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.
“I belong to a support group. I find it very encouraging and appreciate being able to be real there – not brave like I feel I must be for my husband and children…” ~ Melissa.
You 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.
Calgary, AB – Third Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30pm MST
Sarnia, ON – Third Thursday of each month from 7:00 to 9:00pm EST
Sudbury, ON – Last Monday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30pm EST
Ajax, ON – First Thursday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30pm EST
Ottawa, ON – Last Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00pm EST
Saskatoon, SK – Second Tuesday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30pm CST
Atlantic Canada – Last Wednesday of each month at 6pm AST
Burlington, ON – Second Wednesday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30pm EST
Caregivers – Second Monday of each month from 7:30 to 8:30pm EST
Western Canada – Last Tuesday of each month 6:30pm to 8pm MST
Greater Toronto Area, ON – Third Monday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30pm EST
Virtual Francophone – As per schedule*, 7:00 to 8:15pm EST
*This Support Group determines its meeting schedule on a quarterly basis and communicates it directly to registered members.
Young Adult – Last Thursday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30pm EST
Note: Any changes to the meeting date or time will be communicated directly by the specific Support Group team as early as possible, allowing members to update their schedule accordingly.
Before attending a Brain Tumour Support Group meeting – whether in-person, hybrid or virtual – all participants must complete the online New Member Registration Form.
Once your form has been submitted, you can expect a Welcome email from our office within 5 business days, confirming registration and outlining next steps. Before attending your first meeting, all new members are required to review and sign our Members’ Bill of Rights and Confidentiality Statement.
After completed the registration process, the specific Support Group team will provide details about the next meeting, including date, time, location and/or Zoom information, depending on the meeting format.
BC Cancer
This is a supportive group for patients living with a brain tumour and their caregivers. This session is facilitated by a counsellor. Sessions are held on the first Wednesday of each month (excluding statutory holidays) from 9:30 to 11:00am. Sessions are currently being offered online via Zoom. To register, please call 604-877-6000 ext. 672194 for more information.
