Hot of the Press 🗞️ 💛 ACCESS Newsletter: Issue #7 In June 2026, G7 leaders made a historic commitment to the fight against cancer. For the pediatric cancer community in Canada, this moment matters. Read the full ACCESS Newsletter here: https://ow.ly/jrC150ZwBFq

ACCESS Presents: Improving Access Through Pediatric Oncology Satellite Clinics This education session will highlight the collaborative networks that have revolutionized access to specialized cancer care for children and families across Ontario and Atlantic Canada. Link: https://ow.ly/aEfo50Zq5To

ACCESS Presents: Improving Access Through Pediatric Oncology Satellite Clinics This education session will highlight the collaborative networks that have revolutionized access to specialized cancer care for children and families across Ontario and Atlantic Canada. Link: https://ow.ly/aEfo50Zq5To

We're excited to invite you to the 2026 ACCESS Summer Research Symposium, where this years’ participating students and trainees will showcase their work and reflect on their experiences. Full agenda to follow soon. July 21, 2026 - https://ow.ly/X2yf50ZiM6H July 29, 2026 - https://ow.ly/fVjC50ZiM6G

The #ACCESSNetwork wishes you all a happy Canada Day! 🍁 #StrongerTogether 💛

June is #PrideMonth. At ACCESS, we believe that improving pediatric cancer outcomes starts with including everyone. Equity isn't just a value we hold. It's a shared responsibility because EVERY child deserves access to the best possible care, regardless of who they are or where they come from. #EDI

Join us at the ACCESS Town Hall to hear about ACCESS' sustainability initiatives and advocacy for pediatric cancer research and care, and learn how your voice can drive meaningful change for children with cancer and their families in Canada. Register: https://ow.ly/aCZ050Zackc

June is National Indigenous History Month - a time to honour the histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples across Canada. At ACCESS, we recognize that equitable care means reaching every child, in every community. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Zew950Z911l

At ACCESS, our mission is to ensure that every child with cancer in Canada has access to the latest research and care. One of the ways we support this is by hosting free educational sessions for the public throughout the year. Share ideas for future speakers & topics: https://ow.ly/AcW050YXP6X

In the Maritime, the only tertiary pediatric oncology centre is located at IWK Health and some families travel hundreds of kilometres to access cancer treatment for their child. Join us to learn about the challenges families face and opportunities to improve support. https://ow.ly/GgRw50Z4izO

In 1980, Terry Fox united Canada to come together to fund cancer research. Terry’s story act as an important reminder of what Canada can accomplish when we all work together. Support the ACCESS-ACCES team at the Terry Fox Run today! Link: https://ow.ly/7CGX50W0XPL

In the Maritime, the only tertiary pediatric oncology centre is located at IWK Health and some families travel hundreds of kilometres to access cancer treatment for their child. Join us to learn about the challenges families face and opportunities to improve support. https://ow.ly/GgRw50Z4izO

At ACCESS, our mission is to ensure that every child with cancer in Canada has access to the latest research and care. One of the ways we support this is by hosting free educational sessions for the public throughout the year. Share ideas for future speakers & topics: https://ow.ly/AcW050YXP6X

Pediatric cancer research and care have made remarkable strides in improving survival rates in Canada and globally, yet psychosocial well-being during and after treatment is often overlooked. Read full story here: https://ow.ly/BzZc50YW4on #PediatricCancer #ACCESSForKids

Hot of the Press 🗞️ ACCESS Newsletter: Issue #6 Read the full ACCESS Newsletter here: https://ow.ly/JxYK50YVczJ #PediatricCancer #ResearchImpact

Canada has been at the forefront of sequencing childhood cancers, unlocking detailed genetic and molecular insights into some of the most complex diseases. But for many families, those insights have come with a difficult reality. Read full story here: https://ow.ly/feHX50YW4w6

ACCESS Presents: Building Momentum in Low-Grade Glioma Research - Lessons from VICTORY and the Canadian Network This education session will speak to the collaborative efforts that have advanced low-grade glioma research across Canada. Register now: https://ow.ly/btES50YXLUE

Pediatric cancer research and care have made remarkable strides in improving survival rates in Canada and globally, yet psychosocial well-being during and after treatment is often overlooked. Read full story here: https://ow.ly/BzZc50YW4on #PediatricCancer #ACCESSForKids

Thérèse, I went back to the transcripts of our conversations in the past few months, and I realised the word that came up most often was 'territory.' Read full dialogue with Thérèse here: https://ow.ly/ikZj50YW3sS

Hot of the Press 🗞️ ACCESS Newsletter: Issue #6 Read the full ACCESS Newsletter here: https://ow.ly/AawS50YTj3Q

ACCESS is a national research network empowering the Canadian childhood cancer community to transform the health and experiences of children and their families. #PediatricCancer 💛 Learn more: https://ow.ly/Na2m50YTh3t

The future of pediatric cancer care depends on sharing knowledge and nurturing talent. 💛 At ACCESS, we’re committed to supporting students, trainees and community members through meaningful education and experiential learning opportunities. Read more: https://ow.ly/9Yx450YTgoJ

Bridging the Future 💛 This powerful poem by Kirsty Ferguson shaped by voices from across the ACCESS Network at the 2026 Annual Meeting captures the spirit of connection, equity, and collective action for children with cancer. Read the ACCESS Poem : https://ow.ly/rwp150YP7V3

ACCESS is a collaborative by design 💛 By connecting experts, organizations, communities, and people, ACCESS is accelerating research, advancing care, and ensuring every child and family has the support they deserve. Learn more : https://ow.ly/9kiW50YF4cS #PediatricCancer

More than 450 active participants are driving real change through ACCESS 💛 Together, this collaborative community is advancing research and strengthening care to ensure that patient and family voices remain at the heart of our work. Learn more: https://ow.ly/rnVS50YF417 #ACCESSForKidsCancer

The ACCESS Indigenous Research Circle led a community-engaged workshop to gather insights on priorities in the care and wellbeing of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis children, families, and communities affected by childhood cancer. Share you priorities here: https://ow.ly/I4iX50YH9ya

A portfolio of 66 projects & initiatives driving change across Canada 💛 ACCESS is creating impact through a portfolio of 66 research projects & initiatives - each one advancing how we understand, treat, and support children facing cancer. Learn more: https://ow.ly/pSbg50YCxGk #ACCESSForKidsCancer

April is Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Awareness Month 💛 We recognize the unique challenges faced by adolescents and young adults diagnosed with cancer. Learn more about ACCESS and its projects and initiatives: https://www.accessforkidscancer.ca/our-work/research-themes-projects/

1100+ network members. One shared mission. ACCESS is a pan-Canadian network of researchers, healthcare providers, Persons With Lived Experience, and partner organisations working towards equitable access for children with cancer and their families. Learn more: https://ow.ly/3GXb50YCxGm

ACCESS Presents: PROSPECT - Proteomics for Personalized Evaluation of Childhood Tumours Join this session to learn about the team’s research, vision for integrating proteomics into precision oncology, and ideas for meaningfully engaging the broader public. Register Now: https://ow.ly/ojEI50YxTBz