Summary of Kidney Cancer Highlights from ASCO 2025
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting was held from 30 May to 3 June 2025, in Chicago, USA. The presentations are available to view on the ASCO website. Some affiliates of the International Kidney Cancer...
GO GREEN CANADA
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="28005" img_size="full" css=""][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="28007" img_size="full" css=""][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Light up your home green for World Kidney Cancer Day and share your photos with us. We’ll feature them on our social media channels and invite our community to vote for their favorite by hitting "like."...
In-person Coffee-Chat – Ottawa, Ont.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Hey Ottawa! We are coming your way! We’re excited to be in Ottawa for the Canadian Urological Association Annual Meeting and would love to connect with patients and caregivers in the area. Join us for an in-person Coffee Chat—a chance to meet, share experiences, and...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Jun. 18
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, June 18 at 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | June 18, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | June 18, 3 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space...
World Kidney Cancer Day 2025
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="3/5"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""]The International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) conducts Global Patient and Caregivers Surveys to inform advocacy efforts to reduce the global burden of kidney cancer. The 2025 survey highlighted a key issue: many patients and caregivers are not sure of the best way to...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients | May 27
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] This month we are holding two Coffee-Chats, one for patients and another one for caregivers. The details below are for the PATIENT Coffee-chat LINKS TO PATIENT COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | May 27, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | May 27, 7 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and...
Online Coffee-Chat for Caregivers | May 21
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] This month we are holding two Coffee-Chats, one for patients and another one for caregivers. The details below are for the CAREGIVER Coffee-chat LINKS TO CAREGIVER COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | May 21, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | May 21, 3 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients...
Premiere of Empower: Transforming the Cancer Journey, Documentary
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""] We warmly invite you to join us for the premiere screening of Empower — a moving new documentary that captures the extraordinary impact of a simple yet revolutionary idea: that small, evidence-based daily actions can transform lives. Created by Dr. Rob Rutledge, Radiation Oncologist, Associate...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Apr. 23
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Thursday, April, 23 at 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | April 23, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | April 23, 3 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space...
Patient story and Kidney Cancer Canada featured on City TV News
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text css=""]In recognition of Kidney Awareness Month, a kidney cancer patient story and Kidney Cancer Canada were featured on Toronto's City TV News channel on March 14 at 5:25 pm. Thank you to Jen Mulrine, producer at CityNews Toronto for this fantastic opportunity to raise...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Highlights from ASCO GU 2025
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary Cancers (ASCO GU) Symposium was held from 13-15 February 2025, in San Francisco, California, USA. The presentations are available to view on the ASCO website. Some affiliates of the International Kidney...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Mar. 20
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Thursday, March 20 at 3 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | March 20, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | March 20, 7 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space...
Cancer Patient Empowerment Program (CancerPEP) – Registration is now open
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=""] Designed by an Oncologist and Psychology Professor, Drs. Rob Rutledge and Gabriela Ilie, the Cancer Patient Empowerment Program (CancerPEP) is a 6 month at home program specially designed to support those living with cancer to improve their overall health and wellbeing. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_column_text css=""]The objective...
Pet Scans 101: A Guide for Patients & Families
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""]What is a PET scan, and why is it so crucial in detecting and understanding cancer? Join the Canadian Cancer Survivor Network for this informative webinar from Dr. Christopher O’Brien, a physician and leader in the nuclear medicine community, where he’ll break down the basics...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Feb. 25
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Tuesday, February 25, 7 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | Feburary 25, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | February 25, 3 pm EST Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space to...
Introducing oncology pharmacies | RECORDING NOW ONLINE
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""]Navigating access to take-home drugs for kidney cancer is not easy. If we don't have access to an oncology pharmacy through our cancer centre or drug access navigator the process can be very complex and stressful to the patient and their caregiver. Oncology pharmacies bridge...
Online information session by HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""] Understanding Kidney Cancer: Insights from Kidney Cancer Canada Guest speaker: Christine Collins, Executive Director HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre is proud to present a special speaker series in collaboration with Kidney Cancer Canada, a national charitable organization dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by kidney...
New resource for metastatic kidney cancer patients
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Navigating Systemic Therapy Option in Advanced Kidney Cancer is a new resource for patients with metastatic kidney cancer. There are many factors that can determine your systemic treatment path: the stage and type of cancer you have, where you live, your health insurance or other coverage,...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Jan. 22
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, January 22, 3 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | January 22, 3 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | January 22, 7 pm EST Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space to...
Government of Canada announces extension of 2024 charitable donations to February 28, 2025
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Kidney Cancer Canada is grateful to all those that have already donated to our year-end campaign. Your support will have great impact on programs and services that we can provide to the kidney cancer community. . On December 30, 2024, the Government of Canada announced its...
A word from our Board Chair
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Dear Kidney Cancer Canada Community, As we approach the end of another year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the progress we’ve made together in 2024. This has been a transformative year for Kidney Cancer Canada, marked by a busy period of...
Help transform cancer care – Survey for patients & caregivers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Your Voice Matters! Share your experience with subcutaneous (SQ) administration. Even if you have not received SQ we urge you to fill out this survey. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="take the survey here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DCHMWB7" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Many...
2024 – Happy Holidays!
Dear Kidney Cancer Canada Community, This Holiday Season, we want to thank YOU—the kidney cancer patients, caregivers, survivors, and family members. You are the driving force behind Kidney Cancer Canada. You help us prioritize our efforts, and we hope our programs and services provide the support...
2024 National Patient & Caregiver Forum | Recording now online
Whether you missed our National Patient & Caregiver Forum or would like to revisit certain topics again, you can now watch the full day of information online on our website. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="view recording here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/2024-national-patient-caregiver-forum/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color=""...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Dec. 18
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, December 18 at 7 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | December 18, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | December 18, 3 pm EST Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space...
Giving Tuesday 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]For Giving Tuesday, Board members share heartfelt messages about why they are committed to Kidney Cancer Canada and encouraging our community to join us in our mission. Together for our kidney cancer community. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="please donate" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E344126QE&id=39" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color=""...
AHG Hockey Fights Cancer | 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] The Arsenault Hockey Group (AHG) has supported Kidney Cancer Canada for many years with Pink in the Rink events to raise money for cancer-related charities. They are continuing their efforts by joining the broader hockey community in using the colour purple as a common...
Ed’s Story on Patient Voice
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Board member Ed Faddies shared with Patient Voice about coping with the fear and confusion that can come hand-in-hand with a kidney cancer diagnosis. Patient Voice is a platform where tales of adversity, resilience, and empathy take center stage, reflecting real stakes across the spectrum...
Belzutifan (Welireg) patients we need your help
Kidney Cancer Canada is developing a submission for the Canada's Drug Agency for the new treatment belzutifan for patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC). This is good news as patients require new therapies that improve outcomes and address currently unmet treatment needs. We are seeking insights...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Nov. 20
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, November 20 at 3 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | November 20, 3 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | November 20, 7 pm EST Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space...
And the Award of Excellence in Kidney Cancer goes to…
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="26056" img_size="full" css=""][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The Award of Excellence in Kidney Cancer Nursing presented at the Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology is sponsored by Kidney Cancer Canada in honour of Tony Clark. It recognizes the outstanding work of an individual or group of oncology...
In-person Coffee-Chat – St. John’s, N.L.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] St. John's we are coming your way! Kidney Cancer Canada will be in St. John's, N.L. for the 2024 Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology's Annual Conference to connect with kidney cancer oncology nurses from across the country. We would love to meet with our kidney cancer...
National Patient & Caregiver Forum | 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] We are thrilled to welcome you once again to our National Patient & Caregiver Forum, Sunday, November 24 at 11 am EST. Our annual forum brings together patients, caregivers, clinicians and researchers to share information. The Forum’s virtual format, allows us to reach our entire...
2024 Global Patient Survey on Kidney Cancer and Growths
Kidney Cancer Canada and the International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) have launched the 2024 Global Patient Survey on Kidney Cancer and Growths. It is open to anyone who has been diagnosed or is/has been a caregiver. We are encouraging people in our community to complete...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Highlights from ESMO 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress was held from 13-17 September 2024, in Barcelona, Spain. The presentations are available to read on the ESMO website. Some affiliates of the International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) went to...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Oct. 16
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, October 16 at 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | October 16, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | October 16, 3 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space...
Anil Kapoor Kidney Cancer Research Grant open for applications | 2024-2025
The Anil Kapoor Kidney Cancer Research Grant is now open for new project proposals. The competition is for 1 grant of $100,000. Deadline for applications: December 2, 2025 [mkd_button size="" type="" text="details here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/for-medical-professionals/research-grants-and-awards/kcrnc-kcc-cuasf-research-grant/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] ...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Sept. 25
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, September 25 at 3 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | September 25, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | September 25, 7 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space...
Move to Beat Cancer | 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] SEPTEMBER 20-22 The MOVE TO BEAT CANCER is an event that brings people and their communities together virtually in a dynamic, social, and festive way to create awareness about kidney cancer and to raise money for patient programs and research. [mkd_button size="large" type="" text="MOVETOBEATCANCER.ORG" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome"...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Aug. 13
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us on World Kidney Cancer Day for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Tuesday, August 13 at 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | August 13, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | August 13, 3 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and...
Webinar: Genetics & Genomics – SUMMARY
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]The study of genetics and genomics in kidney cancer has begun to revolutionize how this disease is diagnosed and managed. Raymond Kim, MD, PhD, a Medical Geneticist and Medical Director of Cancer Early Detection and the Bhalwani Familial Cancer Clinic at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Jul. 20
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Join us on World Kidney Cancer Day for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Tuesday, July 23 at 3 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | July 23, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | July 23, 7 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Highlights from ASCO 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting was held from 1-5 June 2024, in Chicago, USA. The presentations are available to view on the ASCO website. Some affiliates of the International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) went...
World Kidney Cancer Day 2024
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""] When it comes to improved patient experience – listening can make all the difference. On this World Kidney Cancer Day we want to help patients and healthcare professionals to have better conversations to ensure the best information is available for patients from diagnosis...
In-person Coffee-Chat – Victoria, B.C.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Victoria we are coming your way! Kidney Cancer Canada will be in Victoria, B.C. for the 2024 Canadian Urological Association's Annual Meeting to connect with kidney cancer specialists from across the country. We would love to meet with our kidney cancer community for an in-person coffee chat....
World Kidney Cancer Day Highlights
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] "We need to listen" World Kidney Cancer Day Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat Landmarks and buildings lit in green for World Kidney Cancer Day Proclamations [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="60px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="25137" img_size="full" css=""][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Join us on World Kidney Cancer Day for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Thursday, June 20...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Jun. 20
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us on World Kidney Cancer Day for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Thursday, June 20 at 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | June 20, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | June 20, 3 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers...
