Access a variety of support and resources in your area or online from the comfort of your home. Here you will find local support groups, online communities and informative resources focused on living with ovarian cancer.
OVdialogue is an online community where women with ovarian cancer can connect with one another for advice and encouragement. This secure discussion board is professionally moderated and available anytime, anywhere. It was built with guidance from women who have personally experienced ovarian cancer, as well as leading experts, so that every woman living with this disease will always have someone by her side. Participants share experiences, and ask questions on a host of topics including drugs and side effects, anxiety and depression, coping mechanisms, and fear of recurrence.
Cancer Chat Canada hosts professionally led online support groups for cancer patients.
The study purpose is to examine the usefulness of an online support group for women with breast cancer or gynecological cancer on topics about body image and sexuality. The study will assess the acceptance and effectiveness of the online group, as well as satisfaction of participating in such a group.
Get to know others who can relate to your journey. Studies show that receiving support has a positive effect on quality of life. Search your region for support groups that meet in-person on a regular basis.
Moncton
The New Brunswick Breast and Women’s Cancer Partnership, Community Program
nbbwcp-pcscfnb.ca, (506) 858-8252, ext. 240,
nbbwcpjulie@gmail.com
To support women at risk or who have been diagnosed with breast, ovarian, cervical or uterine cancer, and link them to provincial, health zone and community support services.
Montreal
JGH Hope & Cope Wellness Centre/Lou’s House
hopeandcope.ca, 514-340-8222 (call Rifka at ext. 4854)
English Support Group exclusively for women diagnosed with ovarian, fallopian or peritoneal cancer.
Montreal West Island
West Island Cancer Wellness Center (WICWC)
wicwc.org, 514-695-9355
The Ovarian Support Circle, support group for women diagnosed with ovarian, fallopian or peritoneal cancer.
Cambridge
HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre
hopespring.ca, 519-742-4673, support@hopespring.ca
Support group for women with cancer
Hamilton
Wellwood
wellwood.on.ca, 905-667-8870, wellwood@hhsc.ca
Gynecological cancer support group
Kemptville
613-258-7778
Cancer peer support group
Kingston
Ovation Circle
613-387-1095 or 613-547-8610
Ovarian cancer peer support group
London
Wellspring London and Region
www.wellspring.ca/london-region, 519.438.7379, feedback@wellspringlondon.ca
Ovarian cancer support group
Niagara Region
Wellspring Niagara
www.wellspring.ca/Niagara, 905-684-7619
Ovarian cancer support group meets monthly
Oshawa
Hearth Place
hearthplace.org, 905-579-4833
Gynecologic cancer support group – 7-week program
Ottawa
gynegalsottawa@gmail.com
Gynecologic cancer peer support group
Peterborough
Hospice Peterborough
hospicepeterborough.org, 705-742-4042, admin@hospicepeterborough.org
Women’s cancer support group
Simcoe
Women with Cancer Support Group
519-582-4202, joan@ajd.ca
Peer support group for women with cancer
Toronto
Ovarian Cancer Peer Support Network – GTA
ovcapeers.com, ovcapeers@gmail.com
Ovarian cancer peer support group
Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation Downtown Toronto
www.wellspring.ca/downtown-toronto, 416-961-1928
Ovarian cancer support group
Waterloo Region
HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre
hopespring.ca, 519-742-4673, support@hopespring.ca
Ovarian cancer support group
Winchester
Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation Cancer Coaching
613-774-2420 ext. 6798, mrenaud@wdmh.on.ca
A Cancer Coach is available for anyone with cancer needs or issues to help them develop a plan to meet specific goals.
Windsor
A Closed Facebook Group has been organized by and for women with gynecological cancers. Members of the group meet socially about once a month.
Please email britt.kascjak@gmail.com for more information.
Online
GyneGal Support group
Description and contact details
12-week support group on body image, sexuality and intimate relationships for women with gynecological cancer
Regina
The Regina Ovarian and gynecological cancer support group meets on the last Monday of every month, 5:30pm
Location determined on a monthly basis
Informal gathering with an opportunity to meet one another, and share experiences. Women living with any type of gynecological cancer are welcome.
Please contact Anne Chase at d.chase@accesscomm.ca
Saskatoon
The Saskatoon ovarian and gynecological cancer support group meets one Saturday per month, 11:30 – 1:00.
Location determined on a monthly basis.
Informal gathering with an opportunity to meet one another, and share experiences. Women living with any type of gynecological cancer are welcome.
Please contact Catt McDonald at catt@azmusclemart.com
Winnipeg
The Winnipeg Support group meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Meetings are held at the Jolly Friar at the Norwood Hotel.
Informal gathering with an opportunity to meet one another, and share experiences. Women living with any type of gynecological cancer are welcome.
Please contact Val or Doreen at ovariansurvivorsmb@gmail.co
Calgary
Supportive Expressive Group Therapy for Women with Ovarian Cancer
403-355-3207
Every Thursday, Tom Baker Cancer Centre
Mutual support, openness, expressiveness, coping skills, social & family support, integration of changed self & body image. Support group for women who had ovarian cancer and treatment with chemotherapy.
Edmonton
Ovarian Cancer Support Group
1-877-413-7979, tkolwich@ovariancanada.org
Third Wednesday every month, 6:00 pm –8:00pm. Wellspring, 11306 65 Ave NW, Edmonton
Informal gathering with an opportunity to meet one another, and share experiences. Woman living with any type of gynecological cancer are welcome.
Online
GyneGal Support group
Description and contact details
12-week support group on body image, sexuality and intimate relationships for women with gynecological cancer
Abbotsford
Mindful Relaxation Support Group
604-851-4733 (Patient & Family Counselling Services)
Enhance your ability to manage stress
Look Good Feel Better Program
604-877-6092 (leave a detailed message, a staff member will return your call)
Surrey
Look Good Feel Better Program
604-930-4000
Registration required. Led by trained volunteers every month on the second Monday from 9:30am to 11:30am and on the fourth Thursday from 1:30 to 3:30pm.
Vancouver
OvCa Support Group
604-676-3428, tkolwich@ovariancanada.org
The Centre For Peace, 1825 West 16th Avenue, Vancouver
Professionally-led support group on ovarian cancer
Relaxation and Stress Management
604-877-6000, ext. 672194; toll free 1-800-663-3333
Vancouver Centre, John Jambor Room, 1st floor
Drop-in group for patients and family members.
Women Living with Metastatic Cancer
604-877-6000, ex. 672194; toll free 1-800-663-3333
Vancouver Centre, Room 502, 5th floor
Drop-in group is for women dealing with metastatic cancer.
Victoria
Women with Metastatic Cancer Support Group
250-519-5528
Canadian Cancer Society Lodge, 2202 Richmond Rd
Safe and supportive environment to share feelings and explore new ways of coping. Every third Tuesday from 1:00 until 3:00 pm. Registration is required.
Ovarian Cancer Support Group
250-519-5525 or toll free 1-800-670-3322 ext. 695525
This group provides an opportunity to connect with other women who are living with ovarian cancer. Monthly from 10:30 to noon on the third Thursday.
Online
GyneGal Support group
Description and contact details
12-week support group on body image, sexuality and intimate relationships for women with gynecological cancer