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FoSterInG lIFe - Canadian Cancer Society
FOSTERING LIFE cancer.ca | 1 888 939-3333 facebook.com/sccquebec Annual report With you. Against cancers. For life. 2011 2012 1 04 06 8 10 16 18 20 22 24 on the cover, carole Forget Carole Forget is a breast cancer survivor. As a healthcare professional, she was familiar with the services offered by the Canadian Cancer Society and has made good use of them. She has taken part in Relay For Life and, since 2011, she and her life partner have been volunteers with Trottibus, the Walking School Bus. Carole’s appearance on the cover of this year’s annual report reminds us that, despite the presence of illness, fostering life remains at the top of the Canadian Cancer Society’s concerns. 25 26 27 28 31 32 34 39 40 Reduce cancer mortality rates é 01 02 03 Reduce cancer incidence rates é CONTENTS Our Objectives é FOSTERING LIFE Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 Our Objectives Enhance the quality of life of people in Quebec living with and beyond cancer Message from the Chair Message from the Executive Director Our Fighting Strategies Research Our Fighting Strategies Advocacy Programs Support Our Fighting Resources Development Research Advocacy Culture and Engagement Programs Prevention i Communications and Marketing Information Message from the Performance Assurance Committee Statement of Revenue and Expenses Board of Directors and Senior Management Our fighting resources Give for Life Leader and Major Donors Planned Giving Donors Development Culture and engagement Communications and marketing Daffodil Ball Donors Relay For Life Donors Our Reasons for Fighting Map of Regional Offices and Service Centres The Canadian Cancer Society is your best ally in the fight against all cancers. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 2 3 Message from the Chair My mandate as the Chairman of the Board of Directors began in June 2011, and it is with pride that I take up where my predecessor Pierre-Alain Rodrigue left off. Cancer is a cause that is close to my heart, and I believe that the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is the organization that is best positioned to provide leadership and mobilize effective action. which collected 60,000 signatures, and the hard-hitting campaign, “The Hidden Face of Tanning Salons,” attracted a great deal of coverage. In all, our organization was mentioned 3,136 times in the media. Our Facebook page includes over 12,000 fans and has become an outstanding resource for informing, mobilizing, and listening to the public. 2011-2012 is a pivotal year. In order to align ourselves with the national strategic plan, our fight against cancer now targets three objectives. We are focusing our efforts on reducing the incidence rate, reducing the mortality rate, and enhancing the quality of life of people in Quebec living with and beyond cancer. I would like to thank Suzanne Dubois and the team as a whole for the great work they have accomplished and the Board of Directors for its support. I would also like to express my heartfelt thanks to you, our volunteers, donors, partners, and employees, for your commitment and involvement. Through your actions, you foster life. For greater impact in the fight against cancer, we deploy the following strategies: research, advocacy, and various support, prevention, and information programs. We also rely on a network of 30,000 volunteers and committed employees, innovative financial development ideas, and effective communication resources to keep the public informed. From a media perspective, 2011-2012 was an exceptional year. The petition to ban minors from tanning salons, Jean-Daniel Brisson Chair, Board of Directors Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 Message from the Executive Director Speaking in my capacity as Executive Director, I can assure you that the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) makes every effort to prevent cancer, save lives, and help people living with the disease. Thanks to the $31.8 million raised this year—$1.8 million more than last year—we have made a positive impact on the lives of thousands of people and, as a result, have helped to foster life. “Cancer is a cause that is close to my heart, and I believe that the Canadian Cancer Society is the organization that is best positioned to provide leadership and mobilize effective action.” “Thanks to the $31.8 million raised this year—$1.8 million more than last year—we have made a positive impact on the lives of thousands of people and, as a result, have helped to foster life.” Jean-Daniel Brisson Suzanne Dubois In the 2011-2012 fiscal year, our Cancer Information Service reached a historic milestone. In 15 years, our information specialists have responded to over one million requests from across the country. We also celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Ligne j’Arrête helpline and took another step forward in the fight against smoking. The Ligne j’Arrête helpline number now appears on all cigarette packs, which represents an outstanding accomplishment. At the national level, a new grants program was developed in efforts to promote promising research projects. The new program places the CCS in a science “pipeline” where its grants provide a complement to funding supplied by governmental agencies. As a result, it helps to ensure continuity in the level of support provided to researchers. In the initial stages, innovation grants provide support for emerging ideas; and, in subsequent stages, impact grants ensure that research advances translate into effective applications in the fight against all cancers. Once again this year, your donations have had a tremendous impact throughout Quebec. Over $7 million has been devoted to psychosocial, material, and financial assistance for people living with cancer. Over $5 million was invested in prevention activities, thereby enabling the CCS to provide more support to more people in their fight for life. I would like to thank Pierre-Alain Rodrigue, our outgoing Chairman. Though he is retiring from the Board of Directors, he will continue to be a dedicated volunteer and take part in activities and committees. I would also like to thank you for believing in our fight for life. Your commitment and support provide a tremendous boost to all of our actions. Suzanne Dubois Executive Director Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 4 our fighting strategies 5 Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 Research advocacy programs support | prevention | information Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 6 7 Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 $7.2 68 million devoted to research in Quebec research In the thick of the fight Cancer is the leading cause of death in Canada. Because understanding the disease is a prerequisite for fighting it effectively, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) has made cancer research one of its leading concerns. In 2011, the Quebec Division invested $7.2 million in the most promising cancer research projects. A total of 68 researchers work within three areas of science, namely, fundamental research, clinical research, and psychosocial research. Across Canada, the CCS has contributed a total of $47 million to cancer research initiatives. Last year, funds invested by the CCS were equal to 9.5% of total funding—from both government and non-government sources—dedicated to cancer research.