Award of Excellence in Kidney Cancer Nursing
Join Kidney Cancer Canada and the Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology (CANO/ACIO) in celebrating excellence in kidney cancer nursing. The Award of Excellence in Kidney Cancer Nursing is sponsored by Kidney Cancer Canada in honour of its co-founder Tony Clark. It recognizes the outstanding work...
New partnership with CATALIS QUÉBEC
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The partners and stakeholders involved in clinical research in Quebec are coming together as part of a large-scale collective project to ensure Quebec is recognized as a global hub for clinical trials [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="25187" img_size="full" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css="" link="https://www.catalisquebec.com/en/"][vc_column_text]Kidney Cancer Canada joins more than 30...
Webinar from the Canadian VHL Alliance
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join the Canadian VHL Alliance on May 30th 12:00noon- 3:00pm EST for an important, free virtual education session, VHL Day! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Several physicians and genetic counselors will be presenting on Belzutifan, endocrine tumors and family planning basics. There will be time to chat and meet as a...
Supporting Canadian Caregivers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] To celebrate Caregivers Month, Kidney Cancer Canada has been generously sponsored by Mediaplanet in a digital Health Insight article in a special section on "Supporting Canadian Caregivers". [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="3/6"][vc_single_image image="25098" img_size="full" onclick="custom_link" css="" link="https://www.healthinsight.ca/advocacy/supporting-canadian-caregivers-2024/kidney-cancer-canada-were-here-to-help-caregivers-too/"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/6"][vc_column_text] Many thanks to our board member and volunteer extraordinaire, Karen Ross, a...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients | May 21
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This month we are holding two Coffee-Chats, one for patients and another one for caregivers. The details below are for the PATIENT Coffee-chat LINKS TO PATIENT COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | May 21, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | May 21, 3 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers...
Online Coffee-Chat for Caregivers | May 16
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This month we are holding two Coffee-Chats, one for patients and another one for caregivers. The details below are for the CAREGIVER Coffee-chat LINKS TO CAREGIVER COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | May 16, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | May 16, 3 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and...
Kidney cancer animated series
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) in the United States launched an educational, patient-friendly animated video series on kidney cancer in English French, Spanish, Korean, Swedish, Italian, Polish, Hausa (Nigerian), Japanese, and Mandarin to support patient affiliates of the International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC). The videos were...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Apr. 25
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Thursday, April 25 at 3 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | April 25, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | April 25, 7 pm EDT Our monthly Coffee-Chats bring together patients and caregivers in a safe space to...
New Resource: Seasonal Recipe Booklets
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][mkd_blockquote text="“Eating well is part of our treatment; cooking should be a prescription” - patient"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]In 2021, A.R.Tu.R., the kidney cancer patient association in France, Magali Pons, Senior Dietitian at Gustave-Roussy, UniLaSalle and Ipsen collaborated to publish a series of recipe booklets celebrating seasonal ingredients and...
Today is National Caregiver Day!
We often talk about the cancer patient’s journey but not about the caregiver’s journey and its challenges. We want to recognize you, the caregiver, for your knowledge, time and effort in improving your loved one’s quality of life and outcome. We thank you for your dedication to...
Webinar: Genetics & Genomics – RECORDING NOW ONLINE
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Genetics and genomics, two words we hear together more and more. They seem to be used interchangeably but are there any differences? After an introduction on this subject at our Patient & Caregiver National Forum last year, we are thrilled that Dr. Raymond Kim, medical...
Kidney Awareness Month & World Kidney Day
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="24579" img_size="full"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/3"][vc_column_text] World Kidney Day is a global campaign that aims to raise awareness of the importance of our kidneys to our overall health. One of the main concerns for patients is how to keep their kidney(s) as healthy as possible. There are general...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Mar. 21
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Thursday, March 21 at 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | March 21, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | March 21, 3 pm EDT March is Kidney Awareness Month and what better way to celebrate this special...
Kidney cancer research grant winners – 2023
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] We are proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Warren Y. Soper Charitable Trust and The Anil Kapoor Kidney Cancer Research Grant. Warren Y. Soper Charitable Trust The Anil Kapoor Kidney Cancer Research Grant [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="40px"][vc_single_image image="20939" img_size="full"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="26184" img_size="full" alignment="center" css=""][vc_column_text] Dr. Luke Lavallée Ontario [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column...
Overview of highlights from ASCO GU 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Excellent summaries highlighting the latest information on genitourinary cancers presented at the ASCO GU Symposium in January. Here is an overview of the kidney cancer highlights cancer explained by trusted sources. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="60px"][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="24380" img_size="full" onclick="custom_link" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news/summary-of-kidney-cancer-highlights-from-asco-gu-2024/"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/3"][vc_column_text]The International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) attended the...
New podcast : The View on GU | with Lalani & Wallis
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The View on GU | with Lalani & Wallis is a new podcast with Dr. Aly-Khan Lalani and Dr. Christopher Wallis discussing the ever-changing landscape of genitourinary cancers. Filmed live at the 2024 ASCO-GU Symposium, this episode features a discussion on kidney cancer, the survival...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Feb. 20
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Tuesday, Feburary 20 at 3 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | February 20, 3 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | February 20, 7 pm EST Are you newly diagnosed? Has your surgery been delayed? Do you need to...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Highlights from ASCO GU 2024
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary Cancers (ASCO GU) Symposium was held from 25-27 January 2024, in San Francisco, California, USA. The presentations are available to view on the ASCO website. Some affiliates of the International Kidney Cancer...
New systemic therapy discussion guide
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A diagnosis of advanced kidney cancer can feel overwhelming - knowing what questions to ask can help. We are launching our free discussion guide 'Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Systemic Therapy' which offers great information and can help support you in conversations with your doctor...
3 more days to receive your 2023 charitable tax receipt
We, at Kidney Cancer Canada strive to improve the lives of those affected by kidney cancer by supporting our patients with a genuine dedication to access the best care. It’s true that hope and belief has its role when dealing with illness, but our pillars: support,...
Happy Holidays to all!
We at Kidney Cancer Canada are dedicated to our mission of supporting patients and caregivers. We work for you and with you. You make our work meaningful, and we do our best to provide support, guidance, and education in everything we do. This year calls and...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Jan. 17
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our next Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, January 17 at 7 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | January 17, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | January 17, 3 pm EST We are looking forward to our first coffee-chat of the new year! For...
2023 Patient & Caregiver National Forum | Recording now online
Whether you missed our Patient & Caregiver National Forum or would like to revisit certain topics again, you can now watch the full day of information online on our website. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="view recording here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/2023-patient-caregiver-national-forum/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color=""...
Global Heroes Magazine
Kidney Cancer Canada is featured with an awareness article about kidney cancer in the Global Heroes publication. Lookout for the published copies on newsstands: Dec. 7 - Toronto Star Dec. 8 - The Globe and Mail Dec. 15 - National Post [mkd_button size="" type="" text="read article...
2023 Holiday Campaign
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][mkd_button size="medium" type="" text="please donate here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E344126QE&id=42" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] As the snow begins to fall, we start to consider meaningful gifts we will be giving this holiday season and Kidney Cancer Canada would love for...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Dec. 13
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, December 13, at 3 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | December 13, 3 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | December 13, 7 pm EST It's the holiday season! Let's take the time to chat before the New...
New decision aid for patients considering adjuvant therapy
Adjuvant therapy is now available as a treatment option in most provinces for patients with localized kidney cancer who have an intermediate to high risk of recurrence. Deciding whether adjuvant therapy is right for you is not easy. To help patients make an informed decision...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Highlights | ESMO 2023
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress was held from 20-24 October 2023, in Madrid, Spain. The presentations are available to read on the ESMO website. Some affiliates of the International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) went to the...
2022 Global Patient Survey on Kidney Cancer | Results
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) in partnership with patient organisations around the world ran the 2022 Global Patient Survey from September to November. All patients, caregivers and survivors were encouraged to share their experiences and insights living with kidney cancer in the online survey. The...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Nov. 22
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, November 22, at 7 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | November 22, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | November 22, 3 pm EST Our coffee-chats bring together a wonderful group of patients and caregivers with great...
Adjuvant Therapy Information Session | Recording now online
The in-person information session held on October 16 in Hamilton is now online. The session focuses on learning about adjuvant therapy with leading kidney cancer specialists, Dr. Rahul Bansal, Uro-Oncolgist and Dr. Aly-Khan Lalani, Medical Oncologist. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="view recording here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/adjuvant-therapy/" target="_self" color="" hover_color=""...
Stronger support through our partnership with the Quebec Cancer Foundation
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] To strengthen our support for people affected by cancer, we are partnering with the Quebec Cancer Foundation. In recent years, considerable progress has been made in reducing cancer incidence and mortality. These advances have enriched our knowledge of the origins of cancer, how it develops and...
Patient & Caregiver National Forum – 2023
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Each year our annual Forum brings together patients, caregivers, clinicians, and researchers to share information. We are holding our Patient & Caregiver National Forum virtually, to include all our kidney cancer community across Canada. We are excited to share with you the program as it develops...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Oct. 25
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, October 25 at 3 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | October 25, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | October 25, 7 pm EDT Join us and connect with the kidney cancer patients and caregivers within our...
Updates to the clinical trials list
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]FOR PATIENTS THAT HAVE NOT HAD ANY PREVIOUS DRUG TREATMENT A Study of INCB 99280 in Combination with Ipilimumab for Patients with Advanced Kidney Cancer [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] A Study of MDNA11 Alone or in Combination with Pembrolizumab in Patients with Advanced Kidney Cancer [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]FOR PATIENT WHO HAVE HAD...
In-person information session in Hamilton, Ontario
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="register here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/upcoming-events/registration-form/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Kidney Cancer Canada is hosting at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton an in-person kidney cancer information session in Hamilton, Ontario. This information session will focus on learning about adjuvant...
Patient survey on Paxlovid(R) COVID-19 treatment.
We’re seeking the voices of people who have been diagnosed with COVID-19! Your invaluable feedback can help influence decision makers and drive better outcomes. If you’re an adult who has had a positive COVID-19 or SARS-CoV-2 test result, we want to hear from you! Whether you've...
Research grant open for applications
The Anil Kapoor Kidney Cancer Research Grant is now open for new project proposals. The competition is for 1 grant of $100,000. Deadline for applications: 30 November 2023 [mkd_button size="" type="" text="details here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/for-medical-professionals/research-grants-and-awards/kcrnc-kcc-cuasf-research-grant/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] ...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Sep. 20
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, September 20 at 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | September 20, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | September 20, 3 pm EDT We have enjoyed connecting with you during the busy summer season and look...
The Grand Défoulement Walk – Join our team
Kidney Cancer Canada will be participating in the Fondation québécoise du cancer's La marche du grand défoulement on Saturday, September 9 in Montreal at Frédérick-Back Park (2345 rue Jarry E, Montreal - 9:30 a.m. to noon). We will participate in the walk and present the services...
