Record #:
ONT00011
Last Full Update:
18 Aug 2025
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
Services and Programs:
|
| Areas Served |
Ontario |
| Boundaries |
Ontario |
| Eligibility |
People living with cancer, family members, friends, health care providers * general public |
| Application |
Telephone or visit website |
| Languages |
English ; French |
| Fees |
Free |
Site Information
| Site Location |
Toronto (Old Toronto) |
| Located In Community |
Toronto Downtown |
| Address & Map |
|
| Intersection |
Yonge St and St Clair Ave W |
| Physical Access |
Fully Accessible |
Categories and Classification
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