COURAGE lives here
2013 -2014 ANNUAL REPORT ONTARIO DIVISION
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Canadian Cancer Society, Ontario Division 55 St. Clair Avenue West, Suite 500 Toronto, Ontario M4V 2Y7
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Cancer is always going to be a part of my life. I choose to embrace that and do something positive with it. The Canadian Cancer Society was there for me and my family. Now it is my turn to give back. Heidi Hayes, 15, survivor of acute lymphoblastic leukemia, raises funds and awareness about the Society’s research, information and support programs.
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Heidi Hayes was only nine when she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). She endured two and a half years of chemotherapy before she was declared cancer-free. During Heidi’s cancer journey, her mother faced the added stress and expenses of travelling back and forth between their home in Orillia to Toronto for treatments. She turned to the Canadian Cancer Society for help. Today, Heidi is an energetic, enthusiastic teenager who shares her personal story to inspire others to get involved in the fight against cancer. She proudly participates in Relay For Life and raises funds to help ensure that fewer families experience the devastation of a child with cancer.
Commitment lives here In March 2013, the Canadian Cancer Society celebrated a milestone – our 75th anniversary. It was natural, therefore, to look back at what we have accomplished and what has changed. Over the years, for example, we funded world leading research, supported cancer patients and their families, provided lifesaving cancer information and advocated for life-saving public policy change that had an important impact on the lives of people across the province. We must recognize, however, that for so many Canadians cancer continues to be the greatest challenge they will face in their lives. Because we believe that it is imperative that the Society can continue this work, we are providing a report in which you will see very concrete examples of what the Society has been doing, the important advances we have made in the fight against cancer, and the impact we are having every day in so many communities across the province. Thus, although we are confident that we already have the best research program in Canada, we added a new dimension in 2013 when we introduced Impact Grants, grants that can be considered “game-changing.” This new flagship program, offering even bigger and longer term grants, is designed to fund the acceleration of progress in cancer research in ways we have not done before. Further, thanks to your support, we were also able to fund cuttingedge clinical trials in 16 communities across Ontario, clinical trials that have helped lead to the development of new methods for diagnosing, treating and preventing cancer. Then we expanded our efforts to increase cancer screening among diverse and hard to reach populations and we engaged Ontario’s young people to become strong advocates to protect their own healthy futures. The Society has also made certain that our advocacy program continues to lead the fight for important legislation in communities across Ontario and at the provincial level. With this always in mind, we have worked tirelessly to keep cancer at the top of the political agenda. So once again, in October, we stood proudly with provincial leaders who passed the
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Don Paterson
Martin Kabat
Chair
CEO
Skin Cancer Prevention Act that will ban youth under 18 from accessing tanning beds. Then, in November, we welcomed the government’s proposed new tobacco control measures, a bill that makes clear that the war against tobacco is still not over and one for which we continue to gather political and public support. Finally, in addition to research and advocacy, we continued to work to ease the burden for people fighting cancer by providing muchneeded support programs that help at every step of the cancer journey. To make this effort even more effective, we consolidated and improved our information services and we made investments and changes in our transportation program that will ensure the continuity and availability of this program for years to come. Even with all that we have done, as we begin the New Year, we recognize that we are facing a new era in the fight against cancer. Because we have an aging population and increasing life expectancy, cancer will continue to be the most prevalent and dangerous disease we face and that means we must do everything we can to raise awareness and fund the research and programs that Canadians consider indispensable. But, more than anything else, we believe that no matter how great the research breakthrough or how monumental the change in government policy, it is our commitment to the fight against cancer that has made all the difference throughout the entire 75 year history of the Society. From community to community, therefore, we thank you for the outstanding commitment and unfailing generosity you have shown to the fight against cancer. Our work is only possible because of you. So, although there is more to do, we remain confident that we will win this fight together.
A salute to our outgoing volunteer chair We applaud Don Paterson for his remarkable dedication during his two-year tenure as chair of Ontario Division’s Board of Directors. During his term, Don has provided a steady and firm foundation for the Board of Directors. He has been an enthusiastic supporter and participant in the new major gifts program, the national and provincial volunteer awards, MPP Education Day, and he has been an active champion for the Society in the Thunder Bay community. During a term that held challenges for some revenue streams, Don maintained a “steady hand on the till”, while at the same time, encouraging volunteers and staff to explore more innovative and creative opportunities. Don’s enthusiasm and engagement with the mission has helped the Ontario Division through difficult times, and we are grateful for his leadership.
