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To arrange an interview with a Canadian Cancer Society spokesperson, please contact:

Jessica Abdilla
Communications Specialist
437-266-8972
[email protected]

Our latest media releases

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The Canadian Cancer Society calls on all Prince Edward Island parties to make palliative care & caregiver support a priority this election
March 8, 2023
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The Canadian Cancer Society welcomes increase in specific tax on tobacco products
February 8, 2023
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Canadian Cancer Society survey reveals access to cancer care remains inconsistent 3 years into pandemic
February 4, 2023
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The Canadian Cancer Society commends the federal government for implementing an extension to the EI sickness benefit from 15 to 26 weeks
November 25, 2022
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The Canadian Cancer Society builds on partnership with the NHL and the NHLPA with new awareness campaign
November 2, 2022
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Quebec elections: the Canadian Cancer Society sets three health priorities
August 24, 2022
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Canadian Cancer Society supports New Brunswick student’s call for immediate government action against youth vaping in new video 
July 6, 2022
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Canadian Cancer Society commends world-first requirement for health warnings on every cigarette
June 10, 2022
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The Canadian Cancer Society welcomes the Interdepartmental Action Plan of the Government Health Prevention Policy
June 9, 2022
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The Canadian Cancer Society supports new e-cigarette product tax introduced in federal budget as key measure to reduce youth vaping
April 7, 2022
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March 24, 2022
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New Canadian Cancer Society report uncovers the hidden costs of take-home cancer drugs in Ontario and the urgent need for provincial funding
January 19, 2022
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Canadian Cancer Society celebrates Quebec Court of Appeal unanimously upholding Quebec restrictions on e-cigarette advertising
November 17, 2021
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Tobacco plain packaging momentum continues worldwide with 38 countries and territories moving forward with regulations
November 9, 2021
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The Canadian Cancer Society reacts to launch of the Quebec government's action plan for caregivers 2021-2026
October 29, 2021
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Canadian Cancer Society announces new Don Green Palliative Care Advocacy Team dedicated to transforming hospice palliative care across Canada
October 13, 2021
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Canadian Cancer Society congratulates Liberal Party on election
September 22, 2021
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September 14, 2021