Research Survey: McMaster University Health Sciences
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] McMaster University Health Sciences is asking kidney cancer patients to consider completing an online research survey about treatment options. The purpose of the survey is to explore participants’ values about 4 possible treatment options for early stage kidney cancer. Early stage kidney cancer can be treated with...
Combination therapy: Lenvatinib+Pembrolizumab
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The provinces of Alberta and Quebec have added pembrolizumab in combination with lenvatinib to their drug formularies for the first-line treatment of adult patients with advanced or metastatic renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Eligible patients should be previously untreated in the metastatic setting and have a...
Move to Beat Cancer | 2023
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] SEPTEMBER 22-24 The MOVE TO BEAT CANCER is an event that brings people and their communities together virtually in a dynamic, social, and festive way to create awareness about kidney cancer and to raise money for patient programs and research. [mkd_button size="huge" type="" text="movetobeatcancer.org" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon=""...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Aug 23
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, August 23 at 3 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | August 23, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | August 23, 7 pm EDT Are you newly diagnosed? Are you at a crossroads and need to decide...
2023 Update – Management of cystic renal lesions
The current guideline summarizes the state-of-the-art knowledge on the management of cystic renal lesions by updating the 2017 Canadian Urological Association (CUA) guideline on the topic. [mkd_button size="large" type="" text="Guideline on this link" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.cua.org/system/files/Guideline-Files/CUA_guideline_on_the_management_of_cystic_renal_lesions.pdf" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight=""...
EXCEL – EXercise for Cancer to Enhance Living well
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This is not Kidney Cancer Canada’s program but may be of interest to you. Please contact the program lead directly.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] What is Excel? FREE exercise for rural and remote cancer survivors Are you interested in a FREE, SAFE, and EFFECTIVE exercise research program hat you can join from...
A research study for caregivers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This is not Kidney Cancer Canada's program but may be of interest to you. Please contact the program lead directly. Managing your fear of cancer recurrence: A research study for Canadian family caregivers Research conducted by Dr. Sophie Lebl and Dr. Rinat Nissim Who can participate? Canadian women (18...
Honorary Membership for Dr. Lori Wood
The CUA Honorary Membership is an honour granted to a physician who is renowned for their contributions to the practice of urology and who has a relationship with the Canadian Urological Association (CUA). Congratulations Dr. Lori Wood! ...
Name change for the Kidney Cancer Canada – CUASF – KCRNC Research Grant
On June 23, 2023 at the CUA Annual Meeting in Montreal, Dr. Armen Aprikian announced the renaming of the Kidney Cancer Canada - CUASF - KCRNC Research Grant as The Anil Kapoor Kidney Cancer Research Grant in memory of Dr. Kapoor's leadership and support of...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | July 12
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Wednesday, July 12 at 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | July 12, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | July 12, 3 pm EDT The summer breeze is blowing and we look forward to connecting with our...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Highlights from ASCO 2023
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting was held from 2-6 June 2023, in Chicago, USA. The presentations are available to view on the ASCO website. Some affiliates of the International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) went to...
Recording now online
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]The recording of the webinar Anxiety and a Cancer Diagnosis with Dr. Rob Rutledge is now online. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="View recording here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/anxiety-and-a-kidney-cancer-diagnosis/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""][/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]...
Proclamation: June 15, 2023 as World Kidney Cancer Day in cities of the Atlantic provinces
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Mayors Kate Rogers, Fredericton, NB, Donna Noade Reardon, Saint John, NB, Mike Savage, Halifax, NS and Danny Breen, St. John’s, NL proclaim Thursday, June 15, 2023 as World Kidney Cancer Day in their city. Kidney Cancer Canada and its community of patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals...
World Kidney Cancer Day Activities | 2023
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] June 1 - Webinar: Anxiety and a cancer diagnosis June 13 - Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat June 15 - World Kidney Cancer Day Patient & Caregiver Symposium City landmarks light up in green for World Kidney Cancer Day [mkd_separator class_name="" type="full-width" position="center" color="#67ccf2 " border_style="solid"...
Dr. Antonio Finelli at the helm of KCRNC
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Dr. Antonio Finelli appointed as chairperson of Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada We are pleased to share that following a national search, Dr. Antonio (Tony) Finelli has been appointed to the position of Chairperson, Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada. Congratulations Dr. Finelli! We look forward to...
2023 Consensus Statement – Adjuvant therapy for renal cell carcinoma
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]“Eligible patients should be informed about adjuvant ICI therapy and offered referral to medical oncology to discuss the benefits and risks in a shared decision-making approach.” Several recent randomized trials evaluated the impact of adjuvant immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI)-based therapy on post surgical outcomes in renal cell carcinoma (RCC), with disparate results....
Webinar: ASCO-GU Highlights | RECORDING NOW ONLINE
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary Cancers (ASCO-GU) Symposium was held in San Francisco, CA from February 16-18. Dr. Rodney Breau, Uro-Oncologist and Dr. Neil Reaume, Medical Oncologist from The Ottawa Hospital will summarized the latest developments in the treatment of kidney cancer. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="View...
World Kidney Cancer Day | June 15
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="15px"][vc_single_image image="22839" img_size="600x109" onclick="custom_link" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news/world-kidney-cancer-day-activities-2023/"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] One challenge kidney cancer patients face is maintaining quality of life. World Kidney Cancer Day 2023 shares experiences and tips from patients and carers around the world that help support physical and mental wellbeing. Whatever your age, whatever your stage,...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | May 18
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat on Thursday, May 18 at 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | May 18, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | May 18, 3 pm EDT Our Coffee Chats are an opportunity to share how you are feeling and...
Study for patients not on active treatment
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education of the University of Toronto is conducting a study exploring sitting and active time in cancer survivors. Researchers are trying to learn more about the amount of time cancer survivors spend sitting and being active, and how it relates...
Insightful webinar on shared decision making
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_column_text]The Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP) held an excellent webinar on the patient role in healthcare decision making. Deb Maskens and Dr. Kylea Potvin talk about on how to get more involved in decisions about your cancer care or the care of a loved...
Find us in the April issue of Maclean’s
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In early March we announced that Kidney Cancer Canada would be featured in the April issue of Maclean's magazine for its Advancements in Cancer Care campaign. The April issue of Maclean's is now on newsstands everywhere. You can also read it online by clicking on the...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients | April 19
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our upcoming PATIENT Coffee-Chat, Wednesday, April 19, 3 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | April 19, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | April 19, 7 pm EDT We are pleased to welcome you once again to our monthly coffee chat, this month for patients...
Online Coffee-Chat for Caregivers | April 4
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us for our upcoming CAREGIVER Coffee-Chat, Tuesday, April 4, 3 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | April 4, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | April 4, 7 pm EDT Tuesday, April 4 is National Caregiver Day. We want to celebrate you and everything you do. Take a...
Kidney Cancer Canada featured in Maclean’s & Health Insight
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kidney Cancer Canada will be featured in the April issue of Maclean's magazine and online at Health Insight in March for its Advancements in Cancer Care campaign. We are delighted to be featured in the March issue for Kidney Awareness Month. Click on the image below to view...
Dr. Anil Kapoor – You will be missed
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kidney Cancer Canada shares with great sadness the passing of Dr. Anil Kapoor, a dedicated kidney cancer specialist, surgeon, researcher, professor, and Kidney Cancer Canada Board Vice Chair. His passing will be deeply felt by Kidney Cancer Canada, the Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada...
World Kidney Day – March 9
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] World Kidney Day is a global campaign that aims to raise awareness of the importance of our kidneys to our overall health. One of the main concerns for patients is how to keep their kidney(s) as healthy as possible. There are general guidelines for maintaining kidney...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | March 16
Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Thursday, March 16 at 7 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | March 16, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | March 9, 3 pm EST March 9 is World Kidney Day and what better way to celebrate this special...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Highlights from ASCO GU 2023
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary Cancers (ASCO GU) Symposium was held from 16-18 February 2023, in San Francisco, CA, USA. The presentations are available to view on the ASCO website. Some affiliates of the International Kidney Cancer...
Additions to the clinical trials list
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]FOR PATIENTS THAT HAVE NOT HAD ANY PREVIOUS DRUG TREATMENT A Study of Belzutifan + Pembrolizumab versus Pembrolizumab Alone for Patients with Advanced Kidney Cancer [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] A Study of Belzutifan + Lenvatinib + Pembrolizumab versus Lenvatinib + Pembrolizumab for Patients with Advanced Kidney Cancer [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]FOR PATIENT WHO HAVE...
Calling all Ontario patients and caregivers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Participate in an Interview on Kidney Cancer and Robotic Surgery [mkd_icon icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="circle" size="" custom_size="12" type="square" border_radius="" shape_size="" icon_color="#93bd46" border_color="" border_width="" background_color="" hover_icon_color="" hover_border_color="" hover_background_color="" margin="" icon_animation="" icon_animation_delay="" link="" anchor_icon="" target="_self"]What is the opportunity? Ontario Health is currently reviewing robot-assisted nephrectomy (surgical removal of part or all...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Feb 16
Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Thursday, February 16 at 3 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | February 16, 3 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | Februry 16, 7 pm EST Are you newly diagnosed? Has your surgery been delayed? Do you need to decide...
Clinical Trial Basics
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This information booklet was developed by the International Kidney Cancer Coalition and written by a collaborative team of patients, patient advocates and medical professionals who have supported thousands of kidney cancer patients worldwide. The objective is to help guide kidney cancer patients through their conversations...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Jan 25
Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Wednesday, January 25 at 7 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | January 25, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | January, 25, 3 pm EST We look forward to our first coffee-chat of the new year! For those who...
Happy Holidays!
This Holiday Season, we want to thank YOU, the kidney cancer patient, caregiver, survivor, and family member, as you are the driving force of Kidney Cancer Canada. You help us prioritize our efforts and we hope that we have provided the programs and services you need...
Annual Patient & Caregiver Virtual National Forum – 2022 | VIDEOS NOW ONLINE
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][mkd_button size="large" type="" hover_type="" target="_blank" icon_pack="" font_weight="" text="VIEW VIDEOS HERE" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/2022-national-patient-caregiver-annual-forum/"][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Each year our annual forum brings together patients, caregivers, clinicians, and researchers to share information. Initially, our National Forums were held in-person, in a different province every year. For the past two years, due...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Dec 14
Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Wednesday, December 14 LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | December 14, 3 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | December 14, 7 pm EST It’s the Holiday Season! Let’s take the time to chat before the new year and wish each other...
Annual Fundraising Campaign | 2022
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][mkd_button size="" type="" hover_type="" target="_blank" icon_pack="" font_weight="" text="PLEASE DONATE HERE" link="https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E344126QE&id=42"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]At Kidney Cancer Canada our purpose is to improve the lives of those affected by kidney cancer across Canada by advocating for access to new treatments, promoting research and providing support, information, and education. It’s that...
Pink in the Rink is back!
