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Program: Support Services  
Organization: Canadian Cancer Society - Northwestern Region
Phone Numbers: 1-888-939-3333
TTY: 866-786-3934
Email: info@cancer.ca
Website: www.cancer.ca
Address:
Northwestern Ontario, ON
Location: No physical address; services provided via phone
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible    Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Hours not specified
Service Description: A national community-based organization of volunteers dedicated to the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer.

  • A national, community-based organization of volunteers
  • Funds research for all types of cancer
  • Offers information on cancer risk, prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and supportive care
  • Provides support for people living with cancer as well as family members and friends
  • Connects individuals with a survivor or caregiver to discuss what it's like to live with cancer
  • Provides the Wheels of Hope transportation program to bring individuals to and from cancer related appointments
  • Loans wigs and/or turbans free of charge to cancer patients
  • Provides support from a trained quit smoking specialist

  • Services and Programs:

    Fees: None
    Application: Call for more information
    Eligibility / Target Population: Individuals living with cancer and their families and friends
    Languages: English
    Language Notes: available via telephone
    Area Served:
    Kenora, Rainy River, and Thunder Bay  
    See Also: Cancer and Tumour Support Groups and Organizations
    Smoking
    Transportation - Non-Accessible and Volunteer

    This information was last completely updated on July 2, 2025

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