DOLLARS AT WORK
Bringing together communities of cancer survivors, cyclists and supporters, The Ride to Conquer Cancer has raised more than $85 million in nine years, making it B.C.’s largest cycling fundraiser. Funds raised ensure researchers and clinicians at BC Cancer have the support needed to re-invent the standard of cancer care through leading-edge research.
The Ride to Conquer Cancer series is Canada’s largest peer-to-peer fundraising event.
The BC Cancer Foundation is the largest funder of cancer research in the province and is on a mission to reduce the incidence of cancer, reduce the mortality rate of people with cancer and improve the quality of life of people living with cancer.
Funds from the Ride have:
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Researchers, scientists and doctors at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre are developing ways to make surgery, radiation and drug treatments more targeted to the cells with cancer. This approach will leave healthy tissue intact, minimizing toxic side effects, and new treatments such as Immune Therapy will help lead to better survival rates.
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is working to provide programs and strategies to help patients living with cancer and their families to cope with the emotional and physical effects of cancer treatment. The award-winning survivorship, patient education and psychosocial support programs help reduce stress and improve the overall patient experience.