Feature Stories
Learn about new initiatives underway to overcome ovarian cancer, and meet people who are committed to making a difference.
Each year, the Peggy Truscott Award of Hope is presented to volunteers across the country who support the mission of Ovarian Cancer Canada. These volunteers rally communities far and wide, shine a light on this important women’s health issue and amplify the voices of those affected. We are excited to celebrate with you the 2022 recipients.
Ovarian Cancer Canada takes a multi-pronged approach to ensure that all types of the disease, even the rarest ones, are prioritized to ensure that everyone benefits from the best available science as quickly as possible.
As communities across Canada prepare to come together for the 20th annual Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope, the people we all walk for are at the forefront of this mission. Meet some of the women sharing their experiences to inspire hope this year.
In communities across the country, Teal Sisters and supporters took steps for a brighter future at the 2022 Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope. Together, the community raised $1.4 million to support vital research, programs and advocacy efforts. And there's still time to help us reach our collective goal of $1.5 million. Enjoy stories and pictures from the day, and learn how you can continue to make an impact.
Bianca Hayes is a woman on a mission to raise $1 million for ovarian cancer and set a Guinness World Record for the women’s fastest trans-Canada ride. After losing her sister to this disease in 2018, Bianca has been propelled by the desire to make meaningful change for all those affected.
Qingchuan Zhao’s research awarded the 2022 Anita Unruh Prize from Ovarian Cancer Canada
Ovarian Cancer Canada is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with the Quebec Cancer Foundation to ensure that all people living with at and at risk of ovarian cancer in Quebec receive the support and information they need to live fuller, better, longer lives.
Together with the Cancer Research Society, Ovarian Cancer Canada recently announced funding for 10 new projects focused on improving treatment so that people with this disease can live longer and better. Find out how those with lived experience with ovarian cancer contributed to deliberations, and how research is being changed for the better.
People from across Canada tuned in online for Ovarian Cancer Canada’s Fall Symposium, where they heard from leading experts about progress against the disease, met Teal Sisters living with ovarian cancer, and celebrated the community dedicated to making a difference. There was something for everyone at the Fall Symposium.
On Sunday, September 12, thousands of people participated in the Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope. Inspiring messages, photos and videos circulated on social media, and vital funds were raised to help save lives. Read on to find out why we walk.