Survivors

I'm a survivor

Surviving cancer is a monumental achievement that brings new challenges and perspectives. We support you in adjusting to your new normal, with an emphasis on wellness, empowerment, and living a life rich with purpose and joy.

How We Help

We offer a wide array of programs tailored for individuals navigating the cancer journey, no matter what is your story. Explore our programs designed to meet your needs. Not sure where to start ? Contact us.

Relevant Programs for "Survivors"

Relaxation and Meditation Program

This program offers guided relaxation sessions that combine gentle movement with breathing exercises and meditation. The sessions help participants find peace and calmness during their cancer journey through simple yet effective techniques.

Focus on the future

Post-treatment program for those who have finished active treatment. Experts will share evidence-based knowledge and strategies to help you move forward now that your treatments have ended. Topics will include: reducing your risk of recurrence, nutrition after cancer, medical management, handling your emotions and more.

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A better understanding of cancer and the grieving process help you overcome it and take control of your life. Find here online ressources or visit our physical library located on the 7th floor of the JGH. 

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… I am STRONG ??!!!  

She isn’t strong because that’s what she wanted to be… She didn’t choose her story- In fact, it chose her. She holds herself together with beautiful composure and magnificent courage.. For as the world thinks she has it all under control,...

The “Going Back to Work After Cancer” Workshop

It can be daunting to contemplate a return to work after a cancer diagnosis. There’s the physical and emotional toll of the illness, coupled with the fear of being unable to perform at the same level. As a cancer survivor, you...

Qi Gong Wild Goose: A Gentle, Powerful Practice for People with Cancer

Qi Gong is a traditional Chinese practice that combines movement, breath, and meditation. It has been used for centuries to promote health and well-being. One particular form, the Wild Goose Qi Gong, is gaining popularity as a gentle and effective tool...

Inspiring story lights up another exceptional Survivorship Day celebration

It’s always inspiring to see so many excited faces before a Survivorship Day Celebration. This year was no exception. As cancer survivors walked into the Block amphitheatre of the Montreal Jewish General Hospital, they all had an expectant look on their...

Survivorship Day Celebration as a Caregiver

I’m not a cancer survivor, but my wife was for 6 1/2 years. During that time, she showed an amount of courage that I can only dream of having. My wife battled her disease mostly on her own. Yes, she had...

William’s Story: Supporting Science is Essential in the Fight Against Cancer

“I am living proof that science matters and that it saves lives.” William Brock knows what he’s talking about. On September 27, 1997, his father, Hyman, was diagnosed with leukemia. Six weeks later, his father passed away. Seven years later, on...

Rebirth in Remission

By Patricia Rodi “It’s cancer.” At this moment, the world stops … my womanhood, my motherhood, and my life are tossed aside to fight the evil inside me. Diagnosed with Stage IIIB Stomach Cancer, I learned how strong I could be,...

Author Patricia Rodi gives back

A memoir for patients, family, and friends dealing with critical illness, WHAT COMES AFTER CANCER, is now available on Amazon, and soon, you can order from your favourite bookstore. The author, Patricia Rodi, generously gives fifty percent of profits that benefit...

Surviving Cancer

By Suzanne Asselin I am a cancer survivor! Merely a few decades ago, the word “cancer”, barely whispered, was considered a death sentence. Surviving cancer was like winning the lottery. Over the years, thanks to huge strides made in science and...

A Day in the Life of Aïdée

By Sonia Hazan It was mid-March 2020…when life as we knew it, turned topsy-turvy! My first encounter with Aïdée was during the course of a support group entitled “The Art of Coping”. She struck me as a very astute, intuitive and...

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Where we gather to honour people living with cancer, support one another, and celebrate every milestone.

 

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Happy Holidays

The holiday season upon is upon us, and our staff is taking some well-earned time off.

The Wellness Centre will be closed from December 22, 2025, to January 2, 2026.

Our office on E7 at the JGH will be closed from December 24, 2025, to January 2, 2026.

We look forward to welcoming you back when we reopen on January 5, 2026.

If you need immediate support during this time, please contact your healthcare team or visit your nearest emergency department.

Wishing you and your loved ones peaceful holidays.

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