Hope and Support is Found Here

If your life has been affected by a brain tumour, we are here to help.

Who We Are: A dedicated team of volunteers, patients, survivors, family members, health care professionals and staff, determined to make the journey with a brain tumour one full of hope and support. We work collaboratively to serve the needs of those Canadians affected by all types of brain tumours.

What We Do: Information, education and support is available and research continues into the cause of and a cure for brain tumours.

Every year, thousands of Canadians affected by brain tumours find emotional support and comfort while gaining a better understanding and knowledge of their disease through a range of programs and services available across the country. This includes: up-to-date brain tumour information material, numerous education events and support groups. Important brain tumour research is also supported through annual grants, a fellowship and the brain tumour tissue bank.

Learn more about how your donation supports the 55,000 Canadians affected by a brain tumour by reading past editions of the annual Report to the Community.

Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is funded entirely through generous donations from individuals, corporations, and employee groups as well as through memorial gifts, planned giving and special events.

We welcome donations, large or small.

Steve Northey discusses why our mission to help patients is so important.

Learn about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada's history through one of the people who founded the organization in 1982 (opens with Microsoft Media Player). 

A Glance at Programs & Services

Patient Resource Handbook - A comprehensive, easy-to-read guide to brain tumours. Available in Adult and Pediatric versions, in English and French.

1-800-265-5106 - This toll-free, Canada-wide support and information line is answered by our friendly, knowledgeable staff Monday to Friday.

Support Groups - Brain tumour patients, families and survivors meet monthly across the country to share concerns, fears, hopes and dreams in a safe, supportive environment. Call today or check the website for a Support Group near you.

Online Chat & Message Board - Join the chat room, message board and moderated chats with medical and other professionals to share experiences and gain information with patients, survivors, families and friends. It’s free and easy to do, check the calendar for upcoming events.

BrainStorm Newsletter - Get inspired by stories of hope and triumph. Obtain reliable information about research, treatment and patient support and learn about the important donors who support these programs and services.

www.braintumour.ca - Find information and support right here, as well as to find out about events and volunteering, or to browse the message board.

Learning Opportunities - Brain Tumour Information Day Conferences and Education Seminars - Full and half day conferences featuring the latest developments in the field of brain tumour treatment and research. Medical professionals, researchers and survivors share information and stories.

Funding Research - Since 1985, more than 1.75 million has been invested in brain tumour research by the organization. The Reserach Grant program directly supports research into causes and treatments. We also fund the Brain Tumour Tissue Bank providing brain tumour tissue samples to researchers around the world.

Children’s Storybook - A Friend in Hope tells the story of Hope, a young girl who has a brain tumour through the eyes of her best friend Danny. Young readers learn about the challenges Hope faces, such as medical treatments, losing her hair, hospital stays and missing school.

Spring Sprint - This walk/run fundraiser happens across Canada every spring. Volunteers organize spring sprints in their home community, raising funds and awareness along the way.

The National Office - Head Office is located at 620 Colborne St., Suite 301, London, Ontario, N6B 3R9.