February 17, 2012: Brain Tumours Claim the Lives of Two Athletic Greats
Today the brain tumour community in Canada is mourning the loss of two athletic greats to brain tumours: former Montreal Expo catcher and Hall of Fame member Gary Carter, and former Toronto and Winnipeg fullback Warren Hudson. While they faced different tumour types, what is certain is that both of these men and their families faced unpredictable and complex journeys involving physical and emotional challenges.

January 25, 2012: One Man’s Legacy to Canada’s Brain Tumour Community
In August 2011, 46-year old activist Rob Blair lost his 13-year battle with a brain tumour. Near the end of his life, he expressed to his brother, award-winning filmmaker David Ray, a desire that he carry on his awareness raising efforts. Rob’s request was that David use his talent to create a public service announcement for the organization that supported him while he braved this devastating disease, Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada.

January 18, 2012: 30 Years of Bringing Hope to Brain Tumour Patients across Canada
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is welcoming this extra special New Year because of the milestone it marks for Canadian brain tumour patients and their families. This year, the organization will honour 30 years of providing patient support and critical research funding to anyone affected by a brain tumour across Canada.

October 19, 2011: Renowned Neurologist to Speak at Halifax Conference that Helps Brain Tumour Patients
Canada’s top brain tumour researchers, specialists and physicians are presenting workshops in Halifax on October 29th to discuss the future of research and leading-edge treatment with patients, families and healthcare professionals. Dr. David Fortin is presenting the keynote lectureship for the benefit of patients and caregivers. Patients and their families can expect to receive invaluable insights that will provide hope and support in their fight with a brain tumour.

October 6, 2011: Internationally Renowned Neurologist to Speak at London Conference for Brain Tumour Patients
Canada’s top brain tumour researchers, specialists and physicians are presenting workshops in London on October 15th to discuss the future of research and leading-edge treatment with patients, families and healthcare professionals. Dr. Tom Mikkelsen is presenting the keynote lectureship for the benefit of patients and caregivers. Patients and their families can expect to receive invaluable insights that will provide hope and support in their fight with a brain tumour.

September 27, 2011: Renowned Pediatric Oncologist to Speak in Calgary at Conference that Helps Brain Tumour Patients
Canada’s top brain tumour researchers, specialists and physicians are presenting workshops in Calgary on October 1st to discuss the future of research and leading-edge treatment with patients, families and healthcare professionals. Dr. David D. Eisenstat is presenting the keynote lectureship for the benefit of patients and caregivers from the Calgary and surrounding region. Patients and their families can expect to receive invaluable insights that will provide hope and support in their fight with a brain tumour.

September 19, 2011: October is Brain Tumour Awareness Month
Brain tumours are more common than most people think. Every day in Canada, 27 Canadians are diagnosed with a brain tumour and it is estimated that 55,000 are living with the disease. For individuals and families living with a brain tumour, Brain Tumour Awareness Month is an opportunity to create awareness, raise support and share information about this devastating disease

September 12, 2011: Brain Tumour Research Moves Forward with $219,782 from Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Research into the cause of and cure for brain tumours got a $219,782 boost today with the announcement of nine new grants awarded by Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada. The competitive grants program received 19 applications for this year’s awards and the funds will support Canadian research into projects focused on brain tumour causation, treatment, quality-of-life, and pathology.

August 24, 2011: We Were Given The Gift of Time
In 2001, Shelley Wouters was a young mother, just finishing her maternity leave with her son. She was looking forward to what was coming next including the possibility of a sibling for Ben. So it was a shock to Shelley, her husband Jeff, and the entire community when she was diagnosed with a brain tumour.

July 19, 2011: One Young Man’s Journey of Hope …
Eighteen year-old Nicholas Fischer has a message for all Londoners, take nothing for granted and appreciate what you have. This idea may seem out of character for a young man but Nicholas is not your typical teenager. When he was four years-old, he was diagnosed with a brain tumour ...

June 15, 2011: Record-breaking Funds Raised for Brain Tumour Patients across Canada
An outstanding 5,800 brain tumour patients and their supporters from across Canada have come together and raised a record-breaking $1.5 million for critical brain tumour research and patient programs during the recent Spring Sprint fundraising program

June 2011: Cross- Canada cycling tour raising awareness and funds for Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
 

London Brain Tumour Information Day Conference
(Headline: London Speech Language-Pathologist Receives Prestigious Award at 25th Annual Brain Tumour Patient Conference)

Calgary Brain Tumour Information Day Conference
(Headline: Calgary Couple Receives Prestigious Award at Upcoming Conference that Helps Brain Tumour Patients)

Education Seminar Comes to Barrie
(Headline: Brain Tumour Education Seminar Comes to Barrie)

Research Annoucement: William Donald Nash Brain Tumour Research Fellowship Awarded
(Headline: Brain Tumour Research Fellowship Awarded to Montreal-based Scientist)

Research Annoucement: 2010 Research Grants Awarded
(Brain Tumour Research Receives $250,000 from Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada)