Martine Elias, Executive Director
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"Our mission, “
To improve the lives of Canadians impacted by myeloma through awareness, education, advocacy, support of clinical research and fostering an empowered myeloma community.”
is the driving force behind everything we do.
Toward this end, and as you know, we run many fundraising initiatives throughout the year to help further myeloma research. This dedication to research is one of the key elements that differentiates us from other patient organizations here in Canada, and around the world. "
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Daratumumab (Darzalex) is Now Available in Four Provinces
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Daratumumab
is now funded in
Alberta
,
Manitoba
and
British-Colombia,
in addition to
Quebec
. To get all details about the eligibility criteria, click on the link below.
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2019 Myeloma Canada National Conference for Patients & Caregivers
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This two-day conference is an opportunity to get updates on the latest news in myeloma research, treatments and disease management.
This must-attend meeting will include
practical breakout sessions
, as well as
informational presentations from leading myeloma experts
and an opportunity to
meet and exchange with other patients, caregivers and health care professionals.
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Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28, 2019
Radisson Admiral Hotel – Toronto Harbourfront
Toronto, Ontario
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Myeloma Canada is pleased to announce the winners of the
2018 Community Awards
recognizing our members across Canada. We applaud their passion in raising awareness about multiple myeloma in the community and thank them for supporting our cause.
Find out more about the individuals who have made significant contributions to the myeloma community in 2018.
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You asked for it and we delivered! Myeloma Canada is pleased to launch a
NEW InfoVideo Series
answering your most frequently asked questions.
Videos will be release monthly on social media and our website, anwering your questions.
Two videos have already been released online! Watch them on our
YouTube Channel.
Follow us on
Facebook
and
Twitter
to be amongst the first to see our videos
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You have questions to ask? Feel free to send us your questions via email at
[email protected]
. Don't forget to write "
InfoVideo question" in your subject line!
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Multiple Myeloma March - We're Looking for Leaders and Volunteers !
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The Multiple Myeloma March is the only large-scale annual fundraiser that exclusively supports the Canadian myeloma community. This September, communities across the country will rally for a 5km walk to increase awareness and raise funds for clinical research and accelerated access to new, game-changing therapies, for Canadians.
Myeloma Canada is seeking volunteers to help lead and coordinate the Multiple Myeloma Marches in
Thunder Bay
(ON),
Kingston
(ON),
Regina
(SK),
Grande Prairie
(SK), and
Magog
(QC).
Myeloma Canada assists leaders in the planning of the event, and offers a multitude of support tools to help the leaders and volunteers with the coordination.
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If you are interested in getting involved
or would like more information, or
if you would like to start a new March in your community
, please contact Michelle Oana, Associate Director of Development and Community Relations, at
[email protected]
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Myeloma Canada Welcomes Marcie Baron to the Team!
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We are pleased to announce that as of February 5, 2019, Myeloma Canada has added a new member to its team; Marcie Baron, Manager, Communications & Marketing. With over 20 years of marketing and communications experience, Marcie will contribute to our collective goal of improving education, advocacy, research, awareness and community empowerement for multiple myeloma, nationwide. Having lost both parents to cancer, Marcie understands the ways in which a cancer diagnosis affects the patient, their caregivers and support network. Her years of volunteering for philanthropic organizations, combined with her background and passions, makes this the perfect role for her. We welcome her to the team! She can be reached at
[email protected]
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Spotlight on
Raoul Breault: Offering Hope
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“Dr Samad acknowledges that at the time of Raoul's diagnosis the expected survival was about two years, however the treatments have come a long way since, placing average survival rates at about 5.5 years. Raoul has beaten the odds nearly five times over.”
Raoul is sharing his story
26 years later.
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St-Jérôme InfoSession (French)
Saturday, March 16, 2019
Best Western Hotel
Saint-Jérôme (QC)
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Regina InfoSession
Saturday, March 16, 2019
Delta Hotels Regina (SK)
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Lanaudière InfoSession (QC)
Thursday, April 4, 2019
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Charlottetown InfoSession (PE)
Saturday, May 25, 2019
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Yellowknife InfoSession (NT)
Friday, May 10, 2019
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Sydney InfoSession (NS)
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
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Thursday, May 30, 2019
Summerlea Golf & Country Club
Vaudreuil-Dorion (QC)
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**DATE CHANGE**
Educational Webinars Series
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Latest myeloma research updates from the ASH* 2018 meeting
Thursday, March 14, 2019
7:00 pm ET
Join us online from the comfort of your own home! All you need is a computer, tablet or smart phone and an internet connection.
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*American Society of Hematology
The ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition is the world's most comprehensive hematology event of the year. The event provides an invaluable educational experience and the opportunity to review thousands of scientific abstracts highlighting updates in the hottest topics in hematology.
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Presented by Dr Elie Kassouf
Hematologist and Medical Oncologist
Centre hospitalier régional de Lanaudière
Université de Montréal
Montreal, Quebec
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Support Myeloma Canada’s mission in accelerating access to better care for Canadians impacted by myeloma. Your donation helps ensure that patients and their loved ones have better access to the information and support they need.
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