2021

 

 

Dr. Connie Eaves appointed to the Order of Canada<img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/Dr.%20Connie%20Eaves%20WEB.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Dr. Connie Eaves appointed to the Order of CanadaThe Order of Canada is one of Canada's highest honours. Presented by the Governor General of Canada, the Order honours people making extraordinary contributions to the nation.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/dr-connie-eaves-appointed-to-the-order-of-canada2021-12-29T08:00:00Z
BC Cancer launches at-home cervical screening pilot project<img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/cervix_screening_pilot1.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />BC Cancer launches at-home cervical screening pilot projectBC Cancer is launching an at-home cervix screening pilot to improve access to screening and help prevent cervical cancer.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/bc-cancer-launches-at-home-cervical-screening-pilot-project2021-12-22T08:00:00Z
Going above and beyond to support patients impacted by floods<img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/bc_cancer_flood_stories_external2.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Going above and beyond to support patients impacted by floodsOver the past month, extreme weather, flooding and mudslides have hit our province and our staff have stepped up with their skills, compassion and commitment.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/going-above-and-beyond-to-support-patients-impacted-by-floods2021-12-17T08:00:00Z
Lung cancer research advancements in B.C. Part III: Novel treatment and thinking outside of the box<img alt="" src="/news-stories-site/PublishingImages/williamlockwood_pod.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Lung cancer research advancements in B.C. Part III: Novel treatment and thinking outside of the boxFor Lung Cancer Awareness Month, BC Cancer is spotlighting the innovative lung cancer research in B.C. https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/novel-treatment-and-thinking-outside-of-the-box2021-11-26T08:00:00Z
Lung Cancer Research Advancements in B.C. Part II: A new way of looking at tissue and cell composition<img alt="" src="/news-stories-site/PublishingImages/Calum.jpeg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Lung Cancer Research Advancements in B.C. Part II: A new way of looking at tissue and cell compositionFor Lung Cancer Awareness Month, BC Cancer is spotlighting the innovative lung cancer research being done in B.C. https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/a-new-way-of-looking-at-tissue-and-cell-composition2021-11-18T08:00:00Z
No job is too big or too small: leading with passion and inspiring better outcomes<img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/florian_kuchenbauer_research_centre.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />No job is too big or too small: leading with passion and inspiring better outcomesDr. Florian Kuchenbauer receives a BC Cancer Excellence Award in the category of Patient Care Champion, nominated by patients.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/bc-cancer-excellence-awards-patient-care-champion-dr-florian-kuchenbauer2021-11-17T08:00:00Z
Improving the lives of patients with compassion, dedication and creativity<img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/Caroline_Lohrisch_web.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Improving the lives of patients with compassion, dedication and creativityDr. Caroline Lohrisch receives a BC Cancer Excellence Award in the category of Unsung Hero.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/bc-cancer-excellence-awards-unsung-hero-dr-caroline-lohrisch2021-11-17T08:00:00Z
Simple acts of compassion: ensuring patients are seen, heard, and understood<img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/IMG-20211108-WA0042.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Simple acts of compassion: ensuring patients are seen, heard, and understoodKelly Gill receives a BC Cancer Excellence Award in the category of Patient Care Champion, nominated by staff.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/bc-cancer-excellence-awards-patient-care-champion-kelly-gill2021-11-17T08:00:00Z
Standing out with a ‘can do’ attitude and always going the extra mile to help others<img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/Nicole_Peterson_web.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Standing out with a ‘can do’ attitude and always going the extra mile to help othersNicole Peterson receives a 2021 BC Cancer Excellence Award in the category of Workplace Inspiration.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/bc-cancer-excellence-awards-workplace-inspiration-nicole-peterson2021-11-17T08:00:00Z
Pivoting during the pandemic: providing virtual services with a human connection<img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/victoria_pfc_web.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />Pivoting during the pandemic: providing virtual services with a human connectionThe BC Cancer – Victoria Patient and Family Counselling Team receives a BC Cancer Excellence Award in the category of Innovation and Discovery in Action.https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/bc-cancer-excellence-awards-innovation-discovery-victoria-patient-family-counselling-team2021-11-17T08:00:00Z