Community Connection: Ovarian Cancer Canada is looking for volunteers! Could you help?

OVdialogue – consider joining our team in the role of Peer Support Volunteer. Over a few hours each week, you would be part of a team that helps connect people, support conversations and are thought leaders for OVdialogue. This is your opportunity to give back to those who have/continue to support you through the tough times, share your unique experiences, and help celebrate successes. For more details of what this entails, please reach out to @Mfallis (mfallis@ovariancanada.org).

TEAL BY THE MONTH - Peer Support Groups and Upcoming events

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mfallis
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edited April 18 in Encouragement and Support

Hi All, 

Here's a spot you for you to see what is coming up for peer support groups and events, along with links to more information and registration where that is required in order to participate. 

Should you have any questions, please let me know!

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    Upcoming Events - April & May 2024

    Join us at any, or all, of these upcoming events. 

    SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS:
    Teal Teas - April & May
    Join into a Teal Tea coming up to connect and chat with others. These are small, drop-in style group gatherings, hosted on Zoom, where you talk about what's important to you right now. 
    April 23 at 1pmET: For details and to register, click here.  
    April 24 at 6pmET: For details and to register, click here.
    May 28 at 1pmET: For details and to register, click here.
    May 29 at 6pmET: For details and to register, click here. 

    Support Circle: Ovarian Cancer
    Similar to a Teal Tea, these small, drop-in style group gatherings are hosted on Zoom. These sessions are hosted by a healthcare professional and registration is through Wellspring Cancer Support. Upcoming dates are: 
    April 16 at 6pmET: For details and to register, click here.
    May 21 at 6pm ET: For details and to register, click here.

    Support Group: Ovarian Cancer
    The Ovarian Cancer Support Group is a professionally led program that meets weekly for six weeks. Participants will explore a different theme each week as well as have the opportunity to share within and build a community of support. The next session begins May 2 and runs for six-weeks from 1-2:30pmET. You can find details and register by clicking here. 

    IN PERSON EVENTS:
    IllumiNite
    On April 18th come together in Calgary, at SRO Bar, Fortuna's Row Restaurant, for an evening of connection and impact. Full details and to get tickets, click here. 

    The Lady Ball - Halifax
    Join Ovarian Cancer Canada as we take over the Steele Wheels Motor Museum on May 9th, for this annual fundraising gala in Halifax. For details and information, click here. 

    Patient Connection & Research Day
    On May 25th, join Ovarian Cancer Canada for the Patient Connection & Research Day at the Lord Nelson Hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia in conjunction with the Canadian Conference on Ovarian Cancer Research.  This event includes sessions for survivors and their loved ones focusing on ovarian cancer research updates, resources, and support. There will also be time for networking with research trainees and others affected by ovarian cancer. To view the agenda, find more details, and register, head here. 

    The Lady Ball - Charlottetown
    Join Ovarian Cancer Canada at the PEI Brewing Company on May 30th, for this annual fundraising gala in Charlottetown. For details and information, click here. 


    Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me. 

    All the best!

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