Thursday, November 17, 2022 | 7:30 pm 12087 Bramalea Road Caledon , Ontario, L7C 2P9 The Pink in the Rink game returns in support of Kidney Cancer Canada, as they host the Mississauga Chargers Junior A. There will be a bake sale, raffle prizes, along with various vendor...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Nov 24
Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Thursday, November 24 LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | November 24, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | November 24, 3 pm EST Our coffee-chats bring together a wonderful group of patients and caregivers with great empathy. They are here to...
Two new studies added to the list of clinical trials
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Trial ID : NCT05043090 Kidney Cancer Type: Papillary A study of combination durvalamab + savolitinib versus sunitinib or durvalamab alone in patients with papillary kidney cancer[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][mkd_button size="" type="" hover_type="" target="_self" icon_pack="" font_weight="" text="view trial page" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/trial/a-study-of-combination-durvalamab-savolitinib-versus-sunitinib-or-durvalamab-alone-in-patients-with-papillary-kidney-cancer/"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Basic Eligibility: Papillary kidney cancer Advanced kidney cancer that cannot be removed by surgery ...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Oct 20
Join us for our upcoming Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Thursday, October 20 LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | October 20, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | October 20, 7 pm EDT We are pleased to welcome you once again to our monthly coffee chat for patients and caregivers. Join us...
Highlights from the ESMO Congress 2022
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) congress was held in person (for the 1st time in 2 years) and virtually from 9-13 September 2022. The presentations are available to view on the ESMO website if you have previously logged...
The 2022 Global Patient Survey on Kidney Cancer is Now Open
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) in partnership with patient organisations around the world have launched the 2022 Global Patient Survey. All patients, carers and survivors are encouraged to share their experiences and insights living with kidney cancer in the online survey. The survey is designed to identify geographic...
Kidney Cancer Canada featured in Maclean’s & Health Insight
We are excited to announce that Kidney Cancer Canada is featured in Maclean's magazine October issue and online on Health Insight for a special interest section on Advancement in Immunology & Immunotherapy. Click on the post below to view feature article online. https://www.healthinsight.ca/innovations/immunology-immunotherapy/navigating-your-cancer-journey-with-support-from-kidney-cancer-canada/...
Move to Beat Cancer | 2022
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] SEPTEMBER 23-25, 2022 The MOVE TO BEAT CANCER is an event that brings people and their communities together virtually in a dynamic, social, and festive way to create awareness about kidney cancer and to raise money for patient programs and research. [mkd_button size="huge" type="" text="movtobeatcancer.org" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome"...
Kidney Cancer Patient Education Event
The Odette Cancer Centre is offering an online kidney cancer patient education event as part of the Florence Winberg Education Series on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 from 5:30-7:30 pm EDT. The evening will include presentations from: Dr. Smoragiewicz, Medical Oncologist, Registered Dietitian, Patient Educator, and Kidney...
The IKCC at the EAU Annual Meeting 2022
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Source : International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC)[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]This year’s European Association of Urology (EAU) Annual Meeting was held from 1-4 July 2022 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Members of the IKCC Board and staff attended the meeting, and the IKCC had a booth in the exhibition hall....
Webinars now posted on the website
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] The World Kidney Cancer Day webinars are now posted on our website. View them at your convenience! Click on the image to be redirected to the webinar page[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="20185" img_size="full" style="vc_box_shadow_3d" onclick="custom_link" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/updated-guidelines-for-the-management-of-small-renal-masses/"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="20517" img_size="full" style="vc_box_shadow_3d" onclick="custom_link" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/talking-treatments/"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="20187" img_size="full" style="vc_box_shadow_3d" onclick="custom_link" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/le-robot-with-dr-frederic-pouliot/"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]...
Online Coffee-Chat Summer Time Series
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The summer breeze is blowing in and we look forward to connecting with our community throughout the summer. Save the date for our Online Coffee-Chat Summer Series. Bring a long cool drink and let’s talk! [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"][vc_column_text] THURSDAY, JULY 21 7 pm EDT [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_single_image image="20447" img_size="full" style="vc_box_shadow"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Join on your...
In-Person Coffee-Chat Tour in the Maritimes
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Our Coffee-Chat Martimes Tour starts this week! June 23 to June 29 Kidney Cancer Canada is going on a road trip to meet with Canadian doctors and medical health professionals at the Canadian Urological Association (CUA) Annual Meeting. Along the way, we are excited to hold coffee-chats...
Kidney Cancer Highlights from ASCO 2022
Source : International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting was held both virtually and face-to-face from from 2-7 June 2022. The presentations are available to view on the ASCO website. The International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) reviewed the virtual scientific programme to...
2022 World Kidney Cancer Day Events
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/12" css=".vc_custom_1654259617679{border-radius: 30px !important;}"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/6" css=".vc_custom_1654259677344{background-color: #eaeaea !important;border-radius: 30px !important;}"][vc_single_image image="20181" img_size="full" onclick="custom_link" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news/2022-world-kidney-cancer-day-events/#coffee"][vc_column_text] JUNE 7 CAREGIVER Coffee-Chat [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="80px"][vc_column_text] [mkd_button size="" type="" text="DETAILS HERE" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="#coffee" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/6" css=".vc_custom_1654255354194{background-color: #f4f4f4f4 !important;border-radius: 30px !important;}"][vc_single_image image="20183" img_size="full" onclick="custom_link" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news/2022-world-kidney-cancer-day-events/#coffee"][vc_column_text] JUNE...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | May 26
Join us for our upcoming Coffee-Chat on Thursday, May 26, 7 pm EDT LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | May 26, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | May 26, 3 pm EDT Our Coffee-Chats are an opportunity to share how you are and how you are coping. Are you...
World Kidney Cancer Day | 2022
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] June 16 is World Kidney Cancer Day. It’s a day when the global kidney cancer community comes together to raise awareness of key issues facing kidney cancer patients and their caregivers around the world World kidney cancer community calls for more talk about treatment options Studies by the...
GiveShop Spring Cleaning Campaign
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Let’s turn our Spring Cleaning into donation dollars to Kidney Cancer Canada! May 1 - June 21 GiveShop is an online platform where you can buy or sell used items. The platform is similar to Kijiji except that your sold item is a direct donation to Kidney...
Wilms Cancer Foundation
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Kidney cancer is the 4th most common childhood cancer overall. International kidney cancer organization the Wilms Cancer Foundation President/CEO TJ Hodgkinson discusses kidney cancer awareness and explains why research, treatment and support is so important. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_video link="https://youtu.be/OcNd_dnV0Os" css=""][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]If you or somebody you know is suffering,...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | APR 20
We are pleased to welcome you once again to our monthly coffee chat on Wednesday, April 20, 3 pm EDT LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | April 20, 3 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | April 20, 7 pm EDT Join us and connect with the kidney cancer patients within...
Shared Decision-Making: Understanding Your Immunotherapy Choices
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Join KidneyCAN next Town Hall event 2022 series, with a focus on immunotherapy options on Tuesday, April 26, 5 pm EDT Panel of expert oncologists includes Dr. Naomi Haas from Penn Medicine, Dr. Hans Hammers from UTSW, and Dr. Monty Pal from City of Hope. They...
New Resource: Kidney Cancer Diet & Nutrition
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition It is important for people living with kidney cancer to understand the effect of food and nutrition on the body. The kidneys have long been known to play an important role in the metabolism of sugars, proteins, fats and other nutrients, in addition to...
Updated kidney cancer treatement guidelines
The Canadian Urological Association updated the guidelines for the management of small renal masses [mkd_button size="" type="" text="view guidelines" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Guidelines-Management-of-SRM-EN.pdf" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] ...
A Kidney Cancer Diagnosis Can Be Complicated and Overwhelming
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Toronto Star supported Kidney Awareness Month with another article in a dedicated section on kidney cancer.. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="Read Article" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.healthinsight.ca/cancer-care/why-kidney-cancer-diagnosis-can-be-complicated-and-overwhelming/" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]...
Royalties of book sale donated to Kidney Cancer Canada
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="19324" img_size="full"][vc_column_text]Author: Bonny Beswick[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="60 px"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Gerry Dewulf was diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma in 2004. Prompt removal of his right kidney seemed encouraging, but the cancer returned. In 2008, doctors found it had metastasized, primarily to his liver. His determination, drug therapy (sunitinib,...
Knowledge Is Power for Canadians Living With Kidney Cancer
The Toronto Star is supporting Kidney Awareness Month with a booklet insert on Kidney and Liver Health. Kidney Cancer Canada is featured in the publication with an article written by our Executive Director, Christine Collins. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="Read article" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.healthinsight.ca/wellness/kidney-liver-health/knowledge-is-power-for-canadians-living-with-kidney-cancer/?_thumbnail_id=25484&token=Cekewa" target="_blank" color=""...
We need your input – patient voice for new therapy
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kidney Cancer Canada is once again advocating for access to a new treatment to benefit select members of our kidney cancer community. We are developing a submission for the pan-Canadian Oncology Drug Review (pCODR). This time the new treatment is pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for the adjuvant...
World Kidney Day – March 10
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Kidney Health for All Most kidney cancer patients with one healthy kidney do not need to follow a special diet. However, one of their main concerns is how to keep their remaining kidney as healthy as possible. There are general guidelines in maintaining kidney health, but...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients | MAR 23
Join us on our upcoming Patient Coffee-Chat, Wednesday, March 23, 7 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | March 23, 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | March 23, 3 pm EDT March is kidney Awareness Month and what better way to celebrate this special month than with our...
Online Coffee-Chat for Caregivers | MAR 16
Join us on our upcoming Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Wednesday, March 16, 7 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | March 16, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | March 16, 3 pm EST Caregivers, take a moment out of your busy schedule, sit back, and enjoy your favourite beverage. How have...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Highlights from ASCO GU 2022
Source : International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) This year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary (ASCO GU) Symposium was held both virtually and face-to-face from 17-19 February 2022. The presentations are available to view on the ASCO website. The International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) reviewed the virtual scientific programme to keep abreast...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | FEB 23
Join us on our upcoming Patient and Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Wednesday, February 23, 3 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | February 23, 3 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | February 23, 7 pm EST Whether you are newly diagnosed or a kidney cancer survivor, our coffee-chats are a safe...
Ontario: The hidden cost of take-home cancer drugs
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="Take action and sign the petition" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.change.org/p/be-an-ally-to-ontario-cancer-patients-demand-equal-access-to-take-home-cancer-drugs?utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=custom_url&recruited_by_id=66cedcb0-31b4-11ec-b10e-b37c162bbfaf" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Source: Canadian Cancer Society New Canadian Cancer Society report uncovers the hidden costs of take-home cancer drugs in Ontario and the urgent need for...
Annual Fundraising Campaign 2021
Our heartfelt thank you for to all who donated to our annual campaign, supporting Kidney Cancer Canada. Thanks to the generosity of our donors close to $35,000 was raised to help us continue offering patients support, education, advocacy and research. Your support makes a difference! If you...
Wow! Wow! Wow!
