig donation information. Breast Prosthesis Bank provides puffies, padded bras and prosthesis to women who have had a partial or full mastectomy, can be ordered online at the breast accessory form.

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Mailing Address

1450 West 12th Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V6H 1M9

Contact

Phone 1: 1-888-939-3333

TTY: 1-866-786-3934

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Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division

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Mailing Address

9 services offered by: Canadian Cancer Society - BC and Yukon Division

Camp Goodtimes

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Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Cancer Information Service (CIS)

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Address

Mailing Address

Contact

CancerConnection

Website

Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Jean C Barber Lodge

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Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Kordyban Lodge

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Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Southern Interior Rotary Lodge

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Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Travel Treatment Fund (TTF)

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Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Vancouver Island Lodge

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Mailing Address

Contact

Wig and Breast Prosthesis Services

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Mailing Address

Contact