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September 04, 2019YACCtivist: Jennifer MacKenzie
“I hit a wall after treatment and needed support. I fought to live, but had no idea how to do it.”
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YACCtivist: Jennifer Ryan
“I became a YACCtivist to reach more young adults dealing with a cancer diagnosis and let them know they do not have to feel isolated.”
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YACCtivist: Keri Blackwell
“To truly thrive through a diagnosis, you need connection; you need people who actually ‘get it.’ And that’s why I’ve signed on to be a YACCtivist.”
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YACCtivist: Marley Cameron (she/her)
“YACC became a safe haven of hope and a constant source of support for me through my recovery process. It has carried me through two relapses and has continued to support me every day since.”
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YACCtivist: Matt Ralph
“The YACCtivist program is an opportunity to work on a stronger and more solid group voice. Our stories, our problems, and our issues are unique, and they deserve to be heard.”
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YACCtivist: Shana Couillard
“Twenty-two AYAs are diagnosed with cancer every day in Canada, only one will find YACC. We need to find the other 21 and let them know that they are not alone.”
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September 02, 2019Localife St. John’s has a cozy time together at Piatto
At the end of August, Localife St. John’s had plans to have a bonfire on the beach to send out the summer. However, since Newfoundland is full of surprises weather-wise, […]
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August 23, 2019YACCtivist training 2019: Let’s give them something to talk about
After months of planning, after over 30 incredible applicants each with unique talents and captivating stories of resilience, 15 YACCtivists touched down for a weekend at Gilda’s Club Greater Toronto from August 15-18 for a weekend we won’t forget.
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August 20, 2019How my relationship with my body changed after cancer
Body image is something I have always struggled with, and being diagnosed with cancer made things worse. I was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2015. The treatment I went through to save my life left me with scars and insecurity about my body.
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Dawn values her colleagues
At our monthly team meetings, one of our crew members discusses some of our five values: strength, courage, commitment, heart, and spark. This is Dawn’s reflection from this month’s meeting. […]
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August 15, 2019Tips for loving your body after cancer
During my recovery, I’ve gone through many stages of love and hate with myself. A huge part of that struggle came with adjusting to my body and dealing with my wardrobe, weight gain and of course having had cancer, twice! I found ways to cope over the years and so, here are some of my tips for adjusting to a new body and a new life after cancer.
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August 09, 2019Dunk for the Brave 2019: A photo diary
Thanks to the support from Domino’s Pizza and Regatta-goers, we raised over $12,700 in support of young adults affected by cancer!
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