Wanda Farkas: I am so much more than my scars
Cancer left me with permanent facial disfigurements. The more people stared and made hurtful comments, the more self-conscious I became, and I began to withdraw…
You are not alone
We often hear from those living with cancer that a significant reason they appreciate Wellspring Cancer Support, is that people there get what you’re going…
John Nyholt: It’s wonderful to be considered unremarkable
While on a camping trip in the summer of 2018, John Nyholt experienced some minor indigestion. He thought nothing of it until jaundice set in…
Holiday Giving: Lynn Kinsman – A help to my whole family
Losing my husband to cancer was devastating for me and for our 5-year-old daughter, Arabella.Being diagnosed with that same, rare form of cancer in 2021…
National Philanthropy Day: Message of Thanks
Donations to Wellspring make a world of difference and change lives. Today Canada celebrates National Philanthropy Day, and Wellspring conveys deep and sincere appreciation to…
Matching Campaign
My name is Laura Isidean, Board Chair for Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation. I want to share with you my story, as well as a unique…
Land Acknowledgement
Wellspring Cancer Support would like to acknowledge the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories across Canada on which we live, work and play of the many…
Bruce Cooke: Swimming in a Murky Sea
I have always been proactive about my health. I exercise regularly, run marathons, and keep regular appointments with my medical teams. I have a family…
Champions supporting this year’s Wellspring Ride for Cancer Support: The Atlantic Challenge
A Wellspring Champion is someone who is currently experiencing cancer or has previously experienced cancer. Their lived experience is what motivates and encourages this event’s…
Things Get Better with Love, Support and Time
by Kathryn Phillip I have been healthy my entire life. Cancer was never something I ever worried about. So you can imagine how overwhelmed I…