Help us turn Canada purple ...

This November, we are asking communities to help us shine a light on Canada's deadliest disease. We see the purple light as a symbol of hope and a way to draw attention to a disease that remains severely underfunded and misunderstood.

Last year, many iconic landmarks including BC Place, Calgary's Telus Spark, the CN Tower, Niagara Falls and.the legislative buildings in NB and NL were bathed in purple to raise awareness of the 4th leading cause of cancer death in Canada. Click here to view our Purple Lights YouTube video.

We thank the many individuals who contacted iconic buildings on our behalf or strung purple lights on their homes and businesses to honour loved ones and make the 2013 purple lights awareness campaign a success. 

If you would like to get involved this year, please contact us at purplelights@pancancanada.ca.

N.B. Our shipment of purple lights has arrived. You can place your order online through our shop. We are also selling lawn signs (L) to help shed light on our Purple Lights Campaign and National Awareness Month.

It starts with one step ... 

Kathy's Run for Pancreatic Cancer is taking steps to fight this devastating disease. It is proud to be the only dedicated run for pancreatic cancer in Western Canada and is held in memory of Kathy McCollum whose passion for running was the catalyst for this fundraiser. Watch event organizers, Jessica Laird and Danielle Brown's, interview on CTV

Now in its 4th year, this event started in Edmonton and has raised more than $150,000 to support innovative research in Alberta and across Canada. 

Big News!!!

This year, we are excited to announce that Kathy's Run is expanding to Calgary. Register now for the 5K (kids/walk/run), 10K or 21K. The runs/walks will be held in Edmonton on October 25th and in Calgary on October 26th.

A Day for Hope ...

In an ongoing effort to provide comprehensive information and support to patients, family members and caregivers, Pancreatic Cancer Canada is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Gloria Pearl Educational Symposium. 

The event will be held in Toronto on Saturday November 1st, 2014 at the Tiff Bell Lightbox (L). Leading experts in the field of pancreatic cancer will discuss the latest diagnostic tools, treatments and research. The day will conclude with Stories of Hope and a reception in the Tiff Lounge. Tickets to attend are $20.00 and include a light lunch. Seating is limited. Click here to register online. 

Breaking News - On Saturday December 6th, we will add Vancouver to our symposium series. Details to follow.

Learning through experiences ...

A few weeks ago, we sent out a survey directed at those living with pancreatic cancer and their caregivers. Information gathered will be used to better understand the needs and experiences of those affected by this disease.

Thanks to your feedback, KRC Research (an independent marketing group conducting this survey) has agreed to modify the survey to include the experiences of those who have lost a loved one to this devastating disease.

Your support is vital ... the more people who take this survey, the better the data. Information collected will be used to help patients better understand their disease and ask the right questions so they can get the best possible treatment and care. 

Click here to participate in the survey - All entries are anonymous. 

Save the Date ... November 13th, 2014

We are delighted to announce the launch of the first ever World Pancreatic Cancer Day.

Pancreatic cancer organizations from around the world will have the opportunity to come together in a powerful display of solidarity to raise awareness of the disease.

Plans for the day, which will include a viral campaign, are currently being drawn up. We will update you with more details in the next few weeks.

In the spotlight ...

Spokespeople are a group of friends who have been cycling in and around Toronto for many years. Eleven years ago, they decided to designate their annual 40 km fall ride as a charity fundraiser and this year, they have chosen to support our cause.

Several members of the team have been impacted by this devastating disease. Sandi Leibovici lost her cherished Aunt Puica Goldenberg and Mark Spergel grew up never knowing his grandfather, Hyman Bolter. Recently, Mark lost his good friend, Arnie Vered, who fought a valiant battle and inspired so many people with his blog which was posted on our website. 

The cycling group felt strongly that more funding was desperately needed to bring this dismal prognosis under control. If you want to read more about this initiative or support their efforts, click here.

Follow us on Social Media ...

Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

We post the latest news on pancreatic cancer, upcoming events and fundraisers, photos and provide a platform to ask questions and communicate with others who have been affected by this disease.

*We are looking for someone to update and maintain our Twitter Page, if you are interested in volunteering your time, please contact us info@pancancanada.ca

Create a personal fundraising page and turn any activity into a fundraising opportunity; just let your imagination run wild. Consider participating in a walk, a spin class, holding a car wash, a bake sale or BBQ ... the possibilities are endless.

To date, close to $200,000 has been raised by personal fundraisers to support much needed research.

Check our Event Calendar. It is ideal for promoting your local fundraiser or seeing what may be happening in your community.