Giving Tuesday is November 30 |
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We are busy working on our holiday appeal campaign which we’ll be launching on Giving Tuesday on November 30, 2021. Enjoy this exclusive “behind the scenes” photo of BCC Board Member, Tony Cornacchia in the studio last month. On November 30, Tony will also be assuming the role of Vice Chair of the Board of Directors, as he continues to give back to the community that gave so much to him during his diagnosis. |
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Stay tuned for our December newsletter with the official announcement of our new Board Chair!
What is Giving Tuesday?
Giving Tuesday is touted as a "global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world." The “Opening day of the giving season,” it’s a time when charities, companies and individuals join together and rally for their favourite causes.
Across Canada and around the world, Giving Tuesday unites communities by sharing our capacity to care for and empower one another.”
Without giving too much away, we think this year’s holiday appeal campaign and the patient stories are a beautiful demonstration of how our bladder cancer community comes together to support one another – and creates positive, ongoing change. Watch your email for more information!
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Want to get a head start on your holiday giving? You can donate today at www.bladdercancercanada.org. Consider becoming a monthly donor – a small donation each month can have a BIG impact.
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Join us for our upcoming webinars! |
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We’re pleased to offer two upcoming webinars in both English and French on Advanced Treatment Innovations in Advanced Bladder Cancer.
Please join Dr. Blais on Monday December 13 at 7:00 pm ET for a French webinar and Dr. Sridhar on Tuesday December 14 at 7:00 pm ET for a webinar in English on new treatments for advanced bladder cancer.
There will be a question and answer period for anyone requiring a bit more information. Both webinars will be recorded and made available on our website.
You must register to attend this event and to receive the Zoom link.
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Dr. Norman Blais did his residency in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology at the University of Sherbrooke and the University of Montreal. He is the Director of the hemostasis-thrombosis laboratories at CHUM (Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal), conducting research in the field of thrombosis and cancer.
He is also the Director of the Clinical Research Unit in Hematology-Oncology (URCOH) of the CICC of CHUM, and Director of the Thoracic Oncology Fellowship Program at the University of Montreal. He has been involved with numerous clinical and translational studies in thoracic and urothelial oncology. He is the co-founder and Vice President of GEOQ (Groupe d’étude en oncologie du Québec) and the co-developer of the COAG-CHUM web application.
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Dr. Srikala Sridhar is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto and a Genitourinary Medical Oncologist at the Princess Margaret Cancer Center. She is Chair of the Genitourinary Medical Oncologists of Canada and Vice Chair of the Medical Advisory Board of Bladder Cancer Canada. She is also a member of the Canadian Clinical Trials Group, GU Disease Site Executive Committee and the US NCI Bladder Cancer Task Force.
Her main area of interest is in new drug development and Phase II clinical trials. She has been the principal investigator or co-investigator on many practice-changing trials in genitourinary oncology. She has a particular focus on advanced urothelial cancers where she is regarded as an international expert in her field. She has recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine, JAMA Oncology and European Urology. In 2011, she received a “Postgraduate Medicine Teaching Award” and in 2020, she was awarded the “University of Toronto, Department of Medicine Robert Hyland Mentorship Award.”
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Our team continues to grow |
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We are thrilled to welcome Theresa Blondin to the team at Bladder Cancer Canada as the Manager of Volunteers and Community Programs. As an avid volunteer, Theresa has been involved in the not-for-profit sector in numerous capacities for 15+ years. Theresa has volunteered as a fundraiser, DJ, friendly visitor, video producer, animal caregiver and held almost every position on various Boards of Directors. |
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Theresa turned her passion for volunteering into a career in 2016 when she took on the role of Senior Coordinator of Volunteer Engagement at the Canadian Cancer Society. Since then, she has become the president of her local Volunteer Administrators Association and secured her Certification in Volunteer Administration (CVA).
What Theresa loves most about engaging volunteers is matching people to the right role, advancing their skillset, helping them feel empowered, and creating a strong sense of community!
Join us in welcoming Theresa to the bladder cancer community!
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Share your bladder cancer experience |
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Recently, the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition (WBCPC) launched the first-ever global bladder cancer patient experience survey. The survey represents a collaborative effort between the WBCPC and its 11 member organizations from around the world, including Bladder Cancer Canada.
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The survey covers the entire bladder cancer patient pathway – from symptoms, screening, diagnosis, treatment and care, through to follow-up and survivorship. The survey is global, and available in 10 languages. Findings will be translated into a well-argued report analysing the strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in the bladder cancer care pathway from the patient perspective. |
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"These insights will help us as a global patient organisation to align our work with patient needs, and champion their views to drive care improvements using evidence-based advocacy,” said Dr Lydia Makaroff, President of the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition.
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Understanding Cancer Immunotherapy Clinical Trials in Canada: Are they Needed Now More than Ever? |
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We’re pleased to share this invitation to our community from BioCanRx, for their 5th annual Public Forum in conjunction with their scientific conference – the Summit for Cancer Immunotherapy. In this year’s virtual forum, you’ll hear from a clinical trials doctor, a patient partner who has participated in a clinical trial and a scientist who will speak about the latest developments in immunotherapy cancer research and treatments.
Date and time: Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 2:00 – 3:30pm Eastern Time
Key themes covered:
- Value of clinical trials in making effective therapies available to patients
- How do cancer patients access clinical trials?
- How have clinical trials pivoted during COVID-19 and what are the impacts for future care?
- Conversations you can have with your physician
Who should attend: This FREE virtual public forum is open to everyone and is targeted toward individuals seeking to learn more about immuno-oncology clinical trials in Canada.
Format: The 1.5-hour session will include a panel discussion and ample time for Q&A from the audience.
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We are always here to support you |
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Many thanks to Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation for their ongoing support and partnership with our Peer Support Volunteer Program. Wellspring facilitates confidential and professional connections with our Peer Support Volunteers for anyone needing one on one support during their bladder cancer journey. Please visit the Get Support page of our website, or call 1-866-674-8889 if you require support, especially during the upcoming holiday season.
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Many thanks to our latest fundraisers!
Many thanks to our friends and supporters who recently held personal fundraisers for anniversaries, birthdays and other important life events to support BCC and the work we do.
Shout-outs this month goes to Harriet, Shirley and Mike! We so appreciate all that you’ve done!
Be recognized! Visit our website here to learn how to host your own fundraiser.
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Please join us on social media where we’ll be sharing updates and photos from our bladder cancer community. These social media sites are a great resource for patients, survivors, and caregivers. |
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