I’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer
Feeling overwhelmed in the face of a diagnosis? We’re here for you.
We know you didn’t sign up to be in this club, but you’re not alone.
To say breast cancer is challenging is an understatement. From being forced to make life-changing decisions with little time to think to managing a rollercoaster of emotions and everything in between, it’s a lot. We get it, and we’re here to connect you with other people going through similar experiences and share support and resources tailored to your needs.
Our Support Programs
It all starts with support and healing. This is at the centre of everything we do at Rethink.
The Rethink Network
A peer support tool in a safe, private digital space to ask questions, get advice and connect with others in the breast cancer community who get what you’re going through.
Our Resources
In addition to our other support offerings, we have been building a collection of print and digital resources to help you navigate specific topics and aspects of breast cancer.
Care Priorities
Our recommendations on the kind of information and support you should be given access to as a younger woman with breast cancer. We cover 10 key issues to discuss with your healthcare team.
BEFORE Fertility Decision Aid
This oncofertility decision aid aims to provide young people with breast cancer information on their available fertility options prior to treatment and assist them in making fertility-related decisions that align with their values.
Talking to Kids About Breast Cancer
Full of great tips, this guide will help you navigate some of the obstacles you might run into when speaking to your children about your diagnosis.
Stories from others in the community
Learn more about Rethink
Rethink Breast Cancer is your breast cancer movement! We’re a Canadian charity known for making positive change and rethinking the status quo when it comes to breast cancer. Rethink educates, empowers and advocates for system changes to improve the experience and outcomes of those with breast cancer, focusing on historically underserved groups.