Brandon ran a marathon in his hospital gown to help us bring light to the darkness of cancer.
Brandon Throop was diagnosed with stage‑3 non‑Hodgkin lymphoma just a month after his second child was born. Thanks to the care he received at The Princess Margaret, he’s now in remission. Wanting to do something to give back, Brandon ran a marathon in his hospital gown, raising over $121,000 to help Carry TheFire for groundbreaking cancer research and care.
Thanks to the efforts of our community of supporters, we’re pushing back the shadow of cancer every day. A donation to The Princess Margaret fuels groundbreaking discoveries in early detection, innovative treatments and comprehensive care that are changing lives and giving hope to patients and their families. Click the link in our bio to Carry The Fire and help light the way forward.
Our Summer Cottage Lottery has launched! Celebrate 30 incredible years of Lottery with us by entering to win one of three grand prize cottages, all in support of groundbreaking cancer research and care at The Princess Margaret.
Click the link in our bio to see the full range of prizes and buy your tickets today.
It’s International Nurses Week, and we’re recognizing the incredible nursing teams who provide comfort, compassion, and care to patients and their families every day.
Whether they offered reassurance during a difficult moment, celebrated milestones alongside you, or simply made you feel less alone, nurses play an important role in so many cancer journeys.
If a nurse at The Princess Margaret has gone above and beyond for you or a loved one, consider making a donation in their honour. Your tribute will not only recognize their impact, but will also help fund life-saving cancer research and care.
Donate to Honour Your Cancer Hero today. 🔗 Link in bio.
Beth Johnston was a lifelong athlete and busy mother of two when her leukemia diagnosis forced her to confront losing the one tool that always helped her cope with tough times: running. Despite her diagnosis, Beth shares how movement became her lifeline through her cancer treatment and recovery.
Listen to the full episode today on your favourite streaming platform and at CARRYTHEFIRE.ca/Podcast. New episodes available every Tuesday.
Unlock exclusive access to a 5-star luxury wilderness retreat, while also helping The Princess Margaret unlock the next big cancer breakthrough! Get your tickets today and you could win a 4-day escape for two to Sonora Resort in BC, including:
🏞️ Boat & helicopter wildlife adventures
🍽️ All-inclusive gourmet dining
🪷 $3,000 in spa & resort credits
Click the link in our bio to get your tickets! Contest ends May 14.
New in 2026: The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Events are all teaming up to help you fuel your fundraising momentum in our webinar, Ignite Your Impact!
Session one will be led by our very own Sarah Hurme (Senior Coordinator, Community Events) and Katie Shier (Fundraising and Event Coordinator). Tune in for fundraising ideas and tips on how you can leverage your own network to organize a successful fundraiser. Plus, learn how to use the Participant Centre.
Session One Details:
🗓 Date: May 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 p.m.
🔗 RSVP now at the link in bio.
Join us from the comfort of your own home. Let's #CarryTheFire for a world free from the fear of cancer.
You asked, and we heard you! The Comfort Mug is back by popular demand, and for a limited time, you can bundle it with the CTF Notebook for just $30. Sip from our bestselling mug and organize your summer plans in style, all while fueling life-saving cancer research at The Princess Margaret.
🔗 Click the link in our bio to shop the bundle!
Described as graceful, artistic, and innovative, ice dancer and Olympic bronze medalist Piper Gilles is a lot of things; she’s also a cancer survivor. Piper joins Lisa LaFlamme in a wide-ranging interview following her captivating performance at the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympic Winter Games, where her journey off the ice inspired her performance on the ice.
Listen to the full episode today on your favourite streaming platform and at CARRYTHEFIRE.ca/Podcast. New episodes available every Tuesday.
Enter to win the new BC Unlocked sweepstakes for the chance to unlock exclusive access to a four-day luxury retreat, while also helping The Princess Margaret unlock the next big cancer breakthrough.
This once-in-a-lifetime prize includes:
🏞️ A 4-day luxury stay for two at @sonoraresort
🐬 Wildlife boat tour
🏔️ Helicopter glacier tour
🍽️ All-inclusive gourmet dining, plus beer & wine
🪷 $1,000 spa credit & $2,000 resort credit
🚁 Seaplane or helicopter transfers
✈️ Roundtrip flights
Buy your tickets today:
🎟️ 200 entries for $100 – best value!
🎟️ 50 entries for $75
🎟️ 20 entries for $40
The last day to enter is May 14. Click the link in our bio to get your tickets today or visit pmcfsweepstakes.ca.
Good luck and thank you for supporting a world free from the fear of cancer!
This Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, we’re raising awareness about Canada’s sixth most common cancer and championing their prevention, early detection, treatment, and support.
Watch as Melanie Woodside, Clinical Nurse Specialist at UHN’s Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, breaks down five important facts everyone should know about this often-overlooked cancer.
In her 20s, @ragsxruby tested positive for a rare genetic mutation that increased her chance of breast cancer. Just a few years later, she learned she had thyroid cancer. Listen as Ruby and Dr. Stambolic from The Princess Margaret join @lisamlaflamme for a discussion about the growing number of young people receiving a cancer diagnosis.
Listen to the full episode today on your favourite streaming platform and at CARRYTHEFIRE.ca/Podcast. New episodes available every Tuesday.
The Carry The Fire podcast is generously supported by Give Back Health Innovation Foundation.
This #NationalVolunteerWeek we want you to meet Steve Hume:
“I am grateful for the opportunity to be actively involved in the fundraising efforts for cancer research. My role as an event volunteer has been a wonderful connection with The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, Mosaic staff, fellow volunteers and event participants. I’ve been especially moved by the involvement of cancer survivors who actively display our goal of hope for us all!”
In 2025, Steve volunteered at five of our Signature Events. We are incredibly grateful for his dedication, generosity, and ongoing commitment to Carry The Fire for a world free from the fear of cancer.
