Introduction

The Ottawa Cancer Foundation is an independent charitable organization dedicated to providing direct support, practical services, and compassionate care to individuals and families affected by cancer across Eastern Ontario. For more than 30 years, the organization has played an important role within the region’s cancer care landscape, initially through funding research and clinical trials, and more recently through the evolution of a community-based model focused on improving quality of life for those navigating the realities of cancer.

Today, the Foundation operates as a growing cancer support organization delivering programs, services, and resources for cancer patients, caregivers, and families both within its Community Cancer Hubs and through a broad network of community partnerships. Through this collaborative model, the organization is able to extend its reach and provide access to a wide range of support services while remaining r...