An introduction to our new volunteer chair As Don’s tenure ends, we are pleased to welcome Neil Currie who will assume the role of chair on April 23, 2014. After losing a loved one to cancer, Neil began volunteering his time and supporting the Canadian Cancer Society’s efforts in the fight against cancer. Neil has held several leadership positions in the organization, including Community Office Vice-President, Regional Treasurer, President of Toronto Region, and Ontario representative to the National Board. In his new role, Neil’s priority will be to work with volunteers and staff to ensure the organization has the funds it needs to support important work such as world-class research, offer services for patients and their families, and advocate for government legislation such as the Youth Smoking Prevention Act. Neil is a Partner with PwC LLP in their Audit and Assurance Group National Office. He lives in Toronto with his wife Angela and their two children.
Neil Currie Incoming Chair
Our fight lives here
Timmins Sioux Lookout Kenora
Dryden
Fort Frances
Thunder Bay North Bay Sturgeon Falls Sault Ste. Marie
Pembroke Sudbury Ottawa Renfrew Perth East Gwillimbury
Kingston Georgina
Vaughan Richmond Hill
Guelph Kitchener Waterloo Stratford Point Edward
Cambridge Woodstock
Sarnia
Research investment (e.g. research project or clinical trial)
Community office On-site volunteer support (at community hospitals, regional cancer centres or lodges)
Local advocacy resulting in municipal by-laws (e.g. smoking ban in outdoor public spaces and indoor tanning ban for youth under 18)
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Chatham Lakeshore Windsor
Belleville
Newmarket
Wingham
The Canadian Cancer Society is proud to offer information and support services in-person, over the phone and online to people across Ontario.
Peterborough
Barrie
Owen Sound
Caledon Brampton
London St. Thomas
Brantford
Cornwall
Hamilton
Oshawa Whitby Toronto Mississauga Oakville Burlington St. Catharines
Progress lives here After beating cancer once, Patricia Bogstad is determined to avoid facing the same fight for her life again. Patricia, an active 80-year-old from Kingston, was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2008. After surgery and six months of chemotherapy, she was declared cancer-free. But, Patricia knew her cancer journey was far from over. So, when her doctor asked if she was interested in participating in a clinical trial, she saw it as an opportunity. Her oncologist, Dr. Christopher Booth, is one of the principal investigators in a clinical trial supported by the Canadian Cancer Society that is examining whether colon cancer survivors who increase their physical activity have lower rates of cancer recurrence compared to those who do not. Patricia is optimistic that her participation in this important research will lead to a better understanding of cancer and will help save more lives.
Clinical trials are an essential step in the development of new methods for diagnosing, treating and preventing cancer. Even the most promising scientific findings must be proven safe and effective in clinical trials before they can be used as standard treatment.
Our impact Clinical trials are just one of the many ways that we invest in research that is helping Canadians live longer, healthier lives. With your support: • The Canadian Cancer Society invested $5.1 million in clinical trials nationwide. • 574 cancer patients and survivors enrolled in 46 clinical trials across the province. • First ever Impact Grants were awarded to new research projects across Canada worth a total investment of $13.2 million.
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Testing treatments that save lives The Canadian Cancer Society unveiled a new research funding program that will allow scientists to adopt innovations and speed up the use of new knowledge to address problems in cancer research. Dr. Anand Swaminath, a radiation oncologist at the Juravinski Cancer Centre in Hamilton, received an Impact Grant to lead a clinical trial to test a new type of radiation therapy that could potentially change the standard of care for people with inoperable early-stage lung cancer. “Significant funding such as the Society’s Impact Grant provides us the time and resources needed to determine the effectiveness of this therapy and possibly lead to better care for a hard-to-treat cancer,” says Dr. Swaminath.
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Dr. Anand Swaminath, Oncologist, Hamilton
When it comes to cancer, there are a lot of unanswered questions. Clinical trials, and research as a whole, help provide the answers that we need to be more effective in fighting cancer. Patricia Bogstad, 80, Kingston Dr. Chris Booth, Oncologist, Kingston
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I think there is a misconception in LGBTQ communities that we are somehow immune from being diagnosed with cancer. This misconception needs to end and we need to get serious about cancer screening. Lezlie Lee Kam, 60, Toronto
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Determination lives here Six years ago, Lezlie Lee Kam completed a routine fecal occult blood test, which checks for hidden blood in the stool. The test came back positive. Concerned by the results, Lezlie’s doctor ordered additional tests. A colonoscopy found that Lezlie had precancerous polyps in her colon. While shocked to learn that cancer was lurking in her body, she was thankful the growths were found early and removed before they developed into colon cancer. A proud member of Toronto’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community, Lezlie made it her mission to share her story with friends, family and others in LGBTQ communities. As a spokesperson for the Canadian Cancer Society’s Screening Saves Lives program, Lezlie is determined to spread the word and encourage LGBTQ individuals across Ontario to be proactive about getting screened.
The Canadian Cancer Society’s Screening Saves Lives program aims to increase cancer screening rates in underscreened and hard-to-reach communities. The program currently works with LGBTQ, First Nations and South Asian communities to raise awareness about colorectal, breast and cervical cancer screening.
Our impact Screening Saves Lives is just one of the many ways that we can stop cancer before it starts. With your support: • 36 high schools participated in our Tan-Free Grad program helping 14,146 students learn about the dangers of indoor tanning. • We reached over 8,000 new clients and 4,612 registered online to Smokers’ Helpline seeking support, advice and information to help them quit smoking.
Women helping women The launch of the Women to Women campaign has mobilized women across Ontario to spread the word that mammograms are the most reliable way to find breast cancer early and save lives. “As a breast cancer survivor, I am proud to be among the hundreds of women in Ontario who have signed up to be Women to Women Ambassadors,” says Brenda North from Mount Hope. “I’m sharing my story in the hopes that it inspires other women to get screened.” More than 335 women (and counting) have joined as ambassadors helping to reach over 3,400 women with information about breast cancer screening.
From left to right: Ruth Ackerman, Canadian Cancer Society volunteer, The Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier, Janice Hodgson, Canadian Cancer Society volunteer, Toronto
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When young people see smoking in movies, they are more likely to try smoking. I don’t want my generation to become smokers.
Change lives here Each year, young people across the province are exposed to millions of images of tobacco use in movies. Shadi Mousavi Nia, a 17-year-old student from Richmond Hill, is taking a stand. As a youth advocate, Shadi is rallying her peers to support the smoke-free movies campaign that seeks to take smoking out of youth-rated movies by advocating for changes in Ontario’s film rating system. In September, Shadi hit the red carpet at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) to raise awareness and collect postcards of support for the campaign. She also spoke to students in her high school, hosted a local red carpet event and met with her Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP). Our youth advocates are dedicated volunteers committed to engaging their peers as cancer fighters on issues such as smoking in movies, flavoured tobacco and indoor tanning.
Shadi Mousavi Nia, 17, Richmond Hill
Our impact Dedicated volunteer advocates are part of our continued efforts to take a stand to protect the health of Canadians. With your support: • N early 800 postcards of support for smoke-free youth-rated movies were sent to MPPs. • Advocates supported the introduction of Bill 131, a comprehensive new tobacco control legislation to ban flavoured products and increase fines and create more smoke-free spaces. • Our continued support helped prompt the re-introduction of Bill 21 to improve benefits and strengthen job security for caregivers.
Celebrating a big win On October 9, the Skin Cancer Prevention Act, a bill prohibiting youth under 18 from accessing tanning beds, was passed in the Ontario Legislature. Kate Neale, a melanoma cancer survivor and volunteer from Belleville, has been one of the most vocal advocates for this bill. “When I was diagnosed with melanoma, I wanted to stop every young person from indoor tanning. I joined the Canadian Cancer Society to advocate for legislation banning indoor tanning for youth because it was my hope to make a difference. That hope has become reality.”
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The Honourable Deb Matthews, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, and Kate Neale, melanoma cancer survivor and Canadian Cancer Society volunteer, Toronto
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I know that by sharing my story, I can help other women facing a breast cancer diagnosis. As a peer support volunteer, I’m here to help make their journey a little easier. Nikki Ferreira, 39, Burlington
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Compassion lives here In 2008, Nikki Ferreira, a mother with two young children living in Burlington, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. As Nikki faced the challenges of surgery and chemotherapy, while trying to care for her children, she became reliant on family and friends for practical and emotional support. When she was declared cancer-free in 2009, Nikki wanted to find a meaningful way to show her appreciation for the care she received during her cancer journey. That’s when she began volunteering with the Canadian Cancer Society’s peer support service. Our peer support service connects people who are living with cancer to trained volunteers who have had a similar experience to listen, provide hope, offer encouragement and share ideas for coping – all from their unique perspective as someone who has been there.
Our impact The peer support service is only one of the ways we provide vital support and information for cancer patients and their families. With your support: • Wheels of Hope volunteers provided more than 224,000 rides to 13,800 cancer patients. • Cancer Information Service answered nearly 25,000 inquiries from across Ontario. • M ore than 8,500 cancer patients, their families and friends reached out to CancerConnection.ca and ParlonsCancer.ca. • C elebrating 10 years, the peer support service has offered support to over 60,000 people across Canada, throughout their cancer journey.
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Reaching the first $1 million mark was a huge triumph for us. But, having a child who is fighting cancer tell me ‘I’m free and clear’ is the biggest triumph of all.
Heroes live here Cops for Cancer, our community-based fundraising program engaging police officers and other emergency services in the fight against cancer, raised $890,000.
Our impact
After co-chairing the Cops for Cancer program in Peterborough for two years, Detective Constable John Townsend had a big idea.
• In Ontario, Relay For Life raised almost $16 million.
Little did he know that almost 10 years later, his idea – Pedal for Hope – would raise more than $2 million for childhood cancer research.
Pedal for Hope is one example of how our generous donors are making a real difference:
• N ew Cancer Fighters program raised almost $3.6 million with more than 1,000 participants hosting events across Ontario. • M ore than 1,000 events were organized in communities across the province.
Each year since 2004, John and 23 other police officers on the Pedal for Hope team have cycled 1,000 kilometres over three weeks. Along the way, they stop to visit local schools to deliver presentations about kids living with cancer.
Stepping up to cancer This year, the 21st annual Stair Climb for Children’s Cancer introduced the Climb Buddy program which matched 13 Canadian Olympic heroes or hopefuls with local children currently battling cancer. This successful event raised $46,000 for life-saving childhood cancer research and support programs for children living with cancer. Barbara Berezowski, a former figure skating champion joined other Olympic athletes in the Stair Climb for Children’s Cancer. “I got so much out of the event. It was an enlightening experience to see the positive energy of children facing lifethreatening challenges. They’re the real heroes,” says Barbara, who climbed the 660 steps to the top of the tower.
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Barbara Berezowski, former Olympian, Etobicoke
John Townsend, 43, Peterborough
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Report from the Chair, Audit Committee As Chair of Ontario Division’s Audit Committee, I am pleased to report that the Canadian Cancer Society continued to lead the fight against cancer in 2013-2014, with the support of our donors, volunteers, staff and partners. Our generous donors helped to raise nearly $81 million in revenues. We invested these revenues directly into delivering on our mission while keeping a sharp focus on expenses. In fact, 65% of spending went directly to support our mission. With your donations, we were able to contribute over $20 million to innovative research that is changing how we prevent, diagnose and treat cancer. We also invested $31.5 million to deliver support and information services that ensure cancer patients and their families do not face cancer alone, and $3 million to lead advocacy efforts in communities across Ontario. Our close management of expenses was critical in offsetting lower revenues this year, and continues to be an area of focus in the year ahead. Our fundraising expenses represented 31% of our total expenses, while administrative expenses remained consistent year over year. Despite a challenging year, our financial foundation is strong and we continue to deliver uninterrupted support of our programs and services. As we embark on a new fiscal year, our financial outlook is positive and we have a sound plan to improve revenue results from new and reinvigorated revenue streams. I am confident that with the continued support of our donors, the Canadian Cancer Society will save more lives and help those facing cancer today and in the future. Thank you.
Financial Position
Operations
January 31, 2014, with comparative figures for 2013 (in thousands of dollars)
Year ended January 31, 2014, with comparative figures for 2013 (in thousands of dollars)
2014
2013
Assets Current assets Cash and investments
2014
2013
Revenue
20,006
20,712
Major and planned gifts
16,527
16,636
18,209
1,906
2,812
Relay For Life
15,828
17,410
17,947
21,021
Special events
6,953
6,600
Tribute giving
4,743
5,420
Long-term investments
16,223
18,838
Net proceeds from lottery
8,637
10,162
Capital and other assets
6,271
5,726
Government-sponsored projects
5,007
6,252
Investment and other income
3,191
2,495
80,892
85,687
Less direct costs
17,581
17,806
Net revenue
63,311
67,881
Programs
31,539
34,156
Research
20,420
21,347
Advocacy
2,952
3,388
Fundraising
8,672
8,553
Administration
3,234
3,237
66,817
70,681
Decrease in resources
(3,506)
(2,800)
40,441
45,585
Liabilities Current liabilities
8,815
10,468
Other liabilities
9,345
9,330
18,160
19,798
Resources
22,281
25,787
40,441
45,585
The above data has been extracted and summarized from the 2014 Audited Financial Statements of the Division. A complete set of financial statements is available on cancer.ca.
