Lisez le communiqué de presse complet ici : cancer.ca/fr/about-us/media-releases/2026/crc-news-release #MoisDeLaSensibilisationAuCancerColorectal

C’est pourquoi la Société canadienne du cancer appelle les provinces et territoires à abaisser à 45 ans l’âge d’admissibilité aux programmes organisés de dépistage du cancer colorectal pour les personnes exposées à un risque moyen, au lieu de l’âge actuel de 50 ans.

⚠️ Le cancer colorectal est au quatrième rang des cancers les plus diagnostiqués au Canada, et est la deuxième cause de décès lié au cancer dans la population canadienne. ⚠️

Read the full news release here: cancer.ca/en/about-us/media-releases/2026/crc-news-release #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth

That’s why the Canadian Cancer Society is calling on provinces and territories to lower the starting age of organized colorectal cancer screening programs to 45 for people at average risk, from the current age of 50.

⚠️ Colorectal cancer is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer in Canada and the second leading cause of cancer-related death among Canadians. ⚠️

Nous avons eu le plaisir de rencontrer Marcus Powlowski, député de Thunder Bay-Rainy River, afin de discuter d’un meilleur accès aux soins et aux traitements pour les personnes atteintes de #cancer au #Canada.

We had a wonderful time meeting with MP Marcus Powlowski from Thunder Bay-Rainy River to discuss better access to care and treatments for people with #cancer in #Canada.

🎉 Progrès en prévention du VPH au NB! Bravo au @gouvnb.bsky.social: les adultes de 18 à 45 ans immunodéprimés ou gbHARSAH peuvent désormais recevoir gratuitement le vaccin contre le VPH en pharmacie. C’est un pas de plus vers l’élimination du cancer du col de l’utérus d’ici 2040.

🎉 Progress for HPV prevention in NB! Well done @govnb.bsky.social. Effective today, adults 18–45 who are immunocompromised or GBMSM can access publicly funded HPV vaccines at pharmacies - reducing barriers and moving us closer to eliminating cervical cancer by 2040.

This #WorldCancerDay, the federal government tabled Bill S-5, the Connected Care for Canadians Act. CCS applauds this step forward that we've long advocated for because stronger, more connected health data means improved care, fewer delays and more equitable outcomes for people affected by cancer.

Cancer costs the average patient nearly $33,000 in their lifetime. As part of our 2026 #ONBudget recommendations, we're urging MPPs to work with us on practical steps that begin to reduce these costs for those affected by #cancer, as well as prevention and hospice investments including:

Last week, we were pleased to present our recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance and Public Affairs as part of the 2026 #Ontario Budget consultation process. Our priorities are practical, affordable and aligned to the goals of the government. #onpoli

Le décès de la députée Kirsty Duncan est une grande perte pour le Canada. Son leadership en recherche, son appui des femmes de science et son engagement dans la lutte contre le cancer laissent un héritage durable. Son parcours nous inspire à militer pour l’amélioration de la prévention et des soins.

The passing of MP Kirsty Duncan is a deep loss for Canada. Her leadership in strengthening our research ecosystem - including championing women in science - and improving cancer control leaves a lasting legacy. Her story inspires us to keep pushing for better prevention and care.

À l’occasion de la Semaine nationale sans fumée, nous exhortons les gouvernements fédéral, provinciaux et territoriaux à faire progresser la prévention du cancer en renforçant les mesures visant à atteindre l’objectif de réduire l’usage du tabac à moins de 5 % d’ici 2035. #SemaineNationaleSansFumée

During National Non-Smoking Week, we urge federal, provincial and territorial governments to advance cancer prevention by strengthening measures to achieve the objective of under 5% tobacco use by 2035. #NationalNonSmokingWeek #NNSW

We recommend that the Ontario government: provide public coverage for Take-Home Cancer Drugs, prioritize an evidence review to fund PSA testing for prostate cancer for asymptomatic men, and run a pilot project for free parking at Ontario’s 14 cancer centres. #onpoli

This week we attended the Ontario Minister of Finance’s Pre-Budget Consultation to highlight the voices of 65K+ Canadians who signed our cost of cancer petition. While the average cancer patient faces ~$33k in out-of-pocket costs over their lifetime, we called on the government to reduce that burden

CCS applauds @nikisharma.bsky.social and the BC government for its leadership with the announcement that the province will seek to recoup costs related to the health harms from vaping. This effort will help us ensure that a new generation of youth in BC do not become addicted to nicotine. #bcpoli

Despite being one of the early adopters, Canada ranks just 40th in the world in palliative care. We need to keep investing to ensure everyone in Canada has access to the palliative care they deserve. To learn more and sign our petition, visit: www.cancer.ca/palliativecare #CancerInCanada

Last week, the #PalliativeCare Coalition of Canada hosted a Breakfast on Parliament Hill. To educate and advocate to #cdnpoli decision makers on the urgency of renewing our investment in palliative care in Canada, we brought the experience of community palliative care to them.

À la CCLA de l’OMS, à Genève, nous avons rencontré Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Ph. D., directeur général de @who.int, pour discuter des mises en garde apposées directement sur les cigarettes au #Canada, les premières au monde. @drtedros.who.int @whofctc.bsky.social

At the WHO #FCTC Conference in Geneva, we met Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director General of @who.int, to discuss Canada's world first health warnings printed directly on cigarettes @drtedros.who.int @whofctc.bsky.social

Un formidable progrès à l’échelle mondiale! cancer.ca/-/media/file...

