Our September Newsletter

Supporting Patients and Caregivers: Donations fund crucial resources like our website, support groups, One2One peer support, and educational materials.
Raising Awareness: Our “See Red, See Your Doctor” media campaign raises awareness of the most prominent symptom to improve early detection and diagnosis rates.
Funding Research: Over $3.2 million dollars raised for bladder cancer research since 2012, driving progress in diagnostics, treatment and quality of life.

Your participation in the Walk contributes directly to these impactful initiatives, creating a future where bladder cancer is just a memory.

Boost Your Impact and Win a $250 Travel Voucher from Maritime Travel!

Visit our website for contest details.

Step Out in September!

This September, Step Out for bladder cancer! We are setting a goal to Step Out and move 13,400km this year.

Visit our website to join us!

Why I Walk: Robbie (Robert)

Robbie (Robert) has been volunteering for the Montreal edition of Canada Walks for Bladder Cancer for the past few years. He walks in honour of his father Zutty’s diagnosis. We’re grateful to Robbie for sharing this story of courage and resilience.

Within only the very first few weeks of Zutty's semi-retirement, he noticed a drop of blood in the bowl while urinating. But because he caught it early, BCG treatments alone would ultimately get things under control. Ever since, Robbie and many of Zutty's friends and family have been participating in Canada Walks for Bladder Cancer.

Click here to read Robbie's story.

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Bladder Cancer Canada is recruiting patients and caregivers to provide insights and share their experiences with the following:

If you are interested in learning more about sharing your experience, click the button below to sign up for Patient Studies & Surveys.

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The 2025 Bladder Cancer Canada Research Grant recipients are undertaking projects to improving the understanding and treatment of bladder cancer.

New research led by Dr. Eva Michaud aims to bridge the gap between immune responses in the bladder and sex differences in muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC). Visit our website to learn more about this project.

Research & Studies

Connecting Patients, Caregivers, and Experts in Calgary

Bladder Cancer Canada is pleased to host a free, in-person education event in Calgary on November 12 from 6 to 9 PM, bringing together patients, caregivers, advocates, and healthcare professionals for an evening of connection, education, and support.

Hear presentations from leading experts, take part in meaningful discussions, and explore important topics in bladder cancer care with members of the local community. Our speakers for the evening are Dr. Nimira Alimohamed & Dr. Bimal Bhindi.

Space is limited, so we encourage early registration. If you’re unable to attend in person, you can still register to receive a recording of the event.

Guiding Your Family Through a Cancer Diagnosis: Healthy Conversations and Boundaries

September 30, 2025 - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for a compassionate and informative webinar exploring how to talk with family, children and friends about a cancer diagnosis, and how to set boundaries to protect everyone’s mental and emotional wellbeing. With presentations from Taylor Smith from Gilda’s Club Simcoe Muskoka and Larrissa Lavalley from Nankind, this webinar will offer practical tools and strategies to help guide difficult and create a supportive environment for yourself and your loved ones.

From Surgery to Recovery: Advocating for Yourself Through Bladder Cancer

November 17, 2025 - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Join us for a webinar focused on self-advocacy while navigating bladder cancer. Dr. Justin Lee and Rosemary Hill will share practical tips on communicating effectively with medical teams, recognizing post-surgery red flags, and managing recovery, including guidance on activity levels, hydration, travel, and medication. The session will also offer advice on tracking symptoms, asking the right questions for informed decision-making, and seeking a second opinion.

For all upcoming events, webinars and support group meetings, visit our Event Page.

Catch Up on the Latest BCC Content

Aging, Sex Differences and Bladder Cancer with Dr. Madhuri Koti

Bladder Cancer Recovery: How Physiotherapy Can Help Your Healing Journey with Dr. Ana Maria Rodriguez Leboeuf

Bladder Cancer Grading: What it is, Why it Matters, and How We're Working to Make it Better with Dr. David Berman

Mark your calendars: The Bladder Cancer Canada Volunteer Awards nomination window opens on October 1st!

Every year, we celebrate the efforts of the volunteers whose support has made a substantive and meaningful contribution to our mission. Volunteers are the heart and soul of our success, and we're so thankful to our dedicated group of volunteers who work tirelessly to support BCC's mission.

Have a nominee in mind? Watch this space for updates!

Learn More About the Volunteer Awards

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