Brain Tumour Awareness Month aims to raise awareness about brain tumours, promote research, and support those affected by the disease. It is an opportunity to unite as a collective force, raise our voices, and create positive change.
There are many ways to get involved and show support! Learn more below.
Check out our latest video, which captures the emotional journey of individuals facing brain tumours. Share this impactful video on social media to spread awareness and support those affected by a brain tumour!
Download our social media toolkit, which contains graphics and posters that you can share online, send by email or print.
Thank you for helping raise awareness and remember to use the hashtag #TurnMayGrey on social media!
Post black and white pictures online: Encourage your contacts to post greyscale photos on social media using #TurnMayGrey and tag us @BrainTumourFdn.
Change your social media profile picture: Make your profile picture black and white or use our new Canva profile picture frame. Create your profile picture here.
Share your story: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube and share your story online. Don’t forget to tag us @BrainTumourFdn!
Start the conversation: Encourage elected officials to prioritize brain tumour research and support programs. Also, talk to your loved ones about leaving a lasting impact through legacy giving.
This year, we highlight the need to raise awareness for brain tumour signs and symptoms, especially symptoms associated with vision health, to increase early detection and diagnosis and improve patients’ survival chances. Learn more about the most common signs and symptoms of a brain tumour and download our infographics at www.braintumour.ca/signs. Be sure to share on social media!
Download our Signs and Symptoms poster and graphics
Changes in vision, like blurred or double vision, abnormal eye movements, or loss of vision, can be symptoms of brain tumours. Certain types of brain tumours may be detectable through an eye examination, although it depends on the tumour type and its location. In some cases, eye tests can even detect brain tumours before symptoms appear, underscoring the value of regular eye exams. Don’t wait to get your eyes checked!
May is Leave a Legacy Month, a time to consider how you can make a lasting impact on the brain tumour community. By including Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada in your will or designating us as a beneficiary, you impact the lives of Canadians for years to come. These planned gifts not only provide financial benefits to you but also leave a profound impact that supports families affected by this devastating diagnosis.
Read the Lansinks’ story Learn more about legacy giving
Do you want to raise funds for brain tumour research, programs and services, but don’t know where to start? Our ‘Your Way to #EndBrainTumours’ platform provides everything you need to be successful. Choose from our list of ideas or create something unique, build your web page with our simple-to-use menu, and start fundraising immediately.
May is a perfect time to do some spring cleaning and hold a garage sale to raise funds for brain tumour research and programs! Customize and download our Canva.com garage sale poster template.
Customizable Garage Sale poster
A simple way to raise funds is to start a Facebook or Instagram fundraiser. These fundraisers are easy to set up, and you can share them online with friends and family.
Set up a Facebook or Instagram fundraiser
The Brain Tumour Walk is an opportunity to unite across Canada, commemorating and honouring our loved ones affected by brain tumours. We walk with a united goal—to end brain tumours.
