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Childhood cancer is the leading cause of disease-related death among Canadian children.
One in five diagnosed children dies from the disease, and diagnoses are increasing each year. Survivors often face lifelong health challenges that impact their quality of life and productivity.
Sustained investment in childhood cancer research is vital for ensuring childhood cancer survivors have a chance at a healthy, productive future.
Canada is currently overly dependent on international sponsors for clinical trials and other advanced treatments. Our clinical research infrastructure is fragile and our children are vulnerable to political changes in the United States.
ACCESS (Advancing Childhood Cancer Experience, Science & Survivorship) is a pan-Canadian network launched in 2023 that unites more than 1,000 survivors, families, researchers, clinicians, and community partners to transform the pediatric cancer landscape.
ACCESS is asking the federal government for:
$8 million to sustain ongoing work and develop a
national pediatric cancer strategy.
$80 million over four years to implement the national strategy and
ensure equitable access to care across Canada.
Raise awareness through social media, meet with your MP, and share any way you can in your community.