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SUMMARY:Calgary Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Brain Tumour Support Groups allow patients\, survivors\, and caregivers to share their experiences and feelings in a safe and confidential environment\, as well as to give and receive information or support from others going through parallel diagnoses. \nYou can share experiences\, pass on knowledge and gain peer support in a confidential and relaxed atmosphere at a monthly adult Brain Tumour Support Group. New members are always welcome. \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/calgary-support-group-2/2025-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T120000
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SUMMARY:Creating a user centric neuro-oncology program through the empowerment of patients and providers
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation we will discuss how academic and entrepreneurial approaches were combined to create a user-centric\, rapidly adaptive brain tumour program.  \nIn this webinar\, you will learn to:  \n\nReview barriers to care for Canadians diagnosed with brain tumours. \nIntroduce the design thinking paradigm for product development. \nShare practical interventions that empower patients and reduce administrative burden for healthcare workers.\n\nSpeaker bio:\nDr. Teresa Purzner earned her MD in 2009 and completed four years of neurosurgical residency in Toronto before pursuing a PhD in developmental neurobiology at Stanford University. There\, she combined mass spectrometry with developmental biology to identify novel therapeutic targets for pediatric brain tumours\, leading to the discovery of a new drug target in medulloblastoma. In collaboration with Stanford SPARK and the Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium\, she helped translate this discovery into a first-in-child clinical trial of a CK2 inhibitor. Her work has been recognized with numerous awards\, including the Stanford Interdisciplinary Graduate and BioX Fellowship\, the Annual Award of the American Academy of Neurological Surgery\, the Weston Havens Foundation Award\, the AANS Louise Eisenhardt Award\, and the Neurosurgery Research and Education Fellowship. In 2021\, she was named one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40. Dr. Purzner is also the founder of Cerebelly\, a science-based baby food company focused on early brain development\, now available in over 15\,000 stores across North America. Dr. Purzner now runs a neurosurgical practice and translational research lab at Queen’s University with her husband\, Dr. James Purzner. Together\, they focus on advancing care and scientific understanding for patients with brain tumours through integrated clinical and research innovation.  \nRegister
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/creating-a-user-centric-neuro-oncology-program-through-the-empowerment-of-patients-and-providers/
CATEGORIES:Webinar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Sao_Paulo:20251014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Sao_Paulo:20251014T203000
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SUMMARY:Saskatoon Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Brain Tumour Support Groups allow patients\, survivors\, and caregivers to share their experiences and feelings in a safe and confidential environment\, as well as to give and receive information or support from others going through parallel diagnoses. \nYou can share experiences\, pass on knowledge and gain peer support in a confidential and relaxed atmosphere at a monthly adult Brain Tumour Support Group. New members are always welcome. \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/saskatoon-support-group/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:W. A. Edwards Family Center\, 333 4th Ave N\, Saskatoon\, SK\, S7K 2L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Sao_Paulo:20251013T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Sao_Paulo:20251013T203000
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SUMMARY:Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Brain Tumour Support Groups allow patients\, survivors\, and caregivers to share their experiences and feelings in a safe and confidential environment\, as well as to give and receive information and support from others facing similar diagnoses. \nYou can share experiences\, pass on knowledge and gain peer support in a confidential and relaxed atmosphere at a monthly adult Brain Tumour Support Group. New members are always welcome. \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/caregivers-support-group/2025-10-13/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251009T200000
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SUMMARY:Stories to inspire: A community gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Zoom event featuring four inspiring digital stories created by young adults in the brain tumour community. We’ll also be highlighting all the stories we’ve helped participants create and sharing where everyone can view them. \nThis event is a chance to connect\, reflect and be inspired. While the featured stories are created by young adults\, everyone in the brain tumour community\, including patients\, caregivers\, and supporters\, is welcome to attend. \nDetails: \n\nDate: Thursday. October 9\, 2025\nTime: 7 p.m. EST\nLocation: Virtual Event – Zoom\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/stories-to-inspire-a-community-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Sao_Paulo:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Sao_Paulo:20251008T203000
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SUMMARY:Burlington Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Brain Tumour Support Groups allow patients\, survivors\, and caregivers to share their experiences and feelings in a safe and confidential environment\, as well as to give and receive information or support from others going through parallel diagnoses. \nYou can share experiences\, pass on knowledge and gain peer support in a confidential and relaxed atmosphere at a monthly adult Brain Tumour Support Group. New members are always welcome. \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/burlington-support-group/2025-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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SUMMARY:Ajax Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Brain Tumour Support Groups allow patients\, survivors\, and caregivers to share their experiences and feelings in a safe and confidential environment\, as well as to give and receive information or support from others going through parallel diagnoses. \nYou can share experiences\, pass on knowledge and gain peer support in a confidential and relaxed atmosphere at a monthly adult Brain Tumour Support Group. New members are always welcome. \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/ajax-support-group/2025-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250924T120000
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SUMMARY:Navigating cognitive symptoms in individuals with brain tumours
DESCRIPTION:Cognitive symptoms are common among individuals living with brain tumours and can significantly affect daily life and well-being. This webinar will explore cognitive symptoms that may occur\, such as difficulties with memory\, attention\, and communication. Underlying causes of these symptoms will be reviewed\, including the impact of the tumour on the brain and effects of treatment such as surgery\, radiation\, and chemotherapy. Evidence-based strategies and practical tools will be presented to help individuals manage cognitive challenges and support quality of life.  \nLearning Objectives:  \n\nIdentify cognitive symptoms that may be experienced by individuals with brain tumours and their impact on daily functioning. \nExplain the underlying causes of cognitive symptoms. \nDiscuss evidence-based strategies and interventions to support the management of cognitive symptoms.  \n\nSpeaker bio:\nDr. Angela Sekely is a neuropsychologist at the Pencer Brain Tumor Center and Pediatric Aftercare Program at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Her clinical practice encompasses neuropsychological assessment for adults with primary brain tumours and adult survivors of pediatric cancers. Angela is involved in the clinical supervision of graduate students and research. Her research focuses on investigating the effects of cancer and its treatment on cognitive\, psychological\, and functional outcomes\, and ways to help improve functioning.  \nRegister
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/navigating-cognitive-symptoms-in-individuals-with-brain-tumours/
CATEGORIES:Webinar Series
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SUMMARY:DUNN with Cancer
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to share that the DUNN with Cancer run will return for a 6th year. Similar to previous years\, the run/walk\, BBQ and kids event will take place in Springbank Park in London\, Ontario on September 20\, 2025. \nThe DUNN with Cancer run is for Allison. Together\, we run for each person who has been or will be impacted by glioblastoma. We run to raise money to find more innovative concepts that will change the future for others affected by this devastating disease. And we run for Allison. \nPlease join us in supporting glioblastoma research by registering\, fundraising and or donating today.  \nEvent details:\nDate: Saturday\, September 20\, 2025\nLocation: Springbank Park\, London\, ON\nTime: TBD \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/dunn-with-cancer/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Sao_Paulo:20250918T183000
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SUMMARY:Calgary Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Brain Tumour Support Groups allow patients\, survivors\, and caregivers to share their experiences and feelings in a safe and confidential environment\, as well as to give and receive information or support from others going through parallel diagnoses. \nYou can share experiences\, pass on knowledge and gain peer support in a confidential and relaxed atmosphere at a monthly adult Brain Tumour Support Group. New members are always welcome.
