STRIVING TO EMPOWER ALL CANADIANS
WHAT IS CANCER WELLNESS AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
Cancer Wellness empowers individuals by addressing their physical, spiritual, emotional, social, systemic, informational, and practical needs, known as the 7 Pillars of Cancer Wellness. This complements traditional medicine by offering a whole-person approach to living well with cancer, empowering giving individuals a sense of control over their own care.
WHY HOLD A NATIONAL CANCER WELLNESS AWARENESS DAY ?
National Cancer Wellness Awareness Day (NCWAD) is crucial in raising awareness that 1 in 2 Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. It highlights the presence and benefits of cancer wellness centers, aiming to educate and encourage people to utilize these valuable resources for improved well-being.
Developed by the West Island Cancer Wellness Centre, the 7 Pillars of Cancer Wellness are implemented in our comprehensive assessments to ensure whole-person support for those we serve.
If you would like information about cancer wellness available in your community, call the Living Well With Cancer Network at (514) 695-9355 (Montreal area) or 1-833-274-9355 (toll free).
THE HISTORY OF NATIONAL CANCER WELLNESS AWARENESS DAY
In late 2018, the West Island Cancer Wellness Centre (WICWC) successfully petitioned Health Canada to designate June 26th as National Cancer Wellness Awareness Day, with the first event held on June 26, 2019. Before the event, WICWC and partners lobbied on Parliament Hill, gaining support from MPs and Senators, which led to widespread national promotion.
PROUD PARTNERS OF NATIONAL CANCER WELLNESS AWARENESS DAY
CITIES THAT HAVE PROCALAIMED
