🎉 Congratulations to the 2026 Terry Fox New Frontiers Program Project Grant teams who are launching ambitious new #cancerresearch projects with $33M in support from TFRI! Learn more: www.tfri.ca/updates/news...

Data helps #precisionmedicine target therapies for success. Learn more in our first 'Data in Action' story #AIAppreciationDay #DataAnalytics #braincancer

Glioblastoma is one of the deadliest cancers, with a median survival rate of less than 15 months. Even after intensive treatment, the disease almost always returns. We're highlighting some of the Terry Fox-funded researchers working to change what’s possible for people facing glioblastoma.

Terry Fox-funded researchers identify new genes involved in aggressive breast cancer. Researchers developed a new gene-editing tool that allowed them to map BLBC's genetic drivers & identify 81 cancer-driving genes. Learn more about this life-changing TFRI-funded research: tinyurl.com/4tsww2y5

TFRI proudly congratulates Dr. Rodney J. Ouellette on his appointment to the Canadian Senate. A dedicated researcher, clinician, and longtime Terry Foxer, Dr. Ouellette has helped shape TFRI, MOHCCN, and DHDP through his leadership and commitment to advancing cancer research in Canada.

The Terry Fox Research Institute is pleased to announce the appointments of Peter Mothe as Director of Communications and Erin Jackson into the new position of Communications Manager. www.tfri.ca/updates/news...

With Canada’s AI for All strategy published, most discussion revolves around data sovereignty; ensuring that data stays within Canada. While crucial, this is only part of the conversation. On this National Indigenous Peoples Day, we want to ask: what about Indigenous data sovereignty? #NIPD2026

TFRI and @marathonofhope.bsky.social are proud to congratulate Dr. Morag Park on her appointment as President and Scientific Director of the Gairdner Foundation. Learn more about Dr. Park's contributions to the TFRI community and Canadian cancer research: www.tfri.ca/updates/news...

Cancer Immunotherapy Month: Cracking the code of response Terry Fox-funded researchers at SickKids identified 3 subtypes of mismatch repair–deficient aggressive brain tumours, explaining why responses to immunotherapy vary and guiding personalized treatment. Learn more: tinyurl.com/mr3ttfxm

Terry Fox-funded researchers have identified blood stem cells that can remember inflammation long after an infection is gone. Stress from inflammation may alter cells behaviour, drive blood cell aging and raise cancer risk. Learn more about this bold Terry Fox-funded research: tinyurl.com/yxwmx88f

We're hiring! We are looking to add an experienced UI/UX Technical Designer to play a critical role in shaping the user experience of the DHDP. This is a full-time, temporary position until March 2027. www.dhdp.ca/about/careers for details #AI #ML #UIUX #datasharing #precisionmedicine

"Survivor" is a powerful word, but it doesn't tell the whole story. Kirsten Efremov, 3-time cancer survivor and MOHCCN Patient Working Group member, sat down with us to share what she wishes people understood beyond the label "cancer survivor." Visit the MOHCCN Patient Hub: tinyurl.com/wkmy7fma

June is Cancer Immunotherapy Month. Immunotherapy is one of the most promising areas of oncology research today and could transform how cancer is treated. TFRI invests in world-class immunotherapy research to help advance life-changing discoveries. Learn more: www.tfri.ca/about-cancer...

A promising new discovery in glioblastoma research. Terry Fox-funded researchers at the University of Alberta have identified a protein called FABP7 that may help aggressive brain cancer cells spread through the brain. Learn more: www.tfri.ca/updates/news...

May is Cancer Research Month Terry Fox believed research could save lives. That’s why TFRI provides funding to world-class cancer research and initiatives like the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network and the Digital Health & Discovery Platform.

ICYMI: Terry Fox-funded researchers have created the most detailed map of breast tissue changes to date, showing how breast tissue changes as women age. Discover how this Terry Fox-funded research is reshaping our understanding of breast cancer: tinyurl.com/ms8tzemt

Meet the Team: hear from Jessie Moody, our DHDP Program Coordinator who is focused on bringing our soon-to-be announced Digital Health Innovation Fund projects onboard. Jessie is in the @terryfoxresearch.bsky.social HQ team for the annual Terry Fox Run. run.terryfox.ca/page/tfri-je...

