Feature Stories
Learn about new initiatives underway to overcome ovarian cancer and meet people who are committed to making a difference.
Stories found here are from Seeds of Hope, the monthly e‑newsletter.
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro has been in Aimable Turabumukiza’s “basket of dreams” since he first saw “this most beautiful mountain” after fleeing the Rwandan genocide as a badly injured teenager in 1994.
Bring on the fashion, the comedy and cocktails, the live and silent auctions and the music - it’s time for LOVE HER!
Sunday, September 9, 2012 marks the 11th annual Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope in 47 cities across Canada.
At Ovarian Cancer Canada, we are continually reminded of the “ripple effect” of ovarian cancer and how people are inspired to create a community of support around the women they love who are diagnosed with this disease. Some friends and family members even undertake amazing feats of hope.
For Bruce Galloway, his volunteer work as Chair of the Ovarian Cancer Canada’s Board of Directors was both personal and business.
On May 1, 2007, Irish hurling champion Tony Griffin embarked on a remarkable journey.
Third party events are a great way to raise awareness and money for a cause that is close to your heart.
“There is a solution out there and we have to keep going after it.”
Studies show that when surgery for ovarian cancer is performed by a gynecologic oncologist, outcomes are significantly improved. This is among many reasons Ovarian Cancer Canada has a longstanding partnership with the Society of Gynecologic Oncology of Canada (GOC), an organization that convenes gynecologic oncologists and other healthcare professionals involved in gynecological cancer care and management.
The second annual Expedition of Hope took place in September 2014. Heartfelt thanks to our eight hikers who raised almost $45,000 in support of Ovarian Cancer Canada.