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Tom's Myelodysplastic Syndrome Experience
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What started as a normal trip to the cottage ended up leading Tom to take a trip to the hospital- where he was diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome. Tom shares his blood cancer experience and how learning about his diagnosis, staying positive, and staying active are what…
Myelodysplastic syndromes
Blood Cancer Quality of Life Grant
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Canadian researchers are invited to submit proposals to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada’s Blood Cancer Quality of Life Grant Competition.
Ali Miri
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Ali's commitment to excellence and innovation is evident throughout his career, and he is excited to bring this passion to his role with Light The Night. Through his volunteer leadership, he is making a meaningful impact in the fight against blood cancers, an issue that is…
Patricia Deol
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Patty is a Partner at Koskie Glavin Gordon, where she brings extensive experience representing unions and other clients in all areas of labour law and professional regulatory defense before various courts and tribunals, including the B.C. Labour Relations Board, Supreme Court…
Todd Hamilton
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Todd is honored to volunteer his time as Co-Chair of the LLSC's Light the Night campaign to bring light, love, and hope to those affected by blood and to raise life saving funds that will support cancer research in the National Capital region.
Angela Splinter
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As CEO, Angela leads talent management best. Angela mandate centers on providing industry-leading insights, services, and resources as well as administering the investments that are critical to this pivotal sector of Canada’s economy.
Catherine Côté
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This is Catherine’s first time taking on a leadership role within a fundraising campaign, and she is excited for the adventure ahead. Both her parents were diagnosed with cancers in 2020 and 2021, a year into their respective retirements.
Michael Hendricks
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My name is Michael Hendricks. I am 52 years old and a blood cancer survivor. I am grateful for everything I’ve experienced over the past eighteen months and I am very hopeful for everything that is yet to come. While my diagnosis impacted me in ways I never thought possible, I…
Anna Dabrowski
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It’s been almost 20 years since I was diagnosed and it took me the better half of those years to heal and build strong foundations. Above all else, I am filled with gratitude for this second chance at life, and I do not take it for granted.
Paula Hall
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"I spent two years in terrible pain, knowing it was not normal but not wanting to challenge the health care system to find an answer. That hesitancy almost cost me my life and my child his mother. I made a promise to myself that I will watch my son graduate from high school…