May 8 is World Ovarian Cancer Day. We’re highlighting Dr. Hannah Garner, a Terry Fox New Investigator advancing research into the female immune system to uncover new approaches for preventing and treating ovarian and other female-specific cancers. Learn more: tinyurl.com/4wrksmh5

📣 Planning to apply to one of our 2027 funding competitions? Recordings of the informational webinars are now available! 🧬 Terry Fox New Frontiers Program Project Grants: tinyurl.com/5fehe8rw 🔬 Terry Fox New Investigator Awards: tinyurl.com/5n6sdssa

🚨Tomorrow!🚨 Don't forget to register for the 2027 TFRI Funding Competitions informational webinars!

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📣Thinking of applying to our one of our 2027 funding competitions? Don’t forget to register for the webinars! We’ll walk you through the 2027 application process and respond to your questions. Learn more about these programs and register now ▶️: www.tfri.ca/funding-oppo...

📣Thinking of applying to our one of our 2027 funding competitions? Don’t forget to register for the webinars! We’ll walk you through the 2027 application process and respond to your questions. Learn more about these programs and register now ▶️: www.tfri.ca/funding-oppo...

📆 Mark your calendars! 📅 MOHCCN has an exciting line-up of events featuring patient-centred initiatives and conversations. 🍁Pan-Canadian Patient Forum (EN & FR): tinyurl.com/57ajx95z 🧬Patient Voices in Research Initiative Seminar Series: tinyurl.com/2mk9zb4d 🧵Learn more in thread

🍁Une nouvelle ère pour les essais cliniques au Canada L'IRTF est fier de s'associer à la @src-crs.bsky.social et la @cancersociety.bsky.social pour lancer un programme d'essais cliniques en oncologie, soutenu par un investissement de 25 M$. 👉 tinyurl.com/37249t5b

🍁A New Era for Clinical Trials in Canada TFRI is proud to partner with the @src-crs.bsky.social & the @cancersociety.bsky.social to launch a first-of-its-kind national program of investigator-initiated clinical trials, an initiative made possible through a $25M investment. 👉 tinyurl.com/37249t5b

Be part of a national conversation led by patients, for patients Precision Oncology: From Hope to Impact will feature patients, clinicians and researchers, sharing real-world experiences and answering your questions about precision oncology. Register today! tinyurl.com/57ajx95z

Pan-Canadian Patient Forum

Our Patient Working Group invites you to its first Pan-Canadian Patient Forum to be held virtually on April 26 (English) and May 3 (French)!

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📣 Les concours de financement 2027 de l’IRTF sont désormais ouverts ! 📣 L'IRTF a officiellement lancé ses programmes de subventions de recherche 2027! En savoir plus : tinyurl.com/yvbc7h65 Plus de détails dans le fil 🧵

📣TFRI's 2027 funding competitions are now open! 📣 TFRI has officially launched its 2027 Research Grants Programs, offering significant support for emerging investigators and multidisciplinary research teams. Learn more: www.tfri.ca/funding-oppo... More details in thread 🧵

📣 Pan-Canadian Patient Forum Speakers and Panelists Announced! 📣 Join patients, clinicians and researchers as they share their real-world experiences with precision oncology and answer your questions. You don’t want to miss this groundbreaking event. Register today! tinyurl.com/wn3hzcwj

📣 Annonce des conférenciers et des panélistes du Forum pan-canadien des patients !📣 Rencontrez des patients, des cliniciens et des chercheurs qui partageront leurs expériences concrètes en matière d'oncologie de précision et répondront à vos questions. tinyurl.com/4merycp3

Vancouver is March-ing towards success! 🥳 From coast-to-coast funding success to prestigious national awards, March was a standout month for the local science community. Meet the researchers behind the breakthroughs, and check out our monthly award summary: https://bit.ly/47HjlPm