COMMUNITY CONFERENCE 2024

The virtual conference brought together the nation’s colorectal cancer community: patients who are undergoing or have completed treatment, caregivers, family members, and healthcare professionals. Together, we will join forces to ENGAGE, EXCHANGE & EMPOWER.

This year’s conference was co-created with our patient and caregiver co-chairs to ensure that sessions and format respond to the needs of those touched by colorectal cancer and provide them with the necessary information to empower them throughout their journey.

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Day 1

Opening Remarks

New Advances in CRC Treatments

In this session, our medical panel provides an overview of the latest available treatments for metastatic and non-metastatic CRC in Canada.

The Advocacy Spectrum: An Authentic View of Patient Experiences

From self-advocacy to advocating for access to treatments and policy change, this session brings together a panel of patients to explore the different roles that advocacy played in their cancer experience.

Empowering Through Unity: Exploring the Advantages of Connecting With Patient/ Community Groups

In this quickfire session (30 minutes), we take a look at how patient groups and community organizations can help to “fill in the gaps” and complement your medical care.

Health Equity – Better Access to Care for All

In this quickfire session, we explore some of the current barriers to access to cancer care and viable solutions to improve patient and health system outcomes.

Day 2

Opening Remarks

Navigating a Cancer Diagnosis: I’ve been diagnosed with cancer. Now what?

A cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event that can leave you with a whirlwind of emotions ranging from anger, to sadness, to guilt. In this session, join our panel of healthcare professionals and patients as they discuss the psychosocial impact of a cancer diagnosis and strategies for coping.

Balancing Act: Wellness During Treatment

In this session, our panel of patients and healthcare professionals address different areas of wellbeing and explore strategies to support your wellness throughout treatment.

Beyond Treatment: Building A Framework For Your New Normal

After treatment has ended, managing your new normal can be overwhelming and it can be difficult to know where to begin. In this session, our panel of patients and healthcare professionals explore different approaches to managing your post-treatment concerns and embracing your new normal.

Closing Remarks