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/calgary-support-group/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250904T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250904T170000
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SUMMARY:Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month\, a time to recognize the courage of children and families affected by cancer while raising awareness about the need for better treatments\, research\, and support.   \nThis month we come together to honour young fighters\, remember those we’ve lost\, and stand with families on their journey. Help us raise awareness this September and explore ways you can support children and families facing childhood cancer.  \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/childhood-cancer-awareness-month/
CATEGORIES:Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250901T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250901T213000
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SUMMARY:Empowered Minds Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Empowered Minds offers a unique opportunity to engage with self-help and fictional works focused on themes such as self-discovery\, courage\, perseverance\, adversity\, transformation\, self-love and personal growth. Through guided discussions\, you will gain tools and insights that can support healthy\, meaningful living. \nTogether\, we aim to: \n\nExplore practical strategies for personal well-being\nReflect critically on diverse perspectives\nShare experiences in a nonjudgmental\, inclusive space\nEmpower one another through connection and conversation\nFoster resilience\, hope\, courage\, and a growth mindset in participants\n\nParticipants can choose to purchase books or borrow from their local library for free. \nOur event is run by a volunteer contact information will be provided upon registration. \nRegister
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/empowered-minds-book-club-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251001T000000
DTSTAMP:20260928T104232
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SUMMARY:Fall 50/50 Ontario Raffle
DESCRIPTION:This September\, your ticket is more than a chance to win. It’s a chance to support vital brain tumour research\, advocacy\, and support programs for patients and families affected by a brain tumour. Buy a ticket (or more!) from September 1 to September 30\, 2025. At the end of the month\, one lucky winner will take home half the jackpot\, while the other half will go directly toward funding critical services.  \nTogether\, we can create change\, one ticket at a time!  \n*Please note that this raffle is open exclusively to Ontario residents.  \nBuy Tickets
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/fall-50-50-ontario-raffle/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250813T130000
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SUMMARY:10 Steps to Support Your Brain with Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the foods you eat can power your brain! In this presentation\, we’ll explore 10 simple\, science-backed steps to nourish your brain\, boost memory\, support mood and improve focus\, naturally. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your thinking\, reduce brain fog\, or simply feel your best\, these practical nutrition tips will help you take care of your brain “one bite at a time”. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the connection between nutrition and brain health\, including how certain nutrients influence memory\, mood and cognitive function.\nIdentify practical dietary habits or food choices that can support and protect brain function at any age.\nApply at least 2–3 brain-friendly nutrition strategies in everyday life to support focus\, energy and overall mental well-being.\n\nSpeaker bio:\nA brain tumour diagnosis can make the world of nutrition even more confusing and overwhelming than it was before. Add some Netflix documentaries to that\, and you can be left in total fear of food. Susannah Juteau’s primary goal as a Registered Dietitian is to help you navigate the overwhelming amount of information by separating fads from facts. This way\, you can create a personalized diet plan tailored to your preferences\, lifestyle\, budget\, sensitivities and more. \nFollowing a 10-hour brain surgery to remove a benign brain tumour back in 2013\, Susannah suffered with constant\, debilitating headaches\, out-of-whack hormones and completely sapped energy levels. She felt a lack of control and that her body had betrayed her. After trying everything and attending every possible appointment\, she almost gave in to the advice of “just accept it.” Then\, she had a moment of clarity. None of the health professionals ever discussed nutrition with her. She drew on her background in Neuroscience and Nutrition and dove deep into the research\, beyond the generic nutrition information. She now devotes her expertise to helping others navigate\, not only what to eat\, but also when to eat it\, so that they can find their glow and feel like themselves again. \nNutrition has a profound impact on repairing gut health\, enhancing mental clarity and reducing fatigue\, and aiding in coping with stress. A properly tailored plan can also reduce your risk of recurrence and improve medication side effects. Let’s bust through some biases and peel away the fear tactics to leave you with a healthy\, balanced approach to feeding your body. \nRegister
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/10-steps-to-support-your-brain-with-nutrition/
CATEGORIES:Webinar Series
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