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Organization:
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Canadian Cancer Society - Ottawa
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Toll-Free:
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1-888-939-3333 * to donate 1-800-268-8874
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TTY:
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1-866-786-3934
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Fax:
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613-723-8967
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Address:
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116 Albert St, Suite 500
Ottawa, ON
K1P 5G3
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Intersection:
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Metcalfe St and Albert St
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
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Service Description:
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Services for cancer patients, their families and the general public
Cancer Information Specialists: One-on-one information on cancer and cancer-related topics for cancer patients, their families, general public, and health professionals
Information on all types of cancer: Prevention and early detection * treatments * drugs and clinical trials * complementary therapies * emotional and financial support * nutrition * statistics * help in local communities * information about being tested * preparing for or coping with treatments * managing recovery or recurrence * supporting someone who is living with cancer
Transportation: Assistance with transportation to help patients get to their cancer-specific treatments when they are unable to get there on their own
Peer Support: Connects people to a trained volunteer (survivor or caregiver) by telephone or in person * all calls are confidential
Wig Salon: Free wigs for cancer patients losing their hair due to chemotherapy
Prevention: Information at health fairs and presentations about cancer prevention and cancer related topics at no charge
Smokers' Helpline: Information and counselling to smokers who want to quit, those who have quit and need support, and those who want to help a friend or family member quit and especially to those who have no intention of quitting * this toll-free telephone support line and a series of self-help books form an integrated approach called One Step At A Time
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Call for more information
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Cancer patients, their families and friends * Transportation program: Individuals undergoing active treatment, or within their first year after registration.
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Canada
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Last Updated:
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6/19/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=210947
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