$70,000+ raised with Donate a Car Canada and Car for Life in 2021! We are sincerely grateful to all who donated vehicles on behalf of Kidney Cancer Canada to support patients, caregivers and their families. Your donation provides, support, education, advocacy and research and works to...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | JAN 20
Join us on our upcoming Patient and Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Thursday, January 20, 7 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | January 20, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | January 20, 3 pm EST We look forward to chatting with you in the new year! For those who have recently...
Happy Holidays!
This Holiday Season, we are grateful for the kidney cancer community that has supported us. This past year we focused on the needs of the whole patient, through our virtual National Forum, educational webinars, as well as sessions to maintain mental wellbeing and physical health. We hope...
2021 National Patient & Caregiver Forum – NOW ONLINE
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="VIEW RECORDING HERE" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/2021-national-patient-caregiver-annual-forum/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] ...
2021 Annual Fundraising Campaign
We launch our Annual Fundraising Campaign and are appealing to you to consider Kidney Cancer Canada as one of your donations this holiday season. Please help us to continue offering support, education, resources, advocacy, and research. We are here to help kidney cancer patients from diagnosis...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Dec 14
Join us on our upcoming Patient and Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Tuesday, December 14 at 7 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS FRENCH Coffee-Chat | December 14, 3 pm EST ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | December 14, 7 pm EST It’s the Holiday Season! Let’s take the time to chat before the new year...
National Patient & Caregiver Annual Forum – 2021
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="Register Here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://kidneycancerforum.ca/register/" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Each year our annual forum brings together patients, caregivers, clinicians, and researchers to share information. Due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, the event will be held virtually...
Call a caregiver for Kindness Day
Source: The Ontario Caregiver Organization November 13th is Kindness Day. Will you Call A Caregiver and let them know you care? Many caregivers say they feel alone and isolated. While family members and friends often ask how the care recipient is doing, they don’t always think to ask...
Time for kidney cancer to get more respect, and attention
Source: Everything Zoomer - November 2021 Canada’s ninth most common cancer often goes undetected until it is advanced, making treatment more challenging “I don’t get no respect!” was the famous catchphrase of the late American comedian Rodney Dangerfield.[1] In the world of cancer, the same lament could be...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Nov 18
Join us on our upcoming Patient and Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Thursday, November 18 at 3 pm EST. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | Novmeber 18, 3 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | November 18, 7 pm EST We are busy getting ready for our National Patient & Caregiver Annual Forum but...
Healthy Communication & Cancer
The Canadian Cancer Survivor Network is pleased to have Registered Clinical Counsellor Genevieve Stonebridge from InspireHealth Supportive Cancer Care present this webinar. InspireHealth is a Canadian leader in supportive cancer care with medical doctors, clinical counsellors, dietitians, exercise therapists all working together to support you...
Talking Nutrition with Lori
The Judy Nicholson Kidney Cancer Foundation holds a 2-part series Talking Nutrition with Lori about Optimizing Immunity with Nutrition. The 2-part series premiers on the Judy Nicholson Kidney Cancer Foundation YouTube channel on October 15th & 29th at 1:30pm EST. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="go to youtube channel"...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients & Caregivers | Oct 26
Join us on our upcoming Patient and Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Tuesday, October 26 at 3:30 pm EDT. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | October 26, 3:30 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | October 26, 7 pm EDT Are you newly diagnosed? Are you at a crossroad and need to decide about...
Highlights from the ESMO Virtual Congress 2021
Source : International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) The European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) congress was held virtually from 16-21 September 2021. The presentations are available to view on the ESMO website if you have previously logged in to the site. The International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) attended the virtual scientific programme to...
Global Kidney Cancer Summit 2021
The International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) holds its 2021 Global Kidney Cancer Summit on Friday, September 24 and Saturday, September 25 from 7-10 am EDT. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="EVENT WILL BE STREAMED LIVE ON FACEOOK ON THIS LINK" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.facebook.com/IKCCorg/" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color=""...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients | Sep 21
Join us for our upcoming Patient Coffee-Chat, Tuesday, September 21 LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS FRENCH Coffee-Chat | September 21, 3:30 pm EDT ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | September 21, 7 pm EDT We are pleased to welcome you once again to our monthly coffee chat. This coffee-chat is for patients only. Join us...
Online Coffee-Chat for Caregivers | Sep 14
Join us for our upcoming Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Tuesday, September 14 LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS FRENCH Coffee-Chat | September 14, 3:30 pm EDT ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | September 14, 7 pm EDT We are pleased to welcome you once again to our monthly coffee chat. This coffee-chat is for caregivers only. Join us...
Move to Beat Cancer | 2021
SEPTEMBER 24-26, 2021 The MOVE TO BEAT CANCER is an event that brings people and their communities together virtually in a dynamic, social, and festive way to create awareness about kidney cancer and to raise money for patient programs and research. 2020/2021 have been challenging years for...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients and Caregivers | Aug 31
Join us on our upcoming Patient and Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Tuesday, August 31 LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS FRENCH Coffee-Chat | May 20, 3:30 pm EDT ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | May 20, 7 pm EDT The summer weeks are flying by! We hope you are enjoying the summer so far and keeping healthy. Let's...
Webinars now online
We have added the webinars and activities held in May and June for viewing at your convenience. Click on the image to be redirected to the webinar or activity page. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="view all webinars"...
JUNE 24 | 7 Ways To Maximize Your Physical & Mental Health
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Mark your calendars for this special webinar focusing on World Kidney Cancer Day 2021 theme: We need to talk about how we are feeling. June 24th, 2021 | 7:oo pm EDT [mkd_button size="" type="" text="REGISTER HERE" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://bit.ly/35xsN7m" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color=""...
JUNE 21 | Coffee & Art – A creative experience
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Mark your calendars for a creative experience for World Kidney Cancer Day "We need to talk about how we are feeling". REGISTRATION There are many different avenues to achieving mental wellbeing - reaching out to medical professionals, group support, physical activity, putting your energy into a...
JUNE 17 | Cooking at home with ELLICSR Kitchen and Kidney Cancer Canada
June 17 | 12 pm EDT, click on the link below [mkd_button size="" type="" text="LIVE EVENT HERE" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQsBi6jup8U" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] On World Kidney Cancer Day, join Kidney Cancer Canada with Geremy Capone, Wellness Chef and Stephanie...
World Kidney Cancer Day is June 17!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] When you have kidney cancer, life can feel overwhelming, stressful and lonely. Anxiety, depression, fear of recurrence or simply ‘not feeling right’ are almost universal. The 2018 IKCC Global Patient Survey showed 96% of patients experience psychosocial problems, but fewer than half ever talk...
Webinar: 2021 Consensus for the Management of Advanced Kidney Cancer
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="register here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/999027675026100496" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] The kidney cancer treatment landscape has vastly changed in the past 6 years offering many treatment options and more coming ~ new drugs and combination therapies. The access...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients and Caregivers | May 20
Join us on our upcoming Patient and Caregiver Coffee-Chat, Thursday, May 20. LINKS TO COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | May 20, 3:30 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | May 20, 7 pm EDT Are you newly diagnosed? Has your surgery been delayed? Do you need to decide on a treatment option?...
Webinar: Navigating a Kidney Cancer Diagnosis in Canada – NOW ONLINE
Tips from a Uro-Oncologist and a Patient Advocate [mkd_button size="" type="" text="watch meeting here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/navigating-a-kidney-cancer-diagnosis-in-canada/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] When you receive a kidney cancer diagnosis and throughout your care pathway, you will need to discuss and make...
Kidney Cancer Video Knowledge Library reorganized
The Kidney Cancer Video Knowledge Library pathway categories are revamped. We hope you find this new classification more organized, intuitive and the videos easier to find. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="Go to library" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/kidney-cancer-canada-video-knowledge-library/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] ...
2021 Consensus Statement for the Management of Advanced Kidney Cancer
The Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada (KCRNC) consensus has been updated for the management of advanced kidney cancer. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="view updated consensus" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/CUA-guidelines-Management-of-Advanced-Kidney-Cancer.pdf" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] ...
Online Coffee-Chat for Patients | April 22
We are pleased to welcome you once again to our monthly coffee chat, this month, for patients only. LINKS TO PATIENT COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | April 22- 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | April 22 - 3:30 pm EDT Join us and connect with the kidney cancer patients within...
National Caregiver Day – Recognizing Caring Canadians
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="National Caregiver Day Coffee-Chat - details here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news/online-coffee-chat-for-caregivers-april-6/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Carers Canada and its’ partners are launch a national campaign to showcase Canadians’ experiences in caregiving; the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has...
Ontario revises 2nd vaccine dose timeline for transplant and some cancer patients
Source: City News The Ontario government confirms it has revised the second vaccine dose timeline for some immunocompromised people. The Vaccine Clinical Advisory Group advised the Ontario government to follow the recommended dose intervals for vaccines as suggested by the manufacturer — generally translating into a three-week...
Summit for Cancer Immunotherapy
Novel combination approaches for solid tumours: leveraging checkpoint inhibition and radiation therapy in renal cell carcinoma Wednesday, April 14, 2021 | 2:30 - 4:00 pm EDT [mkd_button size="" type="" text="register here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AYCVryn4Rmiq-OGdkax1vg" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] SPEAKERS Dr. Aly-Khan...
Online Coffee-Chat for caregivers – April 6
Caregivers, Tuesday, April 6 is your National Day. We want to celebrate you and everything you do. LINKS TO CAREGIVER COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | April 6 - 7 pm EDT FRENCH Coffee-Chat | April 6 - 3:30 pm EDT Take a moment out of your busy schedule, sit back,...
World Kidney Day Red Carpet Event – NOW ONLINE
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="Watch Red-Carpet Event Here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/movie-premiere-the-robot/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Kidney Cancer Canada was proud to present THE ROBOT movie premiere on March 11, World Kidney Day. THE ROBOT starring Dr. Stephen Pautler who demystifies robotic...
Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat | March
March is National Kidney Month LINKS TO PATIENT & CAREGIVER COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | March 2, 3 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | March 8, 7 pm EST March is National Kidney Month and what better way to start celebrating this special month than with our Patient & Caregiver Online...
ASCO GU 2021
Webinar hosted by the Kidney Cancer Coalition: What's New in Kidney Cancer Research? The Kidney Cancer Coaltion held a webinar on the latest research in kidney cancer from ASCO-GU. Four leading experts shared the research in patient-friendly language and answered questions. Learn what they heard and...
New patient resource
We have a great new resource for patients starting or undergoing immuno-oncology therapy. Developed by Bristol Myers Squibb, Your introduction to immuno-oncology therapy has information about cancer immunotherapy, your healthcare team, and other resources that can help you. You will also find a 6-month calendar that can...
New Normal, Same Cancer
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Canadian Oncology Community Unites For World Cancer Day: Shedding Light on the Impact of Covid-19 on Cancer Care Oncologists estimate cancer diagnoses down 25 per cent in some areas as a result of COVID-19 Some oncologists are also reporting an increase in later stage disease...
Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chat
Join us at our first coffee-chat of the new year. LINKS TO PATIENT & CAREGIVER COFFEE-CHATS ENGLISH Coffee-Chat | January 26, 7 pm EST FRENCH Coffee-Chat | January 27, 7 pm EST Since the beginning of the pandemic, we changed our in-person coffee-chats to virtual coffee-chats. The participation has...
Dr. Michael A. S. Jewett appointed to the Order of Canada
Dr. Michael A. S. Jewett appointed to the Order of Canada for his life-saving innovations in surgical oncology and for his advocacy of patient-centred clinical care. The Order of Canada is one of our country’s highest civilian honours. Its Companions, Officers and Members take to heart...
How does the International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) survey help kidney cancer patients in Canada?
The survey is designed to ask patients across 30 countries the same questions about their experiences with kidney cancer allowing for the identification of best practices and unmet needs related to patient access to care, quality of life and involvement in clinical trials. Although the data...
Annual Fundraising Campaign
Please help us to continue to support kidney cancer patients, their caregivers and families. Your donations provide support, education, and advocacy for our kidney cancer community. Better treatments, better diagnosis and support for many challenges as they manage their disease. We appreciate these are difficult times for everyone,...
National Patient and Caregiver Annual Forum 2020 now online
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="FORUM PROGRAM HERE" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://online.fliphtml5.com/fexz/ldbq/" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] [mkd_button size="" type="" text="WATCH FORUM MEETING HERE" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/2020-national-patient-caregiver-annual-forum/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] The National...
Patient & Caregiver Coffee-Chats
Let’s connect before the Holiday Season! LINKS TO ENGLISH COFFEE-CHATS PATIENT Coffee-Chat | December 15, 2 pm EST CAREGIVER Coffee-Chat | December 16, 2 pm EST LINK TO FRENCH COFFEE-CHATS This Holiday Season is not our “normal. News about vaccines is encouraging but anxiety levels are running high with COVID-19...
Mindfulness & Mental Health Webinar Now Online
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="watch webinar here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/mindfulness-and-mental-health/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] The COVID-19 pandemic has added another level of stress and anxiety for patients living with cancer due to things like delayed scans, telephone instead of in-clinic doctors...
International Kidney Cancer Coalition Global Patient Survey
The International Kidney Cancer Coalition's (IKCC) Global Patient Survey is a survey, conducted every two years, designed to identify geographic variations in patient experience to highlight best practices and unmet needs related to patient access to care, quality of life and involvement in clinical trials. The...
Research Study Recruitment Request – Urological Cancer Patient’s Perceptions on Cannabis
Are you currently using cannabis? A research study being done through the Urological Cancer Centre for Research and Innovation in Hamilton, Ontario, is looking at Canadian urological patient perceptions surrounding the use of cannabis for cancer. They are looking for patients who are currently using cannabis to...
New resources for patients and caregivers
The Ottawa Hospital Uro-Oncology Research Group is proud to have designed and developed multiple patient decision aids. Urologist, Dr. Luke Lavallée, created the decision aids for kidney cancer patients. The objective is to help patients discuss treatment options with their doctor. This decision aid was created...
Highlights from the ESMO Virtual Congress 2020
Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) congress was held virtually from 19-21 September 2020. The virtual presentations are available to view on the ESMO website if you have previously logged in to the site. The...
Coffee-Chat for Caregivers only! September 25
This month, our coffee-chat will be for caregivers only. We know how a cancer diagnosis strongly affects the whole family and the caregivers are at the centre of it all. They are the pillars of strength in the care pathway, the ones that ask the...
Clinical trial – Many Centres now recruiting
A Study of Combination Nivolumab and Ipilimumab Retreatment in Patients with Advanced Kidney Cancer Trial ID: NCT04088500 A clinical trial that all metastatic kidney cancer patients should know about if they have previously taken the combination of nivolumab and ipilimumab. The study will investigate whether the combination can be...
A month of September dedicated to Heroes for the Lowe’s Canada network
Throughout the month of September, RONA, in Elmsdale, Nova Scotia will raise funds to support Kidney Cancer Canada as part of the Lowe’s Canada Heroes campaign. If you are in the Elmsdale, NS area and need items for your home improvement projects shop at the RONA...
Move to Beat Cancer – Save the date!
SEPTEMBER 18-20, 2020 The MOVE TO BEAT CANCER is a project that brings people and their communities together virtually in a dynamic, social and festive way to create awareness about cancer prevention and to raise money for patient programs and research. "We are very excited with this...
Dave Trbizan Legacy Campaign
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="KIDNEYCANCERCANADA.CA/DAVETRBIZANLEGACY" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="www.kidneycancercanada.ca/davetrbizanlegacy" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Many of you have followed and donated to the Dave Trbizan fundraising campaign that he started over 3 years ago and managed to raise more than $100,000 for...
Shared Decision Making for Kidney Cancer Patients – Perspectives from an Oncologist and a Patient
Join Dr. Naomi Haas and Deb Maskens online September 2nd at 1:30 pm EDT when experts discuss the various decision points along the treatment path. Learn about seeking second opinions, clinical trials, determining what is right for you, practical tips about being an active partner in...
Cancer survivors needed for an online survey
The Exercise Oncology Lab (Principal Investigator: Linda Trinh, PhD) at the University of Toronto is interested in understanding the unique experiences of cancer survivors during the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has impacted the physical activity behaviors and mental health of cancer survivors. The Exercise Oncology...
Online Coffee Chat – August 21
Coffee anyone? Join us for our online coffee-chat, Friday August 21 at 2 pm EDT. Our online coffee-chats are a great way to stay connected and receive support from kidney cancer patients and caregivers within our community. Not everyone is comfortable with this format but we...
Highlights from the ASCO 2020 Virtual Scientific Programme
Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting was held virtually from 29-31 May 2020. The virtual presentations are available to view on the ASCO website. The International Kidney Cancer Coalition...
Management of Kidney Cancer during COVID-19 Webinar
In this webinar on Kidney Cancer, How I Treat COVID-19 Webinar initiative, hosts an expert in the field and a patient/survivor. Discussion topics include the treatment of kidney cancer before and during the pandemic by Dr. Anil Kapoor, Uro-Oncologist, a statement from kidney cancer survivors Nancy...
World Kidney Cancer Day promotes physical activity for both the prevention and treatment of kidney cancer
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Ten years ago, if you were diagnosed with any cancer, you’d probably be told to rest and do as little physical activity as possible. Today, you’re more likely to be told the opposite. Studies now confirm the beneficial role that regular physical activity plays...
Webinar May 27: Optimal Management of Urologic Oncology during COVID-19
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="Register" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G--fhtVsS5WmgIVk9SEKGg" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] The Urologic Cancer Centre for Research & Innovation (UCCRI) hosts a virtual event to discuss the optimal management of urologic oncology during the COVID-19 pandemic. This meeting will focus...
Giving Tuesday Coffee-Chat – May 5
On Giving Tuesday we will host two online Coffee-Chats; an opportunity to share how you are and how you are coping. Are you worried about your treatment or changes in your treatment schedule Questions? Concerns? Let’s talk over a hot cup of coffee and share...
Giving Tuesday – A message of hope and unity
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="Donate online" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E344126QE&id=39" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Kidney Cancer Canada is your front-line support service for kidney cancer Patients and caregivers are being asked to be at their strongest in this time of uncertainty. So...
Will COVID-19 affect my treatment plan?
The Canadian Urological Association published a guidance document with the participation of eighteen academic genitourinary (GU) medical oncologists from 11 cancer centres across Canada to provide recommendations for managing patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="See recommendations outlined for kidney cancer treatment" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome"...
Save the dates – Upcoming Online Coffee-Chats
It was truly remarkable to connect with our community through our online coffee-chat. The support, easy conversation and the feeling of safety within this new format of communication was appreciated and commended by all participants. In these times of social distancing, we feel the need to...
Free online exercise classes
Instructor Sarah Weller, Clinical Exercise Physiologist holds online exercise classes for cancer patients three times a week live on Instagram. The classes are held from 11 am to 12 pm EDT to help you get active, build strength, improve fitness and increase flexibility: [mkd_icon icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="circle" size=""...
National Caregiver Day
Recognizing caring Canadians From 5 minutes to an hour or even days, no amount is too small to show you care 8 million Canadians provide unpaid care to support someone with a long-term health condition, a physical or mental disability or problems related to aging. While caring...
Cancer care in Canada during the COVID-19 emergency
[mkd_button size="" type="" text="Take the 5-question survey" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NB6ZQRD?fbclid=IwAR0gdvW0EktLfepdnQg142XvbbpJUIYWtOctKJP3nJ-LKVsHM9sV0gCOw_8" target="_blank" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Early data has indicated that cancer patients are at increased risk from COVID-19. Cancer patients, survivors and caregivers are understandably seeking information on how to manage...
COVID-19 and Renal Cancer: A Patient’s Perspective
An excellent and informative podcast on COVID-19 and its impact on kidney cancer patients with Dr. Brian Rini, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (US), Dr. Tom Powles, Barts Cancer Centre (UK) and patient advocate Dena Battle, KC Cure (US). [mkd_button size="" type="" text="listen to podcast" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon=""...
COVID-19 and cancer patients
People with compromised immune systems or pre-existing medical conditions, including cancer, may be at increased risk of contracting coronavirus (COVID-19) and increased risk of more severe infection. [mkd_icon icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="circle" size="" custom_size="12" type="square" border_radius="" shape_size="" icon_color="#93bd46" border_color="" border_width="" background_color="" hover_icon_color="" hover_border_color="" hover_background_color="" margin="" icon_animation="" icon_animation_delay="" link=""...
Online Coffee-Chat – March 26
In these difficult and uncertain times, we realize even more our need to stay connected and develop close links with one another. Fortunately we have applications such as FaceTime, Messenger and others to help keep us connected with families and friends near and far. We want...
POSTPONED – National Patient & Cargiver Forum in Montreal
Please be advised that after much deliberation and consultation the Board of Directors of Kidney Cancer Canada has determined that in the best interest of all concerned (both safety and well-being), that we must postpone our Annual National Patient and Caregiver Forum - scheduled for...
National Patient & Caregiver Forum – Registration now open
POSTPONED [mkd_button size="" type="" text="See notice here" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news/postponed-national-patient-cargiver-forum-in-montreal/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] We are happy to announce that the next Patient, Caregiver, Family and Survivor Forum takes place in Montreal, Saturday, May 9. Presentations are in French and...
Research results on circulating tumour DNA
Research funded by Kidney Cancer Canada, Canadian Urological Association and Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada Plasma Circulating Tumor DNA and Clonal Hematopoiesis in Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma Cells in your body are constantly growing, dividing, and dying. When mature cells die, they release their DNA into...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Take-Home Messages from ASCO GU 2020
Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition Over 4,000 delegates attended the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Genitourinary (GU) Cancers Symposium in San Francisco, 13-15 February 2020. The International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) was present with a booth to raise awareness, and also attended many of the medical and patient advocacy sessions. Please...
