Young Adult Cancer Canada

🗣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!

🗣YACC Chats: Bring Your Own Craft Night: Valentine's Edition! 🎨 Expressive Arts Chat!
2026-02-09 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Expressive Arts Chat, Greet will host a “bring your own crafts night: Valentine’s edition!”
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: Romantic Relationships (2SLGBTQIA+ Chat)
2026-02-10 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Sébastien will lead a discussion with a theme of “romantic relationships.”
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: Body Image
2026-02-11 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Alannah will lead a discussion with a theme of “body image.”
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: Love & Cancer (Caregiver Chat!)
2026-02-11 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Caregiver Chat, Hannah will lead a discussion with a theme of “love & cancer.”
YACC Caregiver Chats are held through Zoom for any caregivers of a young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40. 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: Repairing Relationships (Special Event for Young Adults & Supporters 🎉)
2026-02-16 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Ainsley will lead a discussion for young adults and supporters with a theme of “repairing relationships.”
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: Romantic Relationships (Advanced and Metastatic Chat)
2026-02-17 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Moji will lead a discussion with a theme of “romantic relationships.”
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: Illness Narratives
2026-02-18 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Robyn will lead a discussion with a theme of “illness narratives.”
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: Fear of Cancer Recurrence (Skill Building Chat)
2026-02-23 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this Skill Building YACC Chat, Dani & Cenny will lead a discussion with a theme of “fear of cancer recurrence.”
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: Travel
2026-02-25 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Greet will lead a discussion with a theme of “travel.”
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: Coping with Change (Special Event for Young Adults & Supporters 🎉)
2026-03-02 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Cenny will lead a discussion for young adults and supporters with a theme of “coping with change.”
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: Identity & Change
2026-03-04 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Logan & Robyn will lead a discussion with a theme of “identity & change.”
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: Our Relationship with Exercise (Movement & Physical Well-being Chat)
2026-03-09 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Greet will lead a discussion with a theme of “our relationship with exercise.”
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: Grief, Guilt, & Gratitude
2026-03-11 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Chat, Sébastien & Dani will lead a discussion with a theme of “grief, guilt, and gratitude.”
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: Mental Health (Caregiver Chat!)
2026-03-11 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
During this YACC Caregiver Chat, Hannah will lead a discussion with a theme of “mental health.”
YACC Caregiver Chats are held through Zoom for any caregivers of a young adult diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40. 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 Calgary: Bizarre Drag Show
2026-03-12 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton)
Join Localife Calgary at Bizarre Gastro Pub on March 12 for a drag show featuring our very own Mx. Jendr at our very own Harjeet Kaur’s pub!
The organizers say this will be “a showdown of legendary proportions: clowns vs. furries! Who will reign supreme? We aren’t totally sure yet, but we promise it’ll be weird, wild, and wonderfully bizarre. Come for the drool-worthy pub eats, stay for the delightfully bizarre drag.”
Featuring:
🤡 DogiiChow 🤡 Valerie Hunt
🐺 Mx. Jendr 🐺 Marcia Law
🫦 With Guest Freak: Viscera
Localife events are for those who were diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and are currently between the ages of 18-39. You may invite a peer supporter who is also within the age range (ex. friend, spouse, sibling, etc.) where space permits. Some events are family-friendly, but you must register all attendees.
Date: March 12, 2026
Time: 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Bizarre Gastro Pub (2016 Spiller Rd SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 4G5)
Parking: Free parking on-site
Public transit: Accessible by public transit with multiple routes.
Accessibility info: Bizarre Gastro Pub is wheelchair accessible. There is graded sidewalk access to the venue by the entrance. To get into the venue you must pass through an exterior door and an inner door. The venue has two sets of bathrooms containing two stalls each, one of which is wheelchair accessible. If you have physical accessibility needs please reach out to ensure we can accommodate your seating.
Family friendly? No. Must be between 18-39. Feel free to bring a young adult supporter!
Click here to register for this event!

If you have any questions, please email us directly at this address localife@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐ Localife Saskatoon: Saskatoon Blades game night
2026-03-13 19:00 - 22:30 (America/Winnipeg)
We are very excited to share a new Localife Saskatoon event with you! Localife Saskatoon will be hosting a family night at the Saskatoon Blades Game!
Localife events are for those who were diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and are currently between the ages of 18-39. You may invite a peer supporter who is also within the age range (ex. friend, spouse, sibling, etc.) where space permits. Some events are family-friendly, but you must register all attendees.

Date: March 13, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.)

Parking: Free parking

Public transit: Public Transportation using Downtown Terminal to SaskTel Centre is accessible.

Accessibility info: There is accessible seating for those who need it.

Family friendly? Yes

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

⭐ Localife Ottawa: The Dueling Magicians
2026-03-13 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
Join Localife Ottawa for an unforgettable night of magic, mystery, and pure entertainment as we watch the Dueling Magicians show at the Prescott.
YACC will be purchasing the tickets for this show in advance; please be considerate about likely you are to attend this event before RSVPing. Participants are responsible for paying for their own food and drinks.
Localife events are for those who were diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and are currently between the ages of 18-39. You may invite a peer supporter who is also within the age range (ex. friend, spouse, sibling, etc.) where space permits. Some events are family-friendly, but you must register all attendees.
Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
Time: 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Location: The Prescott (379 Preston Street, Ottawa, ON, K1S 4N1)
Parking: Plenty of parking options nearby on Preston St.
Public transit: About a 10 minute walk from the Dows-Lake O-Train station.
Accessibility info: Please be aware that the Prescott Restaurant is old and unfortunately there is only a staircase of about 15 steps required to get downstairs for the show.
Family friendly? No. Children are not permitted to attend due to the timing and nature of this show.
RSVP: As soon as possible.
Click here to register for this event!

If you have any questions, please email us directly at this address localife@youngadultcancer.ca.

⭐ Localife St. John's: Escape Room
2026-03-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/St_Johns)
Prepare to enter a nostalgic dreamscape inspired by life in the ’90s with Localife St. John’s! “Best Kind Rewind” is a popular escape room from Escape Quest.
The first eight registrants will be able to play but if you’re placed on a waitlist and there are enough others, we may look into booking a second room!
Localife events are for those who were diagnosed with cancer before the age of 40 and are currently between the ages of 18-39. You may invite a peer supporter who is also within the age range (ex. friend, spouse, sibling, etc.) where space permits. Some events are family-friendly, but you must register all attendees.
Date: March 14, 2026
Time: 2 -4 p.m. (must arrive by 2:15!)
Location: Escape Quest (156 Duckworth St., St. John’s, NL, A1C 1G1)
Parking and public transit: The venue has ample street parking and is accessible by public transit with multiple routes.
Accessibility info: Unfortunately, this venue is not wheelchair-friendly.
Family friendly? No. YACCers and young adult supporters only.
RSVP by March 12, 2026
Click here to register for this event!

If you have any questions, please email us directly at this address localife@youngadultcancer.ca.
