We are the Alberta Cancer Foundation
Albertans Helping Albertans
One in two Albertans will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Sadly, one in four will not survive.
These aren’t just statistics. These are our loved ones, our friends, our neighbours, our fellow Albertans.
We need to do more. And, with your help, we can.
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You can give the gift of more moments to Albertans and their families facing cancer.
Areas of Impact
Priority Needs
Priority Needs
Groundbreaking Research
Groundbreaking Research
Patient Experience
Patient Experience
Alberta’s Cancer Centres
Alberta’s Cancer Centres
Areas of Impact
The most impactful way to support Albertans facing cancer today, and in the future, is by supporting the priority needs of the cancer system. Donations to priority needs offer flexibility to respond when there is an emerging opportunity to help Albertans facing cancer and wherever it will have the greatest reach within our province. These funds allow us to respond quickly when new breakthroughs come to light, when costly medical equipment must be replaced, and to support patient care needs as they arise.
The only way to bring the treatments of tomorrow to those facing cancer today is through leading-edge research and clinical trials. Luckily, when it comes to clinical trials, Alberta is leading the way in Canada and these trials are shaping the standard of care for cancer treatment in the future.
Facing a cancer diagnosis comes with many challenges. For those patients who are living in rural Alberta or in a marginalized community, navigating a complex health care system adds a new layer of difficulty. Many patients also face significant financial pressure during their cancer journey. Fortunately, the Alberta Cancer Foundation’s Patient Financial Assistance Program, Patient Navigation Programs and Mobile Breast Screening Units are there to help.
Every Albertan should have access to cutting-edge cancer treatment, no matter where they live in the province. That’s why the Alberta Cancer Foundation exists – to make a difference in the lives of Albertans. We support improvements at Alberta’s 17 cancer centres, enhancing the level of care provided.
Get Involved
From becoming a monthly donor, to holding a fundraising event, to making a major gift or leaving a gift in your will, there are many different ways to give and to help
Make a Donation
Whether you choose to donate as a business, leave a gift in your will, make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor, you are making a difference for Albertans facing cancer.
Fundraise or Participate
Start your own fundraising page or participate in an existing event like the Enbridge Tour Alberta for Cancer to raise funds in support of innovation in research, treatment and care across Alberta.
Purchase a Cash & Cars Lottery Ticket
When you purchase a Cash & Cars Lottery ticket, you are supporting leading edge research and care right here in our backyard at Alberta’s 17 cancer centres.
Albertans Helping Albertans
Impact Stories
Groundbreaking cancer immunotherapy research and care advances with $25 million donation from Riddell family
The University of Calgary (UCalgary), the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation and the Alberta Cancer Foundation are pleased to announce a $25 million donation from the Riddell family in support of
GIVING HOPE TO ALBERTA FAMILIES FACING CANCER ON ‘GIVING TUESDAY’
Alberta Cancer Foundation announces matching gift campaign with ambitious goal of raising $300,000 in support of world-class cancer research and care here in Alberta. ALBERTA – As we approach this
Mike Zurawell was your everyday Albertan. But three little words – You have cancer – changed everything.
Nothing can prepare you to hear the words, “You have cancer”. In November 2022, that became the reality for Mike Zurawell. He went through months and months of treatment, including