Kidney cancer treatment guidelines update
The Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada updated the kidney cancer treatment guidelines: 2019 – Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada consensus statement on the role of renal mass biopsy in the management of kidney cancer 2019 – Management of Advanced Kidney Cancer: Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada consensus...
New combination treatment available in Canada
Good news for kidney cancer patients and their families The combination treatment pembrolizumab (Keytruda®) with axitinib in first line treatment for advanced renal cell carcinoma is available in Canada through the manufacturer's patient care program. If your doctor believes that this therapy is suitable for you, they...
Health Canada Approves KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab) as First-Line Treatment for Patients with Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)
We draw your attention to this media release distributed through Cision. This therapy for treatment of metastatic kidney cancer needs evaluation by the pan-Canadian Oncology drug review process and then, if recommended, requires government and private insurers to enter into price negotiation. Kidney Cancer Canada / Cancer...
Coffee Chats in Montreal and Surrounding areas
MONTREALERS SAVE THE DATES! We hold Coffee Chats from 2 to 4 pm on: January 26 - Laval Presse Café Centropolis 1794 Pierre Péladeau, Laval pressecafe.com February 16, Montreal La Finca café & bureau 1067 de Bleury, Montreal 5-minute walk from Place-d'Armes metro station lafinca.ca March 8, Brossard Le café du Théâtre - Quartier DIX30 6000, de Rome...
Acupuncture introduced as a complementary therapy at the Quebec Cancer Foundation in partnership with the Collège de Rosemont
Source: The Quebec Cancer Care Foundation The Quebec Cancer Foundation innovates once again in providing support for people with cancer and their loved ones by offering free acupuncture sessions at its Montreal Regional Center and Lodge. In addition to the medical procedures used in treating cancer, the healthcare system widely recommends the...
Past meetings and webinars updated
Our 2019 meetings and webinars are now updated. [mkd_button size="" type="" text="WATCH PAST MEETINGS" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://www.kidneycancercanada.ca/news-events/watch-past-meetings/" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] ...
Maritimes patient and caregiver meeting live streamed
Hey, we're trying something new! Join us on Sunday, November 10 as we live stream on Facebook the Maritimes Patient, Caregiver, Family and Survivor Meeting. You can ask questions during the live feed. See you on www.facebook.com/KidneyCancerCanada PST 10 am | MST 11 pm | CST...
Health Canada Approves Ipsen’s CABOMETYX™ (cabozantinib) for the First-Line Treatment of Adults with Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma
Source: Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Canada Inc. CABOMETYXTM demonstrated a statistically significant, 52 per cent reduction in the risk of progression or death compared with sunitinibi, giving Canadian patients with intermediate or poor risk a new oral first-line treatment option in their fight against advanced kidney cancer MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 15,...
Kidney cancer patients, caregivers, family and survivors join an informative session in Hamilton, ON
Toronto, Ontario, October 10, 2019 - The Urologic Cancer Centre for Research & Innovation and Kidney Cancer Canada – Cancer du rein Canada host a free kidney cancer information session to provide patients, caregivers, family and survivors with the information and tools to help them...
Kidney cancer patients, caregivers, family and survivors join an informative session in Hamilton, ON
The Urologic Cancer Centre for Research & Innovation and Kidney Cancer Canada – Cancer du rein Canada host a free kidney cancer information session to provide patients, caregivers, family and survivors with the information and tools to help them be an active participant in their...
For female cancer survivors in Toronto and surrounding areas
Come try out different types of exercises at the University of Toronto Researchers from the University of Toronto are performing a study investigating how female cancer survivors feel during and after different types of exercise. If you are a woman diagnosed with cancer and: 18-75 years old ...
NEWFOUNDLAND MEETING 2019
The Kidney Cancer Canada team hosts a Patient, Caregiver, Family and Survivor Meeting in St. John's, Newfoundland. This interactive forum features the latest information on kidney cancer treatment and what survivors should know about follow-up care. The session also gives patients, caregivers, family members and survivors a...
Thousands of Canadians begin to follow Olympic Gold Medalist in the MOVE to Beat Cancer
Toronto, Ontario, Tuesday August 7, 2019 –Olympic Gold Medalist, Adam Kreek is on the MOVE to Beat Cancer to inspire others to get their MOVE on and support patient programs and research. Canadians can begin today to sign up at movetobeatcancer.org and pledge to join Adam in their self-designed MOVE and complete their...
Thousands of Canadians begin to follow Olympic Gold Medalist in the MOVE to Beat Cancer
[vc_video link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vkroh1znnK4" align="center"][vc_column_text]Toronto, Ontario, Tuesday August 7, 2019 –Olympic Gold Medalist, Adam Kreek is on the MOVE to Beat Cancer to inspire others to get their MOVE on and support patient programs and research. Canadians can begin today to sign up at movetobeatcancer.org and pledge to join Adam in their self-designed MOVE and...
Prominent leaders join Kidney Cancer Canada board
Toronto, Ontario, July 16, 2019 – Three Canadian leaders from the worlds of media, law and Hi-tech have joined the board of Kidney Cancer Canada | Cancer du rein Canada. Toronto and international lawyer Sara Graves, Edmonton’s hi-tech CFO Vidya Netrakanti and Quebecor Senior Vice-President Jocelyn Poirier bring significant growth to the...
Kidney Cancer Canada Nursing Excellence Award in honour of Tony Clark
By Nesan Bandali When I was asked to write a few words about my experience as an oncology nurse, it took me a while to go back through my life to pinpoint the time that I decided I wanted to be a nurse. For as long as...
Dr. Daniel Heng receives Meritorious Service Cross from Governor General
Internationally recognized leader in kidney cancer research Dr. Daniel Heng created the world’s largest kidney cancer patient database. Containing data from over 7 000 patients worldwide, this comprehensive analytical tool allows specialists to better diagnose and treat patients with the disease. We wish Dr. Daniel Heng...
GU-ASCO 2019 Highlights
Source: International Kidney Cancer Coalition Note: The following summary was prepared by patient advocates for the benefit of patient organisations who focus on kidney cancer. While this summary has been medically reviewed, the information contained herein is based upon public data shared at this meeting and...
New uploads: Kidney Cancer Video Knowledge Library
New videos uploaded to the Kidney Cancer Video Knowledge Library: Are clinical trials a last resort treatment? Are there any dangers when having a biopsy? Can I trust diagnostic information on the internet? How can I...
The downside of inflammatory news about cancer
Source: First Opinion My inbox exploded this week with messages asking about a widely circulated news story claiming that researchers had found the cure for cancer. My heart sunk. And then I got mad. It began with an article in the Jerusalem Post story...
New kidney cancer drug therapy recommended for use in Canada.
Kidney Cancer Canada – Cancer du rein Canada welcomes the decision of the pan-Canadian Oncology Drug Review (pCODR) Expert Review Committee (pERC) to recommend reimbursement of cabozantinib (Cabometyx) in patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) who have received at least one prior vascular...
Cabozantinib Quebec Reimbursement Update
Please note: this statement follows our mandate to provide you information on all access issues. Kidney Cancer Canada – Cancer du rein Canada wishes to inform our community about recent developments in Quebec with regards to cabozantinib, a new treatment for patients with advanced renal...
New uploads: Kidney Cancer Video Knowledge Library
New videos uploaded to the Kidney Cancer Video Knowledge Library: How important is kidney cancer research? Should I expect pain after a nephrectomy? What can I expect when waking up from a nephrectomy? What does VEGF...
New uploads: Kidney Cancer Video Knowledge Library
New videos uploaded to the Kidney Cancer Video Knowledge Library: How dangerous is a radical nephrectomy? How do you choose between a partial or radical nephrectomy? How much time does a partial nephrectomy surgery take? How...
Activating Cancer Communities through an Exercise Strategy for Survivors (ACCESS)
A message from Dr Ricardo Rendon and Dr. Lori Wood Dear Kidney Cancer Canada Nova Scotia Community, We wanted to let you know about a new and exciting opportunity for people who have had or currently have kidney cancer in Halifax and Nova...
THE DOCTOR IS IN 24 HOURS A DAY: A first for Canadian Kidney Cancer Patients
A note from Stephen, our Executive Director Today we are very excited to launch a new and unique resource to help you. The Kidney Cancer Video Knowledge Library is a first for patients and caregivers – a depository of hundreds of questions...
Two kidney cancer research awards for 2019
Kidney Cancer Canada | Cancer du rein Canada in collaboration with the Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada (KCRNC) and the Canadian Urology Association Scholarship Foundation (CUASF) fund two $50,000 research awards for kidney cancer. These awards are possible thanks to the outstanding support...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Take-Home Messages from ESMO 2018
Source: International Kidney Cancer CanadaNote: The following summary was prepared by patient advocates for the benefit of patient organisations who focus on kidney cancer. While this summary has been medically reviewed, the information contained herein is based upon public data shared at this meeting...
Health Canada Approves cabozantinib Giving Physicians and Patients a Novel Second-Line Option in the Fight Against Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma
SOURCE : Canadian News Wire Release MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 19, 2018 /CNW/ - Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Canada Inc. today announced the Health Canada approval of CABOMETYX™ (cabozantinib), a once-daily oral tablet,2 indicated for the treatment of adult patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) who have...
Kidney Cancer Canada announces The B. Lois Smith Kidney Cancer Research Award
Kidney Cancer Canada and the Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada are pleased to announce an incredible funding opportunity for kidney cancer researchers. The B. Lois Smith Kidney Cancer Research Award supports peer-reviewed research that promotes excellence in kidney cancer research. As a direct...
Kidney Cancer Canada announces 2019-2021 Operating Grant Competition.
Kidney Cancer Canada, the Kidney Cancer Research Network of Canada & The Cancer Research Society fund a significant 2019-2021 Operating Grant competition. One Canadian kidney cancer researcher will receive $120,000 to improve the lives of patients and caregivers. Thank you to all our donors...
The Move to Beat Cancer project launches Canada-wide
Canadians across the country gear up to Move to Beat Cancer. Move to Beat Cancer brings people and their communities together in a dynamic, social and festive way to create awareness about cancer prevention and to raise money for patient programs and research. The...
CANO | ACIO Award of Excellence in Kidney Cancer Nursing
Kidney Cancer Cancer | Cancer du Rein Canada is looking to honour a nurse or group of nurses that has made an exceptional difference to the lives of kidney cancer patients. The Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology | Association canadienne des infirmières en...
Kidney Canada Canada | Cancer du rein Canada is pleased to welcome Gerry Backs as Director of Development and Donor Relations
Gerry has more than 25 years’ experience providing professional support to local, national and international charities. He built high-performance non-profit teams and managed numerous successful fundraising campaigns all across Canada. Gerry is Certified Fundraising Executive since 1999 and in 2002 he completed a...
Exceptional contributions to cancer research recognized at Canadian Cancer Research Conference
[Canadian Cancer Research Alliance] October 30, 2017 (TORONTO) - The Canadian Cancer Research Alliance (CCRA) announced today the recipients of its biennial awards which recognize significant contributions to cancer research in Canada. “These awards demonstrate CCRA’s continuing recognition of excellence in cancer research,”...
Valuable information for Ontario cancer patients – Trillium Drug Program
The Trillium Drug Program (TDP) is intended for Ontario residents who have high prescription drug costs in relation to their net household income. The TDP provides coverage for prescription drug products (in the same manner as the Ontario Drug Benefit program) that are listed on...
Cancer patients celebrate new program for take-home cancer medications in Nova Scotia
-- Province’s investment into the cancer system could eliminate financial hardship for patients -- [CanCertainty] Halifax, Nova Scotia, September 27, 2017 – The CanCertainty Coalition, the united voice of 35 Canadian cancer organizations, applauds the McNeil Government’s decision to address the funding gap for takehome...
Upcoming Patient Education Meetings
LIVE WEBINARUP-TO-THE MINUTE KIDNEY CANCER TREATMENT NEWSSeptember 27, 2017 | 8 pm EDT Dr Christian Kollmannsberger (BC) and Dr Anil Kapoor (ON) bring you the latest treatment information from the European Society Medical Oncology (ESMO) Annual Congress in our National Webinar. Kidney cancer survivor,...
A touching share from the Maritimes
We have come a long way in the treatment of kidney cancer since my husband was diagnosed in 2000. At the time, his prognosis was poor. There was only one treatment available in Canada and the patient response to the drug was very low. David’s...
Cabozantinib pCODR Review – Your Input is needed!
Kidney Cancer Canada is seeking input from kidney cancer patients and their caregivers about their experiences and challenges with kidney cancer and current treatments. The results of this survey will help inform our submission to the pan-Canadian Oncology Drug Review (pCODR) for the drug...
Summary of Kidney Cancer Take-Home Messages from ESMO 2017
Article by the International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC) Note: The following summary was prepared by patient advocates for the benefit of patient organisations who focus on kidney cancer. While this summary has been medically reviewed, the information contained herein is based upon...
Bristol-Myers stop kidney cancer drug tests after early success
(Reuters) - Bristol-Myers Squibb Co said on Thursday the success of its combination therapy to improve overall survival in kidney cancer patients helped it end the trial well ahead of schedule, despite earlier reporting mixed results on other main goals. The company said a...
Expand your care options: Dr. Daniel Heng on clinical trials
One of the topics on the Kidney Cancer Canada website that gets a lot of attention is the list of clinical trials. We update the list when new trials open and our medical writer speaks regularly with trial researchers. But, what is a clinical...
Are you helping kidney cancer research?
BY DR. NAVEEN BASAPPA and RANJENA MALONI In April 2017, the pan-Canadian Oncology Drug Review (pCODR) called for submissions on whether Axitinib should be used and funded as an equally accessible second-line treatment for metastatic kidney cancer. pCODR asked Kidney Cancer...
Cancer survivor takes helm of Kidney Cancer Canada | Cancer du rein Canada
TORONTO, August 28, 2017: Kidney Cancer Canada | Cancer du rein Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Andrew as the Executive Director of the organization. “Stephen has a tremendous passion and dedication to Kidney Cancer Canada | Cancer du rein Canada...
Is Canada a Caring Society? New Report Reveals Progress and Gaps in Supporting Family Carers
SOURCE: Canadian Home Care Association OTTAWA, July 26, 2017 /CNW/ - Over 8 million carers (also referred to as family caregivers) impact the lives of Canadians every day. They provide care and support to loved ones, family members and friends; and contribute over...
Free Ultrasound Screenings for Kidney Cancer mark World Kidney Cancer Day
ADVISORY: TORONTO, ON, June 20, 2017 /CNW/ - Media are invited to attend free kidney cancer ultrasound screenings at the Concourse Level of the OPG building at 700 University Avenue (College and University) on Thursday June 22, 2017. These ultrasound screenings will provide shoppers...
Mayor of Fredericton, N.B. has proclaimed June 22, 2017 World Kidney Cancer Day in his city
Mike O’Brien, Mayor of Fredericton, New Brunswick, has proclaimed June 22nd, 2017 World Kidney Cancer Day in his city. A short presentation to the Mayor and City Council on how far treatments for kidney cancer have come since 2000, where we are now and...
Shocking growth in kidney cancer rates
8 year statistics predict more than 20 percent increase TORONTO, June 20, 2017– More than 6,000 Canadians will be diagnosed with kidney cancer this year. Experts predict from 2012 to 2020, kidney cancer will increase globally by a shocking 22 percent “Populations are...
New Canadian research projects include work to block spread of kidney cancer
BY RANJENA MALONI Kidney Cancer Canada is funding several exciting research projects across the country that are working at ways to stop the spread of kidney cancer and to develop tests so that doctors can determine what drugs will work for individual patients. A partnership...
The CANO | ACIO Award of Excellence in Kidney Cancer Nursing
Kidney Cancer Cancer | Cancer du Rein Canada is looking to honour a nurse or group of nurses that has made an exceptional difference to the lives of kidney cancer patients. The Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology | Association canadienne des infirmières en oncologie...
Kidney Cancer Canada Ups Benchstrength Adding Accomplished Health Care professionals to Board
MEDIA RELEASE Ottawa, Ontario, April 23, 2017 – Kidney Cancer Canada elected Dr. Anil Kapoor, MD, FRCSC and Dr. Mona Sabharwal, Pharm.D. to its Board of Directors today, bringing significant experience and expertise to the organisation’s leadership. A leading uro-oncologist, Dr. Kapoor is the current...
Founders of Kidney Cancer Canada Receive Meritorious Service Decorations from Governor General
MEDIA RELEASE Two Canadians diagnosed with kidney cancer who filled a gap in the Canadian health care system received Meritorious Service Decorations today from Governor General David Johnston at a ceremony in Ottawa. Deb Maskens and the late Tony Clark, the founders of Kidney Cancer...
Kidney cancer expert shares hopeful new research
Kidney cancer expert shares hopeful new researchby tbnewswatch.com Thunder Bay – Thursday November 19, 2015) – Dr. Anil Kapoor was the keynote speaker at a kidney cancer treatment and emerging therapies public information session on Thursday evening at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre...
Kidney cancer expert shares hopeful new research with regional cancer professionals and patients
(Thunder Bay – Thursday November 19, 2015)– Dr. Anil Kapoor, leading researcher and uro-oncologist from St. Joseph’s Healthcare in Hamilton and Chair of the Medical Advisory Board for Kidney Cancer Canada, was the keynote speaker at a kidney cancer treatment and...
There is Hope for Kidney Cancer Patients
There is Hope for Kidney Cancer Patientsby Sarah Chow THUNDER BAY – HEALTH – Kidney cancer is not as common as breast or prostate cancer. We don’t often hear about it in the media, or think about it when we consider our health risks....
Kidney Cancer Patients Turn Experience into Advocacy
Kidney Cancer Patients Turn Experience into AdvocacyBy Sara Chow(published in the Chronicle Journal) For Pat and Lynne Sevean, kidney cancer was not a health concern. That changed when both of them were diagnosed with it in 2014. Neither of them knew much about kidney...
Ontario Uro-Oncologist to lead Canadian group of kidney cancer experts
MEDIA RELEASE Kidney Cancer Canada is pleased to announce leading researcher and Uro-Oncologist, Dr. Anil Kapoor, as the new Chair of its Medical Advisory Board. As the Director of the McMaster Institute of Urology at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, Dr. Kapoor knows first-hand the...
Top 10 Research Priorities in Kidney Cancer
What are the top 10 research priorities in kidney cancer Citizen involvement in kidney cancer research prioritization Background Top 10 Research Priorities in Kidney Cancer ...
New Research Chair in Kidney Cancer in Atlantic Canada
Tuesday October 11, 2011 - Moncton, New Brunswick. Dr. Sandra Turcotte has been announced as the new Canadian Cancer Society Research Chair at the Université de Moncton. Born and raised in Chicoutimi, Quebec, Dr. Turcotte earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry as well as...
Sunitinib rechallenge benefited select metastatic renal cell carcinomas
– by Jason Harris - HemOnc Today: Clinical News in Oncology and Hematology Sunitinib rechallenge has potential as a treatment option in select patients with favorable- or intermediate-risk metastatic renal cell carcinoma, according to the results of a trial presented at the 2010 Genitourinary Cancers...
U.S. FDA approves GSK’s Votrient (pazopanib) for mrcc
Votrient, a once-daily, oral medication, is an angiogenesis inhibitor which may help prevent the growth of new blood vessels, thereby blocking the growthof kidney cancer tumors that need blood vessels to survive. The new drug submission (NDS) for Pazopanib is currently under review by Health...
Bayer’s Novel Anti-Cancer Compound Regorafenib (BAY 73-4506) Showed Stabilization or Regression in 81 Percent of Kidney Cancer Patients
BERLIN, Sept. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Bayer today announced results from a Phase II trial of regorafenib (BAY 73-4506), a potent oral multi-kinase inhibitor, which demonstrated that treatment with regorafenib resulted in a 31 percent partial response rate and 50 percent stabilization rate in patients with...
Rises in incidence of kidney cancer
Cancer Care Ontario has release a fact sheet detailing the rising incidence of kidney cancer in Ontario and around the world. The attached sheet reports rising incidence rates in women along with contributing factors. Download Information...
Rises in incidence of kidney cancer
Cancer Care Ontario has release a fact sheet detailing the rising incidence of kidney cancer in Ontario and around the world. The attached sheet reports rising incidence rates in women along with contributing factors. Download ...
ABT-869 Trial for Advanced RCC
An Open-Label, Phase 2 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Tolerability of ABT-869 in Subjects With Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) Who Have Previously Received Treatment With Sunitinib. This trial is an Open-Label, Phase 2 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Tolerability of ABT-869 in...
Avastin approved in EU for rcc
Avastin (bevacizumab) has been approved in Europe for first-line treatment of renal cell carcinoma.As of November 2007, Avastin has not been approved for rcc in either the U.S. or Canada. Avastin is approved in Canada for colorectal cancer, but is not funded in every province....
Pazopanib shows positive results in phase II trials
Pazopanib, another anti-angiogenesis drug, has shown positive results in Phase II trials for advanced kidney cancer. For more information about pazopanib, see: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/73025.php ...
Axitinib showing promise for rcc
A new drug from Pfizer has demonstrated positive results in Phase II trials in the U.S.Phase III trials are open in the U.S. and some sites in Canada. Axinitib is being studied as a 2nd line treatment for mrcc (clear cell) versus sorafenib (Nexavar) For...
