Lung Cancer Canada

Stories of Inspiration

Lung cancer isn’t just a diagnosis. It’s a journey. One that tests the limits of resilience, courage and hope. And one that shines a spotlight on the strength of the human spirit.

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Stories of Inspiration

Lung cancer isn’t just a diagnosis. It’s a journey. One that tests the limits of resilience, courage and hope. And one that shines a spotlight on the strength of the human spirit.

In the following stories, you won’t hear about statistics. Instead, you’ll hear about the unwavering determination of individuals who refuse to let a diagnosis define them. Through these stories, we learn firsthand about the complexities of living with lung cancer – the physical struggles, the emotional turmoil, and the profound moments of clarity and connection.

These stories are a testament to the human spirit’s capacity to endure, to find hope in the face of adversity, and to inspire others to never give up.

Adrienne Peralta

Instead of thinking about the negative impact cancer has given me, I chose to do something, to be part of the change. So here I am sharing my story on getting my life back in addition to my fundraisin...

Alan Soon

I’ve learned that this lung cancer journey can be a roller coaster ride at times so it’s important to celebrate victories, big and small. Our family motto is around gratitude and counting our blessing...

Alpa Patel

Stay positive and motivate others. You can win any situation if you don't lose hope.

Alyson Haiart

There is nothing like a potential life shortening illness that makes you focus on getting the most out of the here and now. Live in the present, plan for the future, and do things that are important t...

Angus Pratt

Speaking to Lung Cancer Canada, Angus discovered that he wasn't alone. Unlike the breast cancer world with which he had connections, he found there was not a strong advocate community - yet.

Archie Stewart

After several months the “desire” to smoke wasn’t there anymore and one day in January 2009 I put them down and never picked up a cigarette again. I had slain the dragon.

Bev Moir

My diagnosis deepened my perspective on my life; it allowed me to reflect more deeply and appreciate all the beautiful people in it. I’m grateful for each day and glad to feel well enough to enjoy my ...

Candace Skrapek

In true prairie spirit we will have the strength, determination and resilience of our ancestors and learn from history that we can be hopeful for a better future.

Carolanne Johns

The lung cancer survivors that I have been fortunate to meet, are amazing men and women.  No matter what they are going through, they want to lift you up and hold you there. 

Catherine Laplante

It is crucial to end the stigma and increase our efforts in terms of prevention, funding and easy access to new treatments so that we can improve the survival of people suffering from the most devasta...

Dave Nitsche

Join peer groups and talk to people that have the same diagnosis as you as it is a hard road to go alone. Most of all, do not get offended by the people that mean well but just plain do not know what ...

Diane Colton

How I live each day and what I leave behind will always be my driver. I want to change the landscape of lung cancer in as much as my capacity will allow.  I am grateful for each breath I get.

Gerry Davis

I live an active life. I am 74 years old and I downhill ski, mountain bike and kayak. I believe that a positive attitude helps.

Heather Hogan

Together, we advocate for early diagnosis, research dollars and life-saving treatments.  No one person can do this alone and you are never alone.

Jan Pezarro

I realized I was in a race between death by disease or death by cure, but I had gained a new appreciation for the mind game of surviving cancer. Determined to complete my degree and aided by recent ad...

Jeanne Gallant

It’s a new beginning. I’m going to do my best to be a good advocate. Much will be outside my comfort zone, but, so is lung cancer.

Julie Desjardins

The support groups, the sharing of new research and access to information keep me motivated and confident in the future.

Lalaine Alfaro

Believe in your health care team, have a support system, join local lung cancer patient support groups, read stories of lung cancer patients, breathe in positivity, and most of all keep faith in your ...

Lindsay Durstling

I’ve learned to reflect on what’s truly important in life, taking time in every moment to reflect on how what I’m doing is serving me, and finding gratitude in almost everything I do.

Lorne Cochrane

A lung cancer diagnosis can be paralyzing. You need an ally who can go along the journey with you, no one person can battle lung cancer alone.

Luisella Garlick

For what I’ve got, I’m doing okay. I can’t do what I used to—like golfing or biking—but I do what I can. My disease is stable, which I’m very lucky for. Don’t lose hope. Take it one day at a time, tru...

MaryAnn Bradley

I am a proud Lung Cancer advocate and I remain very happy to help others who are going through this frightening diagnosis.

Rabeeya Bedassie

The one thing I really want to share with everyone is “don’t give up”. I wanted to give up at many points during my journey, but my husband was extremely supportive and motivating and told me, “you ca...

Stephen Sollows

I guess it is easy for any of us to take our life for granted. I now know better, and feel perhaps the happiest that I ever have. Yes, there are challenges along the way, but those challenges have bee...

Terry Morey

I do feel I live a full life. If I have any advice to a newly diagnosed lung cancer patient it would be “Never, never give up hope. There is always hope.”

Tim Monds

Cherish each day! “If you realized how powerful your thoughts are, you’d never think a negative thought again!” Enjoy each day, each moment, and stay positive. We got this!

Uncle Sergio

I don’t feel like I have cancer at all. I feel as though I take these trips to the cancer center, for what? I have a therapy that lasts less than an hour, and then I’m able to go about my day.

If you would like to share your story, please contact us as info@lungcancercabnada.ca.