We are happy to announce the launch of our new podcast, Beyond Brain Tumours!

Beyond Brain Tumours is a podcast by, for, and about the brain tumour community. Listen in as we talk to brain tumour survivors, patients, and caregivers as they share their stories and perspectives on brain tumour treatments, research, and survivorship. Hosted by Hugh Hill, Services Support Specialist at Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, learn more about the organization’s resources, programs, and services for people affected by a brain tumour.

CURRENT FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is seeking outstanding researchers conducting quality brain tumour research.

Grants of up to $25,000 will be available for research taking place within Canada for any type of primary or metastatic brain tumour, adult or pediatric. 

Application Deadline: August 18, 2023

In 2017, The Pam and Rolando Del Maestro Family Undergraduate Student Research Competition Awards were established to promote scientific innovation among Canadian undergraduate students.

Forty one years ago, Pam and Rolando Del Maestro and Steve Northey co-founded Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada over the years Pam and Rolando have fostered students in the field of brain tumour research by providing them with varied opportunities to present their ideas and engage with physicians and researchers in the field of neuro-oncology and neuroscience.

STORY

Blake and Jessica Cuthbertson were married in 2018. His wife was a well-loved grade one teacher in Brampton’s Rowntree Montessori Schools. To this day, Blake admires and adores her selfless dedication to the community.

“She was consistently involved in clubs and teams and joined committees. She was an avid reader of many subjects and stories. Jessica was involved with sports throughout high school, focusing on soccer and basketball. She coached her school and other soccer teams as well.”

CAREGIVER RETREAT

Our caregiver community is invited to join us on the shore of Georgian Bay on Friday, September 15, 2023, as we take time to de-stress, reconnect, and immerse ourselves in the natural surroundings that are offered at the beautiful Killarney Mountain Lodge Resort in Killarney, Ontario.

Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is pleased to offer this free event to our

caregiver community. If you wish to share this experience with a friend or family member, we are happy to extend this invitation to them as well.

Please email Amanda Hudder at ahudder@braintumour.ca if you have any questions.

Registration Deadline: August 31st, 2023

SUPPORT

Connect with a caring community: join one of our 6 private Facebook support groups today! Engage with Canadian brain tumour patients, survivors, parents, and caregivers as they share stories of hope, support, and valuable insights.

BRAIN TUMOUR WALKS

You can still register!

*Please note that all participants who attend an in-person walk must register online before the event (including children, family members, and friends).

It's not too late to donate!

Our Brain Tumour Walk website will remain open until the end of the year (December 31, 2023). You can still fundraise and donate! Thank you for your support!