Nourish for the Inuit Community Marks One Year of Building Culturally Grounded Cancer Support in Ottawa
One year after launching Nourish for the Inuit Community in Ottawa, Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation (Wellspring), Tungasuvvingat Inuit (TI), and The Ottawa Cancer Foundation (TOCF) are reflecting on the program’s impact and listening to Inuit participants to help shape its future. Over the past year, the initiative has brought Inuit community members together through four […]
Wellspring on Breakfast Television: Addressing the gap in support for youth affected by cancer
This morning, Wellspring’s Associate Program Director Lauren McLeod was featured on Breakfast Television alongside Wellspring Member Sam Taylor. Together, they discussed the hardships families can face when a child is diagnosed with cancer, and what Wellspring can do to help. Watch the full segment below:
People of The Moncton Hospital Podcast Episode: The Wellspring Story, featuring Brenda Delodder
What began with one woman’s vision to ensure no one faces cancer alone has grown into a national movement supporting thousands of Canadians every year. In a recent episode of the People of the Moncton Hospital Podcast, Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation CEO Brenda Delodder joined host Jacqueline Bloom, Director of Cancer Support at Wellspring New […]
Pamela’s Story: Support Without Borders
When Pamela was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2024, she knew treatment would be difficult. What she didn’t expect was how isolating life would become once she returned home after each appointment. Living in Manitoba, Pamela had access to excellent medical care through their provincial healthcare system. But once the chemotherapy ended for the day […]
29 cyclists raise over half a million dollars during ride from Ontario to PEI for life-changing cancer support programs
Charlottetown, PEI – On Saturday, August 22, 2026, cyclists completed their over 3,000km journey from Oakville, ON, to Charlottetown, PEI, as part of Wellspring’s Ride for Cancer Support: Pedal to PEI, a biennial event, to help ensure people living with cancer can access free support programs across Canada. This year’s event raised over $525,000 for Wellspring, […]
Statement Regarding Closure of Gilda’s Club Greater Toronto
Like many across the cancer support community, we were saddened to learn that Gilda’s Club Greater Toronto has ceased operations after many years of serving individuals and families affected by cancer. Our thoughts are with the members, volunteers, staff, and supporters who have been part of that community over the years. We want to reassure […]
Eldon Testimonial Video: Help Through Dark Times
Eldon never expected a routine commitment to staying healthy would lead to a diagnosis of Stage 4 prostate cancer. Throughout his journey, Eldon has been supported by his family, friends, and his church community. He also found an unexpected source of strength through Wellspring and the community he found through the cancer exercise program at […]
Divine’s Story: More Than a Patient
For much of her life, Divine was always on the move. But in 2024, a stage 3 lung cancer diagnosis brought everything to a sudden halt. What began as severe pain in her leg led to the discovery of a blood clot. During follow-up testing, doctors found something concerning in her lungs. After additional scans […]
Jean’s Story: A Place That Felt Like Home
When Jean was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer in September 2020, the world was in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Between hospital visits at North York General Hospital and Sunnybrook, she was navigating cancer treatment during a time of uncertainty and isolation. That was when she discovered Wellspring. “I noticed a brochure about […]
Jane’s Story: Wellspring picked me up when I needed it most
Jane’s world shifted on October 2, 2018, when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Surgery followed just weeks later, with radiation beginning in early 2019. Suddenly, she was navigating a whirlwind of appointments and emotions, while also supporting her two teenage sons and doing her best to sustain her business. Healing didn’t end when medical […]