Learn more about childhood cancer and the work of Kids Cancer Care in your community and beyond.
Changing the course of childhood cancer
We all have friends, family or loved ones who have been impacted by cancer and all of us, at one time or another, have been pulled into its devastating wake. Cancer is awful, but there is nothing more unfair than a cancer diagnosis of a child. We invite you to be a part of a community of people dedicated to ending childhood cancers. Together, we can make a difference.
Understanding childhood cancer
Explore more about Kids Cancer Care and the battle with childhood cancer
About Kids Cancer Care
The Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta is a charitable organization that helps families fighting childhood cancer in Alberta.
About childhood cancer
Childhood cancers differ from adults cancers. They develop in different parts of the body, look different under the microscope and respond differently to treatments.
About childhood cancer research
We are committed to being a catalyst for groundbreaking research in pediatric cancer. We believe in a world where every child has a cure and every child has a fighting chance against cancer.
The impact of your support in 2024
Together, we are helping young people and families survive and thrive in body, mind and spirit.
130 hours of care
60 kids and parents benefitting from 130 hours of care and support with our registered social worker and child life specialist.
1,847 tutoring hours
75 kids benefitting from 1,847 hours of customized tutoring support.
622 school kids
622 learning about cancer and developing compassion for children with cancer through Cancer in the Classroom.
19 teens giving back
19teens volunteering and raising funds to support health care initiatives for underserved communities in Mexico.
1,500 kids and parents
1,500 kids and parents registering for our programs and services.
18,051 volunteer hours
394 volunteers giving 18,051 hours, saving us $487,377 or the equivalent of 9 full-time positions.
376 exercise hours
95 kids benefitting from 376 hours of exercise, managing the effects of cancer and restoring strength and fitness levels.
379 kids enjoying camp
379 kids affected by cancer building friendships, resilience and new skills at camp.
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What our families are saying
Before cancer, I was reserved and timid, but now look at me! Look at what I have been through and what I know I can do. Kids Cancer Care is helping to shape the person I am today.
– cancer survivor
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What our families are saying
Kids Cancer Care has given us another family, one who understands what we are going through, a support system for when we are tired. And it gives us a chance to give back too.
– parent
What our families are saying
Cancer is scary. It changes the way you look at the world and how you feel about yourself. By being with other kids like me, I felt a new normal and I feel like I have a place in this world again.
– camper
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Thank you to our generous fundraising partners who make our programs and services possible