65%
Programs Research
Annual giving
16,041
Other
Mission
Expenditures
Advocacy Fundraising
31%
Administration 4%
The Canadian Cancer Society takes pride in the great care, respect and responsibility we bring to managing every single donor dollar we receive. We are fully committed to transparency and accountability, exercising prudent judgement in balancing the stewardship of the organization’s financial resources with the costs needed to carry out our mission across Ontario. The Society adheres to the standards set out by Imagine Canada’s Ethical Fundraising and Financial Accountability Code.
Sandra P. Aversa Chair, Audit Committee
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Answering your questions The Canadian Cancer Society recognizes that donors deserve clear information to make informed choices about the organizations they want to support. As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability, we answer your questions.
Why should I donate to the Canadian Cancer Society? The Canadian Cancer Society has more impact, against more cancers, in more communities than any other cancer organization in Canada. We are the only cancer charity in Canada that accomplishes all of the following: • W e fund significantly more cancer research than any other charity in Canada and we are the only charity that funds research into all forms of cancer. Scientific panels of international experts select grant proposals through a rigorous review process ensuring we fund only the best research, making the most impact against cancer. • W e are the leading source of comprehensive and reliable information about cancer. • W e provide practical and emotional support so that no one faces cancer alone. • W e help patients get to cancer-related treatments with our Wheels of Hope service. These are patients who have no way of getting to and from cancer-related care or who can’t afford the costs associated with travelling. • O ur work in prevention means more people are aware of the importance of healthy living and cancer screening. • W e advocate for public policies that make healthy choices easier and protect Canadians from cancer-causing substances at work, at home and at play. Among our successes are the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, Skin Cancer Prevention Act, Toxics Reduction Act and ColonCancerCheck.
How do you choose which research projects to fund? Each year, hundreds of researchers working in universities, hospitals and research centres across Canada apply to the Canadian Cancer Society Research Institute (CCSRI) for funds to support their new research projects.
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These applications are subject to the Society’s rigorous, scientific review process, considered the gold standard in Canada. This review process involves assembling a team that combines top Canadian and international scientists with community representatives to discuss and rate the applications based on a number of criteria including scientific merit, innovation and potential impact. This process ensures that we fund only the best research and that our research dollars are invested effectively and efficiently on projects holding the most promise for all Canadians so that everyone benefits.
How do you decide what type of research to fund? The Canadian Cancer Society Research Institute receives applications for research projects that range from basic laboratory research to clinical trials to studies in prevention and quality of life. We select those projects that involve the highest quality science and promise the most impact. To ensure that all types of research are represented in our funding program, we create unique competitions that focus on a specific type of research. The majority of the research we fund is aimed at understanding cancer biology and improving cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment. This type of research is important because it improves the treatments and survival rates for cancer patients. We also contribute significantly to research into preventing cancer and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer.
Could you explain your fundraising costs? Effective fundraising is about much more than simply raising money. Our fundraising activities also raise awareness and build engagement in the fight against cancer. By investing in fundraising, we can reach a larger audience with our important messages and encourage all Ontarians to join the fight against cancer, which means we can raise even more money for our cause.
Many of our donors are passionate about fighting cancer and want to be more involved with our cause rather than simply writing a cheque. Engaging our donors in a meaningful and memorable experience such as Relay For Life means we incur some higher fundraising costs but the return on investment is phenomenal in terms of the increased support for our cause. There would be no research, programs or advocacy if there weren’t fundraising to support those activities. Some fundraising activities, such as lotteries, are more expensive than others. But if we don’t invest in fundraising, we will raise less and be forced to reduce the work that our donors consider essential. We regularly review and evaluate our fundraising activities to ensure that we raise the most funds in the most cost-effective way, enabling us to make the most impact while using donor contributions in a prudent and responsible way.
How much of my donation goes to fundraising? We spend 31 cents of each dollar on fundraising. Nearly $55 million is directed to funding life-saving cancer research, providing information and support to those living with cancer, and engaging in prevention and advocacy activities. It is important to understand that the cost to raise a dollar is only one aspect to consider when evaluating a charity. Ask yourself how effectively an organization uses your donation to achieve its mandate, how much it contributes overall to the fight against cancer and how great its impact is on the lives of Canadians. Our Annual Report is just one example of the many ways in which we report on how we are saving lives and helping people living with cancer throughout the province.
