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Lending an ear, with heart: Personalized support at any time in a blood cancer experience
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It may be the first time you've talked about your blood cancer, since your diagnosis, with anyone outside immediate family, or it may be after years of living with cancer... Either way, the LLSC community services lead in your region is ready to listen and support you in…
Personalized support
A tale of 2 Toms: Gift of life by stem cell donation and inspiration to share the story
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When Rod Neander, of western Canada, got to hug the man who saved his life, it was in fact the second young father named Tom in the Manchester area who made a big impact in his blood cancer experience.
Adolescents and Young Adults, Stories
I have a chronic blood cancer
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Cancer isn’t always a one-time event. Some cancers can be closely monitored and treated, but will not completely go away. They can be treated like a chronic illness, much like diabetes or heart disease. The cancer may be controlled or managed with treatment but it may not…
Healthcare management
Our Corporate Partners
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We thank our generous corporate partners for their outstanding commitment and leadership in support of the blood cancer community.
Lymphoplasmacytic Lymphoma (LPL) and Waldenström Macroglobulinemia (WM)
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Lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma (LPL) and its related condition, Waldenström macroglobulinemia (WM), are slow-growing subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Lymphoma
Annual report 2023
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In 2023, the unparalleled generosity of our donors set the stage for a transformative year at the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. You have directly fueled the advancement of medical research, while also significantly enhancing quality of life for those affected by blood…
First Connection Volunteer of the Year
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As we do every year at this time, we highlight one English-speaking volunteer (and one French-speaking volunteer) for outstanding contributions to our First Connection peer support programs.
Events
Quintuple Match Opportunity - The Beer Store
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Help change the blood cancer experience today!
Events
Winnipeg in-person ‘Blood Cancer Connect & Learn’ conference
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More than 72 people impacted by blood cancer came together from across Manitoba to learn more about blood cancer from medical experts, and to connect with each other over brunch at a downtown Winnipeg hotel.
Events
Palliative Care: An extra layer of support in your cancer care
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Palliative care is appropriate for anyone with a serious illness such as blood cancer - regardless of their age, stage of disease, or prognosis. Palliative care is not limited to individuals with non-curative cancer. This type of care focusing on improving your quality of life,…