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E-books
Patients and the public of B.C. and Yukon can access these online books by calling 1.888.675.8001 x 7000 (toll-free) to get a username and password from the Library.
Websites
These websites have been reviewed and approved by the BC Cancer librarians. See the "Looking for More?" tab above to find more recommended websites.
Support programs
This is a list of support programs offered by community organizations and BC Cancer. You can find more support programs offered at each BC Cancer centre and in the community on the BC Cancer website.
BC Cancer Patient & Family CounsellingAvailable to anyone in B.C. who has a cancer diagnosis, as well as those supporting them. Counselling available for individuals, couples, and families, either in-person or over the phone. Services are solution-focused and are limited to addressing challenges related to cancer.
Late Effects, Assessment & Follow-Up (LEAF) Clinic (BC Cancer and BC Children's Hospital)Adult childhood cancer survivors program. Call 604-877-6070 or toll free 1-844-677-6070 or email ACCS@bccancer.bc.ca.
Vocational Rehabilitation Service (BC Cancer)A vocational rehabilitation counsellor can work with you to make a plan based on your individual needs. BC Cancer also hosts several different work-focused groups including Job Search Seminar and a Return to Work Group.
Abreast in a BoatOrganization in Vancouver and surrounding area that welcomes all breast cancer survivors who want to paddle. No age restriction and previous experience with dragon boating not necessary.
CancerConnection.caAn online community for cancer patients, caregivers, friends and family. A safe place to connect and find support. Regular webcasts are available on demand on a series of topics relevant to people with cancer including physical activity, relationships and complementary therapies.
Cancer Survivors NetworkThis website allows survivors to connect with each other by joining their free online network.
Inspire HealthFree online exercise therapy, stress management, meditation, nutrition, and counselling services and programs.
Self-Management BC Cancer ProgramSelf-study and online programs, telephone peer coach, and telephone and virtual groups are available for those who are living with or have been affected by cancer.
WellspringFree virtual support programs and classes offered via Zoom.
Community services locator
The Canadian Cancer Society community services locator is a directory that helps cancer patients, survivors, family and caregivers find the services they need.
Resources found in these Pathfinders have been chosen and evaluated by BC Cancer librarians with input from other BC Cancer staff members. Suggestions for additional resources for inclusion are welcome; however, the Library reserves the final right to decide which websites and resources will be included. See our Inclusion/removal policy.
Resources are reviewed on a regular basis, however, the Library cannot guarantee the function, accuracy, or currency of the websites and the information contained within them.
The BC Cancer library system consists of a central library at Vancouver Centre (VC), and branches in Abbotsford (AC), Kelowna (SAHCSI), Prince George (CN), Surrey (FVC), and Victoria (VIC). All centres have patient resource collections in our Cancer Information Centres (CIC), and all centres have a professional collection on site. Professional resources for CN are housed in the adjacent UHNBC Library.