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Cancer Research Saves Lives

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Research is the key

For over 80 years, the Cancer Research Society (CRS) has invested more than $423 million in research grants and fellowships, demonstrating its crucial role in advancing cancer research across Canada.

Thanks to the generosity of thousands of donors and various partners, significant progress continues to be made in cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment, highlighting the CRS’ impact on patients affected by the disease and their families.

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Through our funding programs, we support hundreds of researchers at different stages of their careers, whether they are established researchers or promising students, all dedicated to making significant advances in the prevention, detection, and treatment of all types of cancer.

Each year, the top-ranked research projects, as determined by our expert committees, receive the necessary funding.

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Your donations and commitment are essential to continue our mission and minimize the impact of cancer in our lives. Discover how you can make a difference for the cause.

News

Nov 20, 2025
  • Research
100 news Operating Grants
November 20, 2025 – The Cancer Research Society (CRS) is proud to announce funding for 100 of the most promising research projects across Canada. These grants will support innovative work aimed at improving the prevention, detection, and treatment of all types of cancer.
Nov 20, 2025
  • Event
Lottery Against Cancer: a Resounding Success
November 20, 2025 – The first edition of the Cancer Research Society’s (CRS) Lottery Against Cancer, which took place from September 15th to October 20th, 2025, was a huge success. It enabled thousands of people living in Quebec to support cancer research. This great accomplishment was made possible thanks to the commitment of participants who helped make this initiative a promising and hopeful achievement.
Nov 14, 2025
  • partner
Turn Your Beverage Containers into Donations
November 14, 2025 – The Cancer Research Society (CRS) is proud to partner with the Quebec-based company Go Consigne to offer a new, simple, and eco-friendly way to support cancer research. Every empty refundable container can make a real difference for the thousands of people affected by the disease!
Nov 4, 2025
  • Research
50 Doctoral Research Awards: Supporting the Future of Cancer Research
November 4, 2025 — The Cancer Research Society (CRS) is proud to announce the awarding of 50 Doctoral Research Awards to students from across the country. This record number of scholarships will allow recipients to fully dedicate themselves to research projects aimed at improving cancer prevention, detection, and treatment.
Oct 29, 2025
  • Événement
Accords Célestes 2025: An Evening Filled with Hope
October 29, 2025 – The Accords Célestes event, presented by the MTY Group, celebrated its 8th edition on October 28th. This memorable evening, perfectly combining refined gastronomy and enchanting music, was marked by an extraordinary wave of generosity, raising a record amount of more than $415,500 net for the Cancer Research Society (CRS).