Who we are
BC Cancer – Vancouver provides a full range of cancer care services for people in British Columbia. We work in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health.
Community oncology network sites run by Vancouver Coastal Health are located in:
- Powell River
- Bella Coola
- Sechelt
- Squamish
- North Vancouver
- Richmond
BC Cancer – Vancouver is located on the traditional and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlí̓lwətaʔɬ (Tsleil-waututh) First Nations.
BC Cancer - Vancouver is the largest cancer treatment centre in British Columbia.
This site leads the provincial program for gynecological oncology.
The BC Cancer Research Institute (BCCRI) supports leading cancer research and personalized care approaches.
BC Cancer - Vancouver is home to two of BC Cancer's four PET/CT scanners.
When you work at BC Cancer – Vancouver, you collaborate closely with the BC Cancer Research Centre and Vancouver General Hospital. You will also have access to advanced technology, research and specialized care services.
BC Cancer - Vancouver leads clinical trials in the province. It operates BC's only Phase 1 Clinical Trials program
The centre has a dedicated diagnostic imaging and pathology department.
BC Cancer - Vancouver operates a cyclotron and radiopharmacy, supporting advanced imaging and treatment.
The Late Effects Assessment and Follow-up Clinic (LEAF) supports adults who survived childhood cancer.
Learn more about LEAF BC Cancer - Vancouver is the only centre in BC that provides inpatient services and surgical procedures related to cancer care.
This centre leads all pediatric treatments in BC.
BC Cancer – Vancouver also supports training for oncologists through residency and fellowship programs. The centre uses CST Cerner electronic charting to support comprehensive patient care.
Career opportunities include:
“Helping patients is my first priority. First visits after a cancer diagnosis can cause anxiety and fear about what lies ahead. Sharing information, addressing their needs, and helping them navigate through their treatment journey helps them better understand and prepare for what's ahead.”
– Debbie Caleca, Registered Nurse, BC Cancer – Vancouver
