Stories of Courage and Hope

Personal stories of courage and hope exemplify what the brain tumour community is all about. No matter how you have been affected by a brain tumour, you will find stories that comfort and inspire. Stories are shared in a variety of ways:

  • These stories of patients, survivors, family and caregivers, share how they are involved in the organization and where their journey has taken them.
  • With the Hats Tribute you will be touched by the many people who have shared their special hat to showcase the reach of brain tumours. 
  • On the blog Courage and Hope, you will find stories written by the many people affected, in their own words. You can comment on the stories and interact with each other. 

Thank You to everyone who has shared their story, your courage to share provides hope and support to others.

Share your story and share your experiences with others.

Featured Story

May is 'Leave A Legacy' Month

It was August of 1985 when Shelley Fitak first began to learn about brain tumours. It was then that her first husband, Bob Thierman, was diagnosed with a brain tumour. At the time, little was known about brain tumours. In addition, there was very little support or information available across Canada ...

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Spotlight

Lin-Pei's Story: Spring Sprint Support

A New Mom With a Malignant Brain Tumour Supports Spring Sprint February 8, 2011 is a day that I do not remember, but it has become a...

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New Public Service Announcements

Early in 2012, members of the film and television industry from Canada and the United States came together to produce three Public...

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Upcoming Events

  • 21/May/2012: New Glasgow Support Group: Meets at Glen Haven Manor, 739 East River Road, New Glasgown, NS... Learn more >
  • 21/May/2012: Guelph Support Group: Meets at Hospice Wellington, Community Program Room, 795 Scottsdale Avenue,... Learn more >
  • 21/May/2012: Mississauaga Support Group: Meets at Westminster United Church, 4094 Tomken Rd., Mississauga, ON... Learn more >
  • 21/May/2012: Edmonton Support Group: Meets at Zion Lutheran Church, 11533-135 Street in Edmonton ... Learn more >
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