Notre nouveau rapport recense 140 pays et territoires exigeant des mises en garde sanitaires assorties d’images explicites sur les paquets de cigarettes; 27 imposent l’emballage neutre. Le Canada et l’Australie sont les premiers à exiger des mises en garde sur chaque cigarette.

Our new report finds 140 countries/territories require graphic picture health warnings on cigarette packages; 27 require plain packaging. Canada and Australia are the 1st to require warnings on individual cigarettes. That's tremendous global progress! cancer.ca/-/media/file... @whofctc.bsky.social

Eliminating #cervicalcancer is within reach, but we need to act now and work together as a society to make it happen. Visit cancer.ca/stopcervicalcancer to send a letter to your elected official, demanding urgent action to eliminate cervical cancer. #CervicalCancerEliminationDayofAction

Recently, our team had the pleasure of meeting MP Maggie Chi to discuss the future of cancer care in Canada. Thank you MP Chi for your thoughtful advice and discussion!

Nous saluons l’engagement du gouvernement envers la recherche sur le cancer. Le financement attribué au Réseau des centres d'oncologie du Marathon de l'espoir de l’Institut de recherche Terry Fox permettra de faire avancer l’innovation...

We welcome the government’s continued commitment to cancer research. Proposed funding for the Terry Fox Research Institute’s Cancer Centres Network will help accelerate innovation and improve outcomes for Canadians affected by cancer. We look forward to continuing to work...

Today, @cancersociety.bsky.social EVP of Mission, Research and Advocacy Dr. Stuart Edmonds spoke at @coloncanada.bsky.social conference on the importance of building an equitable and accessible clinical trials system in Canada. CCS is proud to see Dr. Edmonds leading this important conversation!

While at Queen’s Park, patient advocate Nadia met with her MPP, Ontario Premier Doug Ford. She spoke about the financial burden that cancer placed on her family. Together, we can work together to make cancer care more affordable and accessible for Ontarians. #onpoli #costofcancer

CCS volunteer and prostate cancer patient, Dr. Anthony Dixon shared how his own diagnosis changed everything. He spoke about the financial and emotional costs, from parking fees to PSA tests. He also reflected on the gifts: empathy, purpose, and the power of early detection. Thank you Anthony!

Thank you to reception sponsor @johnjordan_lfk and all our speakers including Minister @SylviaJones, MPPs France Gelinas @nickelbelt, MPP @shamjiadil.bsky.social l, MPP @mikeschreiner.bsky.social . Your leadership helps drive real change for people facing cancer in Ontario! #CostOfCancer #onpoli

While at Queen’s Park, @cancersociety.bsky.social CEO Andrea Seale shared how affordability means something different when it’s about your health. Last year alone, patients and caregivers shouldered $7.5 billion in costs—delaying or going without care because they couldn’t afford it.

What a day at Queen’s Park! Our “Breakfast for Better Cancer Care” brought together CCS staff, volunteers, and MPPs to spotlight the real cost of cancer. We brought three tangible asks to Ontario MPPs that can reduce those costs right now. Thank you to everyone who joined us! #onpoli #costofcancer

Thank you MPP @tylerwatt.bsky.social for meeting with our advocates to discuss the importance of making #cancer care more affordable and accessible in #Ontario. We appreciate your time and support on this important issue! #onpoli

It was a pleasure meeting with MPP Doly Begum to discuss how we can improve #cancer care in #Ontario. Thank you for your time and engaging in this important conversation! #onpoli

Thank you Honourable Sylvia Jones for taking the time to meet with Andrea, our CEO, and our advocates to discuss the importance of making #cancer care more affordable and accessible in #Ontario. We appreciate your time and attention to this critical issue. #onpoli

Grateful to MPP Jonathan Tsao for taking the time to connect with our Advocacy team and explore ways to strengthen #cancer care in #Ontario. Your support is truly appreciated! #onpoli

We're grateful to MPP @kristynwongtam.bsky.social for meeting with our team to talk about the future of #cancer care in #Ontario. Thank you for your time and thoughtful conversation! #onpoli

While at Queen's Park, our team of advocates were able to meet with MPP Rudy Cuzzetto to discuss how we can work together to improve access to affordable #cancer care in #Ontario. Thank you for your time and support! #onpoli

Our advocates were so thankful to meet with MPP @stephaniesmyth.bsky.social to talk about the work we are doing to make cancer care more accessible in Ontario. We spoke about Take Home Cancer Drugs, PSA testing, and Hospital Parking! Thank you again MPP Smyth #onpoli

Our team of advocates was extremely thankful to meet with MPP @lfairclough.bsky.social to talk about making cancer care more affordable and accessible for Ontarians. Thank you again MPP Fairclough! #onpoli

We were so pleased to catch up with Ontario Liberal Party leader @johnfraseros.bsky.social . Our group had a heartfelt conversation about making cancer care more affordable and accessible for Ontarians! #onpoli

Thank you MPP @Wayne_Gates for meeting with our advocates to talk about Take Home Cancer Drugs, PSA testing, and hospital parking. Your ongoing support is always appreciated! #GoJays #onpoli

Thank you to Ontario Green Party Leader MPP @MikeSchreiner for meeting with our advocates to talk about PSA testing and access to cancer care in Ontario. Your support is always greatly appreciated! #onpoli

Thank you MPP Sam Oosterhoff for your continued passion for improving access to care for people in Ontario. Our advocates had a great conversation about take home cancer drugs and information on PSA testing!

Thank you Premier Ford for taking the time to meet with our team and talk about the important ways in which we can collaborate to make cancer care more affordable and accessible in Ontario. Your support is greatly appreciated!