Young Adult Cancer Canada

🗣YACC Chats: Navigating the Holidays (Advanced and Metastatic Chat)
2025-12-09 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Moji will lead a discussion with a theme of “navigating the holidays.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐Localife Vancouver: Cozy Season Social
2025-12-10 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
Localife Vancouver invites you to join us for a Cozy Season Social!
Date: Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
Time: 4:00p.m. to 6:00p.m.
Place: 575 W 10th Ave Suite 110, Vancouver, BC V5Z 3C4
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

🗣YACC Chats: Highs & Lows
2025-12-10 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Heather & Logan will lead a discussion with a theme of “highs & lows.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐Localife Winnipeg: Ice Skating at The Forks
2025-12-13 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
Localife Winnipeg invites you to Ice Skating at The Forks!
Date: Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Time: 3:00p.m. to 5:00p.m.
Place: The Rink Under the Canopy, 1 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

⭐Localife Toronto: Localife Toronto takes on the Distillery Winter Village!
2025-12-14 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto)
Localife Toronto is feeling festive this holiday season! Let’s get together as community and have some festive fun at the Distillery Winter Village! Come on out to enjoy the magical sights, sounds, tastes and wonders of the holiday season in Toronto’s picturesque and historic Distillery District.
Date: Sunday, December 14th, 2025
Time: 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. (EST)
Place: Distillery District, 55 Mill St, Toronto, ON, M5A 3C4
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

🗣YACC Chats: Talking to Kids About Cancer (Skill Building Chat)
2025-12-15 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Dani & Ainsley will lead a discussion with a theme of “talking to kids about cancer.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

🗣YACC Chats: Navigating the Holidays (Post-Treatment Survivorship Chat)
2025-12-16 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Ainsley & Jill will lead a discussion with a theme of “navigating the holidays.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

🗣YACC Chats: Celebrating
2025-12-17 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Joel & Logan will lead a discussion with a theme of “celebrating.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐Localife Ottawa: Christmas Market experience at Lansdowne Park!
2025-12-21 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto)
Localife Ottawa is feeling festive this holiday season! Come join us as we enjoy the magic of the Ottawa Christmas Market experience at Lansdowne Park. Wander through the twinkling lights of Aberdeen Plaza, enjoy the scent of pine and cinnamon, and take in the sounds of live festive music to celebrate the holidays together. There will be free kids craft paper plate snowman activities and opportunities to meet Santa Claus in the afternoon. Admission to the market is free, and YACC will purchase some tasty treats if you would like, however any personal shopping you’d like to do is at your own cost.
Date: Sunday, December 21st, 2025
Time: 11:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. (EST)
Place: Lansdowne Park, 1525 Princess Patricia Way, Ottawa, ON K1S 5J3
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

🗣YACC Chats: Self-Compassion
2026-01-07 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Janean will lead a discussion with a theme of “self-compassion.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐Localife Winnipeg: Roller Skating at Wheelies
2026-01-10 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Toronto)
Localife Winnipeg invites you to Skate Night at Wheelies!
Date: Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Time: 7:30p.m. to 10:00p.m.
Place: Wheelies, 210 Enniskillen Avenue, just off Main St, Winnipeg, MB
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

⭐Localife Vancouver: Cozy Season Social
2026-01-11 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver)
Localife Vancouver is headed to Central City Fun Park in Surrey and would love for you to join us!
Date: Sunday, January 11th, 2025
Time: 6:00p.m. to 9:00p.m.
Place: Central City Fun Park – 11125 124 St, Surrey, BC V3V 4V2
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

🗣YACC Chats: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Through Movement (Movement & Physical Well-being Chat)
2026-01-12 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, special guest Robyn Halme and host Joel will lead a discussion with a theme of “mindfulness-based stress reduction through movement.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

🗣YACC Chats: Hopes & Fears for 2026 (2SLGBTQIA+ Chat)
2026-01-13 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Jill & Logan will lead a discussion with a theme of “hopes & fears for 2026.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

🗣YACC Chats: Scanxiety
2026-01-14 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Deandra will lead a discussion with a theme of “scanxiety.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐Localife Ottawa: Ottawa ComicCon - Winter Edition
2026-01-18 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto)
Come join us at this year’s winter edition of Ottawa ComicCon at the EY Centre on Sunday, January 18, 2026. We will have lots of time to socialize and share our common interests as we explore over 150 different retailers and artists booths. YACC will cover the cost of a light snack or beverage during the event, but all other shopping will be at your own expense. Entry to the event is free, we will be attending the event from about 12-3 PM, meeting at the main entrance of the exhibition hall.

Date: Sunday January 18, 2026

Time: 12-3 PM

Location: EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Dr, Ottawa

Parking: Parking cost is $10.00. Car directions to the event here.

Public Transit: OC Transpo provides excellent bus service to and from the Centre. Click here to plan your OC Transpo route.

Accessibility Info: The EY Centre is fully accessible.

Family Friendly?: Supporters and kids are welcome, but please note that not all panels/programs are appropriate for children. Please submit a separate registration form for each attendee.

