Record #:
ONT00011
Last Full Update:
21 Aug 2024
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 416-488-5400 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-939-3333 |
| TTY Phone | 1-866-786-3934 |
| Fax | 416-488-2872 |
| info@cancer.ca | |
| Website | www.cancer.ca/en/?region=on |
Agency Information
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1938 |
| Funding | Donations ; Provincial - MHLTC |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | National community-based organization provides information on cancer prevention, detection and treatment for all types of cancer * offers programs and services for people living with cancer * funds cancer research The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and Prostate Cancer Canada has merged into the Canadian Cancer Society Breast Cancer Support and Information Team - Information and referral line for people with breast cancer or a high-risk diagnosis, offering support, information and help locating resources * confidential service Cancer Information Service - National, bilingual, toll-free service offering comprehensive information about cancer and community resources Peer Match Program - Provides one-to-one, confidential support over the telephone Smokers' Helpline - Free confidential information, advice, and support about quitting smoking through telephone, online and text services |
| Areas Served | Ontario |
| Boundaries | Ontario |
| Eligibility | People living with cancer, family members, friends, health care providers and general public |
| Application | Telephone or visit website |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | Free |
Site Information
| Site Location | Toronto (Old Toronto) |
| Located In Community | Toronto Downtown North |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Yonge St and St Clair Ave E |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Categories and Classification
| HCSD Main Heading | Disabilities |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Disability Associations |
| Service Categories | Disease/Disability Information ~ Cancer ; Voluntary Health Organizations ~ Cancer |
