Helpful Resources and Websites
Charitable Cancer Support Organizations
WELLSPRING (Toronto, Oakville, Brampton, London, Niagara)
Wellspring programs are available across Canada online, and through locations in Ontario and Alberta, all at no charge, and without referral.
GILDA’S CLUB (Toronto)
Gilda believed everyone navigating cancer should have access to comprehensive psychosocial cancer support through therapeutic programs delivered by mental health professionals. Because it’s not just about getting through cancer – it’s about living, while living with cancer.
HOPESPRING (Waterloo Region)
HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre is a non-profit organization committed to providing support and resources to all individuals affected by cancer.
HEARTH PLACE (Durham Region)
We empower a community of compassionate support, knowledge, and hope for anyone impacted by cancer. Here you will find support whether dealing with the news of a cancer diagnosis, supporting a loved one through cancer treatment, or grieving the loss of a loved one to cancer.
Free group and peer support in the Hamilton area.
CANCER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (Hamilton and area)
Not for profit providing assistance with practical supports such as equipment, transportation and wigs.
Resources for Young Adults and Families
Rethink educates, empowers and advocates for people who are affected by breast cancer through boldfaced campaigns, content, programs and resources.
YACC (Young Adult Cancer Canada)
From private web chats to local meet-ups to four-day conferences, YACC’s got your back.
We aspire to ensure every young Canadian diagnosed with cancer will have the opportunity and means to have a child.
Childcare for moms with cancer.
Financial Resources
MONEY MATTERS: Income Replacement Programs and Financial Resources
The Money Matters video series is comprised of short videos that describe the income replacement programs and other financial resources that may be available to you if you need to take time off of work due to your illness and treatment.
Offering financial assistance to breast cancer patients.
After Breast Cancer (ABC) Program
Support with prosthetic costs and fitting, as well as mastectomy supplies.
Bereavement Resources
WHATS YOUR GRIEF?
Grief articles, courses, creativity, sharing, community & more.
The Canadian Virtual Hospice provides support and personalized information about advanced illness, palliative care, loss and grief, to people living with illness, family members, people working in healthcare, educators, and researchers.
BFO offers peer-based support at no cost to those in need.
Child and Family Resources
THE DOUGY CENTER FOR GRIEVING CHILDREN & FAMILIES
The Right Place When Nothing Feels Right. At Dougy Center, you will find support, resources, and connection before and after a death
LIGHTHOUSE FOR GRIEVING CHILDREN
Lighthouse offers free support through grief, loss, and change. Here you will find support, resources, and connections for each family member.
Nutritional Guidance
First Nations & Indigenous Populations
Cancer Care Ontario Recommended Resources for First Nations, Inuit, Métis & Urban Indigenous Peoples
This page lists cancer resources to support First Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous communities and organizations in Ontario. Find tools, reports and publications, service information, and other resources related to First Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous cancer care and control.
INDIGENOUS NAVIGATOR PROGRAM CCO
Indigenous Navigators provide support and advocacy for First Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous patients and families by: facilitating and coordinating access to cancer services for palliative and supportive care addressing cultural and spiritual needs networking with Indigenous and non-Indigenous partners to make the cancer journey a culturally safe experience Patients, families and healthcare providers are welcome to call navigators directly.
LGBTQ Communities
Information specific to the experience of LGBTQ populations affected by cancer, compiled by the Canadian Cancer Survivor Network
PRINCESS MARGARET SEXUALITY & GENDER DIVERSITY RESOURCES
A pamphlet exploring community resources.