RSVP by: Saturday, January 17, 2026

Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

⭐Localife St. John's: Cozy Trivia at the Majestic Cafe!
2026-01-18 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto)
Localife St. John’s invites you to Cozy Trivia at the Majestic Cafe
Date: Sunday, January 18, 2025
Time: 6:30p.m. to 9:00p.m.
Place: Theatre Hill Bar + Café (The Majestic Theatre). 390 Duckworth Street, St. John’s
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

🗣YACC Chats: Music Session (Sharing, Listening & Discussing) 🎨 Expressive Arts Chat!
2026-01-19 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Expressive Arts Chat, Joel will be hosting a music session (sharing, listening & discussing).
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

🗣YACC Chats: Hopes & Fears for 2026 (Advanced and Metastatic Chat)
2026-01-20 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Moji will lead a discussion with a theme of “hopes & fears for 2026.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
PLEASE NOTE: This YACC Chat now starts at 4 p.m. ET. / 1 p.m. PT!
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

🗣YACC Chats: Asking for Help
2026-01-21 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Cenny & Logan will lead a discussion with a theme of “asking for help.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

🗣YACC Chats: Using AI to Get Stuff Done (Skill Building Chat)
2026-01-26 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this Skill Building YACC Chat, Ainsley will lead a discussion with a theme of “using AI to get stuff done.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

🗣YACC Chats: Hopes & Fears for 2026 (Post-Treatment Survivorship Chat)
2026-01-27 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Heather & Deandra will lead a discussion with a theme of “hopes & fears for 2026.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

🗣YACC Chats: Making Meaning
2026-01-28 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Cenny will lead a discussion with a theme of “making meaning.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐Localife Edmonton: Coffee Shop Meet-Up
2026-01-31 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton)
Localife Edmonton would love for you to join us for a chill afternoon of connection and non-alcoholic beverages (brought to you by YACC)!
Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Remedy Cafe on Whyte Ave (10479 Whyte Ave NW)

Parking: Limited

Accessibility Info: Venue is accessible

Family Friendly?: Not this time!
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

⭐Localife Calgary: Arcade Afternoon at GRETA Bar
2026-02-01 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver)
Localife Calgary is heading to GRETA Bar (YYC) for an afternoon of arcade games and connection!
YACC will cover arcade gaming cards/credits for one hour (during the group gaming time) as well as a few shareable plates for the group upon arrival. There are dozens of games ranging from pinball to car racers to basketball. Whether you’re an arcade pro or just push random buttons, come have a laugh with fellow YACC members. For more information about GRETA, check out their website: https://www.gretabar.com/arcade. There will be draws for prizes too!
When: 3:00pm to 5:00pm (ish). We’ll meet upstairs at 3:00pm to connect and get settled. Please note that the venue does not open until 3:00pm so please do not show up beforehand! We will then head to the arcade and start gaming at 4:00pm (ish). Our hour of free game time will run from 4:00pm to 5:00pm (ish), but you’re welcome to stay and keep hanging out!
Where: GRETA Bar (YYC), 213 10 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0A4.
Accessibility (Important): The whole venue has multiple stairs, and is not wheelchair accessible. The gaming/arcade area is downstairs and there is no lift/elevator.
Who to Bring: Adults only this time! Young adult supporters welcome.
What to Bring: (1) Government-issued photo ID; and (2) a payment method if you’d like to purchase any food/drinks or continue gaming beyond the covered hour.
RSVP by: Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

🗣YACC Chats: Yoga Nidra with Lisa Kamran from Gilda's Toronto (Movement & Physical Well-being Chat)
2026-02-02 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, special guest Lisa Kamran from Gilda’s Toronto and host Janean will lead a discussion with a theme of “yoga nidra.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐Localife St. John's: An Evening at the Rooms Museum
2026-02-04 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto)
February feels like a prime time to take in some warmth, beauty, and colour at the Rooms Museum. Make new connections and see old friends as we explore the exhibitions together!

When: Wednesday, February 4, 2026 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Where: The Rooms Museum | 9 Bonaventure Ave, St. John’s, NL A1C 5P9

Parking: Parking is available at $3/hour.

Public Transit: The Rooms is accessible by public transit via Metrobus routes 2, 10 and 15.

Accessibility Info: The Rooms Museum is a fully accessible venue.

Who: Family Friendly! Feel free to bring a friend if it makes you more comfortable.
Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

🗣YACC Chats: Mental Health
2026-02-04 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Joel & Logan will lead a discussion with a theme of “mental health.”
YACC Chats are held through Zoom for any young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and currently between 18-39. Each chat is themed to offer a variety of opportunities to connect within the young adult cancer experience.
YACC Chats start at 8 p.m. ET.
>>REGISTER HERE<<
Questions?
Email webchats@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐Localife Ottawa: Winterlude at the National Gallery
2026-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto)
Let’s celebrate Winterlude together by enjoying some music and soaking in the artful atmosphere of the National Gallery of Canada. We can do some hands-on art activities together and cap off the evening with some seasonal snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments (courtesy of YACC). You can also find more event details on the National Gallery’s website.

Event Details:
What: Ottawa Winterlude – National Gallery Art Evening

When: Thursday, February 5, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.Where: National Gallery of Canada, 380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 9N4

Parking and Transit: Please see https://www.gallery.ca/visit/location-and-parkingAccessibility Info: The National Gallery is fully accessible and the event will be indoors.
Who: Supporters and kids are welcome. Please submit a separate registration form for each attendee.

RSVP by: Wednesday February 4, 2026

Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!

⭐ Localife Saskatoon: Paint Night
2026-02-08 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Winnipeg)
It’s our first Localife Saskatoon event!
We are very excited to share a new Localife Saskatoon event with you! The paint night is being held at Wet Paint in Saskatoon. Each person gets to pick a different object to paint.

Date: February 8th
Time:1:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: 632 1st Avenue North # 50 (Wet Paint) Saskatoon, SK

Parking: There is free parking in front of the business as well as free street parking.

Public Transit: Bus # 14 drives is the closest bus route to the location

Accessibility Info: This building is accessible for those who use a wheelchair

Family Friendly?: You are allowed to bring one supporter with you for this event

Click here to register for this event!
If you have any questions, please email localife@youngadultcancer.ca!
