From comfort kits to creative workshops, discover how we’re here to support you, every step of the way.
Cedars CanSupport offers free wigs and head covers to patients at the Cedars Cancer Centre.
What’s offered:
Goal: To provide dignity, comfort, and confidence during cancer treatment.
Founded by Judy Martin and supported by the Bell Fund, this program offers newly diagnosed cancer patients a thoughtful and practical “Comfort Kit” on their first day of treatment. Each kit contains essential items to ease discomfort and support well-being throughout the treatment journey.
Goal: To provide a sense of care and comfort from the very beginning of the cancer experience.
Created by Lynn and Randy Aziz in memory of their daughter Jackie, the AYA Cancer Program at Cedars strives to ensure that no young person faces cancer alone. The program is shaped by what mattered most to Jackie, or “Jax” as she liked to be called. Established in 2022, the JAX program at Cedars includes multi-disciplinary team members who are dedicated to meeting the unique medical, emotional, and social needs of individuals between the ages of 15 to 39. At every stage of the cancer experience, the program is designed to bridge the gap between pediatric and adult oncology by providing age-appropriate, coordinated care that extends beyond treatment. This includes professional and peer support, fertility preservation counseling, survivorship planning, and help navigating education, career, and financial challenges, as well as opportunities to participate in clinical research trials. By fostering connection and continuity of care, the AYA Cancer Program empowers young people living with cancer to continue to define their identities, goals, and futures.
Goal: To provide coordinated, age-appropriate cancer care and life support for young people.
A peer support group in collaboration with the MUHC Psychosocial Oncology Program.
Participation: early registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.
“Where your story will make a difference.”
Every Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, music students from the Schulich School of Music (McGill) and other schools across Quebec perform live one-hour concerts at the Cedars Cancer Centre.
These concerts are also streamed live on the Cedars CanSupport Facebook page.
A soothing and uplifting experience for patients and families.
Our Healing Step by Step Bereavement Walking Group offers a gentle, supportive space for those coping with the loss of a loved one. Each Thursday, participants meet at Westmount Park for a guided walk led by a trained volunteer. These monthly walks provide comfort, companionship, and a sense of community - helping individuals navigate grief at their own pace while connecting with others who understand their journey.
Patients are invited to explore their cancer journey through:
No prior art experience required.
Group-based in a supportive environment
Therapeutic massages specifically designed for oncology patients to:
These sessions incorporate restorative poses, breathing, and meditation.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Note: participants may not attend both in-person and online sessions in the same week.
A welcoming, judgment-free space to:
No writing experience necessary.
includes simple exercises to guide creativity.
Weekly sessions that teach:
If full, you will be added to the next available session.
In-person and online workshops that help people with cancer manage appearance-related side effects of treatment.
What to expect:
Goal: To help you feel like yourself again.
Registration required: Click here to register
Oncology patients are invited to participate in guided art museum tours.
Benefits:
Certified therapy animals visit patients at the Cedars Cancer Centre to:
Cedars CanSupport offers financial assistance for oncology patients and their families during difficult times, made possible through generous donor support.
Financial assistance is offered through the following dedicated funds:
Wilfred Howick Humanitarian Fund, Bob & Mariko Fund, Monica Thibaudier Fund, Warren Rosenberg Fund
To ensure support is tailored to individual needs, patients must be referred by a social worker.
During the holiday season, our Cedars Holiday Fund helps bring comfort to families facing difficult times.
We provide:
Referred families receive thoughtful packages designed to spread warmth, joy, and a sense of community during the holidays.