Why do you run a lottery? Our lottery is a significant opportunity to raise both funds and awareness. Since 2001, our lottery has generated net proceeds of more than $62 million and last year alone we raised more than $8.6 million in net proceeds directed to support life-saving cancer research and our Wheels of Hope program. Our lottery promotion helps us reach new audiences and communicate what we do so that Canadians know where to turn when they’re faced with a cancer diagnosis or if they are looking for information on how to prevent the disease. The good news is that our lottery pays for itself. The money spent to run the lottery – including promotion and the purchase of prizes – comes from ticket sales, not donations. Buying a lottery ticket is considered a purchase and no tax receipt is issued.
We do not include our lottery expenses within the financial section of our Annual Report in order to distinguish actual fundraising expenses from the costs to run a lottery.
How much of my donation goes to administration? To ensure good governance, we engage in activities such as supporting our Board of Directors, annual general meetings and strategic planning. In addition, we are required to file financial records with the Canada Revenue Agency and produce annual audited financial reports. To cover these costs, we spend 4% and we support our presence in communities across the province.
With all the money that’s been raised, how close are we to a cure? Cancer is not one disease. It’s actually about 200 different diseases. Cancer can’t be beaten with one quick fix. There are some cancers we can cure now and we also are close to turning others into manageable diseases or making cancer a disease that you live with, not die from. Our investments in research over the decades have yielded many remarkable insights into how cancer develops and have greatly improved our ability to detect and treat the disease. As a result, today more than 60% of Canadians diagnosed with cancer will survive compared with about 25% in the 1940s when the Canadian Cancer Society began funding research. It is estimated that nearly 100,000 Canadian lives were saved in just the last 20 years because we are able to prevent, detect and treat cancer better.
Why does it seem like there are more people with cancer now than before? Even though we’ve made tremendous progress, cancer cases are increasing simply because of our growing and aging population. Canadians aged 50 to 79 years represented almost 70% of all new cancer cases in 2013. The good news is that cancer death rates are dropping. Between 1988 and 2007, overall cancer death rates in Canada dropped by 21% in men and 9% in women. Thanks to earlier detection and improved treatments, there are more survivors than ever before.
What if I have more questions? We welcome your questions. You can reach us by calling Donor Services at 1-800-268-8874 ext. 2034 or by emailing us at donorservices@ontario.cancer.ca.
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2013-2014 Board of Directors Don Paterson* Chair Thunder Bay Sandra Aversa Toronto Stephen Baron* Thornhill Sharon Chandler Toronto Lisa Coulman* Brampton Neil Currie* Toronto Steve Donald Oakville
Dr Sheldon Fine Toronto
2013-2014 Nominating and Governance Committee Janice Hodgson Chair (June 2013 – present) Newmarket
Patricia North* Toronto
Stephen Baron Chair (April 2012 – April 2013) Thornhill
Janice Hodgson Newmarket
Dr Linda Penn Toronto
John Hunt Woodstock
Elisabeth Rennie-Graham Hamilton
Connie Innes Sudbury
Nina Spinosa Toronto
Michelle Joliat Toronto
Tim Whalen Sudbury
Herpreet Lamba Thunder Bay
Stephen Whitehead Ottawa
Brendan Marsden Ottawa
David Williams Georgetown
Garth Matheson Barrie
Robert Yeo Toronto
Ahmed Hassan Toronto
Roxana Sultan Toronto
Stephen Roche Thornhill
Robert Yeo Toronto
Joanne Sewell Toronto
2013-2014 Compensation Committee *
Don Paterson Chair Thunder Bay
Sharon Chandler Toronto
Helen McGill Toronto
Laura Lee-Blake Toronto
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2013-2014 Audit Committee Executive Committee
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Sandra Aversa Chair Toronto Julie Bertoia Toronto
Kerry Danyluk Toronto
Alison Mullett Mississauga
Serge Gattesco Toronto
Robert J. Osborne Toronto
Donald Lofranco Burlington
2013-2014 Senior Leadership Team Martin Kabat CEO Jeffrey Gullberg Vice President, Operations & CFO
Rowena Pinto Vice President, Public Affairs & Strategic Initiatives Lesley Ring Vice President, Development & Marketing
Carol Turriff Vice President, Community Engagement & Field Operations