There are many ways to take part in the YACC community. Connect through our private Facebook group; meet other young adults affected by cancer through our digital, local, and national programs; and read posts and profiles from other young adults who know what it’s like to face cancer in your late teens, 20s, and 30s.
Reach out today to connect with YACC, finding support, and join our amazing community.
We have multiple private facebook groups to connect you with other survivors, 24/7.
Connect with other young adults dealing with cancer through their profiles and stories.
Our private Facebook group is a very supportive space where you can ask questions or simply share what you are going through.
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YACC’s got your back! Join the Localife program in your city today! Meet great people who get it and have fun.
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Retreat Yourself unites YACC community members and provides an opportunity to talk and share stories with people who get it.
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YACC meets adventure with the Retreat Yourself Adventure! Join cancer survivors and supporters as they push their limits in Newfoundland.
Learn moreThe Survivor Conference is the biggest annual reunion of YACC community members in Canada. Join us for empowering peer support.
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Connect and reconnect at the Big Cancer Hook-up! Join YACC community members, survivors, and supporters at this year’s national event.
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Why do some people feel like they can ask me so many insanely personal questions?
#YACC News #Survivor #2017 #Shauna Kirby
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We've had another tough run at YACC this year, losing amazing people in our community like Justin, Megan, Stephenie, Jody, and others. I'm climbing in memory of them, and to give YACC more resources to help their cancer brothers and sisters.
#YACC News #Geoff's Blog #The Climb #2017
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Despite the goodwill of charitable supporters and the belief that “it’s a great cause,” the trust and belief we charities are afforded on the revenue side is sharply contrasted with the treasonous accusations levied on the expense side of our organizations.
#YACC News #Geoff's Blog #2017
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YACC is so happy to announce that Dani Taylor and Samantha Hayes have joined forces with Anne Marie to form a force to be reckoned with!
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"I learnt a lot on day three when we hiked Gros Morne through two great conversations that made me come to some realizations -- one with myself, and the other with another participant."
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Localife Ottawa reconnected on Sunday, September 30 at a local pub to share a metre of appetizers and tableside s'mores with some returning and new members of the YACC family.
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On Sunday, September 23, 2018, over 70 participants took to the streets in St. John's, NL and Halifax, NS for the 19th Annual Climb.
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Localife Calgary held a pool party and BBQ on August 25, and it was gallons of fun!
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Fundraising through private, third party events is a great way to support YACC! Do you have an event you’d like to host? Reach out!
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Shave for the Brave is YACC’s largest annual fundraiser. Host a shave or donate to school and community shavers to help support young adults dealing with cancer.
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