Stand Up To Cancer Canada

Overview

Stand Up To Cancer Canada (SU2C Canada) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating cancer research and awareness in Canada. It was launched in 2014 by the U.S.-based Entertainment Industry Foundation and operates as a registered charity under the registration number 80550 6730 RR0001.

Mission

The mission of SU2C Canada is to support collaborative cancer research by bringing together scientists from diverse disciplines and institutions across Canada. The organization aims to expedite the development of new therapies and improve the current pace of cancer research through philanthropic fundraising.

Research Initiatives

SU2C Canada focuses on translational research, which bridges laboratory discoveries and clinical applications, ensuring that scientific breakthroughs can be quickly translated into treatments for patients. One of its notable initiatives is the formation of Dream Teams, which comprise laboratory researchers, clinical experts, and patient advocates. For instance, the SU2C Canada-CBCF Breast Cancer Dream Team is one of the pioneering collaborations that exemplify this approach.

Awareness and Education

In addition to research, SU2C Canada emphasizes the importance of public awareness and education about cancer. It highlights the rising incidence of cancer in Canada, with cancers like lung, breast, colorectal, and prostate representing a significant portion of new diagnoses. The organization aims to educate the public about these trends and the urgent need for effective cancer treatments.

Funding and Operations

SU2C Canada engages in biennial televised fundraising events to generate support for its initiatives. The organization is financially transparent and has reasonable overhead costs, allowing it to maintain operations with its reserve funds. However, it has been noted to have a below-average results reporting grade, indicating an area for improvement in documenting its outcomes.

Impact

While SU2C Canada's operations are currently concluding, the global Stand Up To Cancer initiative has reached significant milestones, celebrating CAD $1 billion pledged over 15 years. This underscores the overall impact of the Stand Up To Cancer movement in accelerating cancer research internationally.