* Among national charities, the CCS is the leading charitable funder of cancer research in Canada: its level of investment exceeded 50% of the funding supplied by the non-government sector. A new grants program The year 2011 was a defining period for the CCS. The Canadian Cancer Society Research Institute (CCSRI) has implemented a brand new grants program. The program is in line with the objectives of the new national strategic plan and provides researchers with grant categories that correspond more closely to their needs, while meeting the priorities established by the CCS. Attentive to the needs of researchers The new research portfolio should also enable the CCS to increase grants for researchers as well as provide them with “The fact that my research is funded by the CCS, which supports research that leads to new treatment and medication, has struck a chord. I am very grateful to the CCS and its volunteers for helping me pursue my research efforts.” Dr Damien D’Amours, CCS-funded researcher and CCS volunteer researchers received funding more flexible research timetables and a broader range of funds. As a result, the organization continues to invest in the fight against cancer through grants and through the funding of key programs, such as the Clinical Trials Group. The William E. Rawls Prize In 2011, Dr Nada Jabado, a pediatric hematologist and oncologist at the Montreal Children’s Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), received the William E. Rawls Prize for excellence in cancer research. The Prize is given to a young Canadian investigator whose work has led to key advances in cancer control within the past decade; the National Board of Directors of the CCS awards it annually. Dr Jabado, the study’s principal investigator, and her team have identified two genetic mutations that are responsible for nearly 40% of glioblastomas in children, one of the most lethal forms of brain cancer that is unresponsive to chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatments. These mutations may account for the tumour’s resistance to additional treatment. $47 million invested in Canada This discovery may have significant implications on the treatment of other cancers. Among the best in Canada Researchers funded by the CCS are among the best in Canada, according to a study published in the American Journal of Evaluation. Their scientific impact is greater than that of other researchers in the country. The study assessed the CCS research grants program and found that researchers funded by the CCS publish more papers, appear in the most prestigious scientific journals, and are referenced more often by other researchers. * Source: Cancer Research Investment in Canada, 2008: A Canadian Cancer Research Alliance Survey. These figures represent the latest available data. 8 Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 9 60,000 advocacy Unite for the cause It is estimated that one person in four will die from cancer. Since cancer touches everyone and since it is up to us, individually and collectively, to eradicate this disease, the Canadian Cancer Society strongly and publicly advocates legislation and policies designed to protect public health. Initiatives undertaken over the past year are the result of a strategy applied to its full potential in the Relay For Life events, in collaboration with the CCS’s various departments, and through mobilization efforts on the Web. Outstanding citizen mobilization against UV In 2011, the CCS mobilized supporters, the public, the media, and elected officials on the hazards of tanning beds and the need for legislation to regulate the tanning salon industry. Efforts in this regard began with the launch of Daffodil Month at the National Assembly, where the Advocacy team met with some fifteen MNAs. At the same time, the team presented its claims to Dr Yves Bolduc, Quebec’s Minister of Health and Social Services, and to members of the official opposition. Citizens then took ownership of the campaign. A petition was circulated in all 82 Relay For Life events calling on the Minister of Health and Social Services to create legislation to regulate the tanning salon industry. Almost 60,000 signatures were collected, making this petition the third-largest effort of its kind in the past two years and the largest sponsored by a community-based organization. Signatures in hand, the CCS met with 60 MNAs to present public support for the initiative in their ridings. In all, 35 MNAs from all parties submitted part of the petition to the National Assembly. The CCS has also drawn support from over 600 organizations and institutions that believe that the tanning salon industry should be regulated. The CCS was also invited to present a report to Quebec’s Health and Social Services Commission. In addition, the CCS submitted a report justifying its call for taxation on artificial tanning services as part of the government’s pre-budget consultation process. All of these initiatives were supported by the hard-hitting “The Hidden Face of Tanning Salons” campaign and the testimonials of spokespersons who had survived skin cancer. The campaign was carried out thanks to funding from Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux du Québec. signatures calling for new legislation Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 12,000 supporters smoking under review With regard to cancer, smoking is still the leading killer. That is why the CCS continues to be active on this front: following the CCS’s letter campaign of last year, the Quebec government has announced that an additional $3 million will be invested in the VITAL project, which targets tobacco smuggling in neighbourhoods and schoolyards. “My grandparents died from cancer. I’m involved in the fight more for the public good than because of my personal history. This is a battle for people and a commitment for society in general. People have to get together and work together to bring about change.” Jessica Bourbonnière, volunteer 600 organizations support the CCS In addition, the Quebec government’s Public Finance Commission invited the CCS to present a report in collaboration with the organization’s National Office. Maintaining contact The CCS is driven to motivate its allies. To that end, it sends information about its initiatives several times a year using an e-blast. To publicize the electronic petition on skin cancer and artificial tanning, the CCS got in touch with over 200,000 volunteers, donors, and other partners in efforts to build community commitment around the issue. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 10 $7M invested in quality-of life improvements programs support We are here for you In 2011, an estimated 46,500 people in Quebec learned that they had cancer and 20,100 people died from the disease. Cancer affects parents, friends, and colleagues. In efforts to provide assistance to the thousands of people whom cancer affects, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) has established various support programs. Cancer J’écoute Cancer J’écoute is a psychosocial support service created in 2003. As part of this service, counsellors, healthcare professionals, and qualified volunteers listen to people who face cancer, and provide them with support and enabling tools. In 2011-2012, the Cancer J’écoute team responded to over 500 requests for support and information, over the phone and by e-mail. These requests may require providing immediate action or practical advice. Cancer J’écoute also offers more personalized phone support by matching either volunteers who have had cancer or healthcare professionals who are knowledgeable about the disease with callers for whom this level of support may be especially beneficial. This matching service may be provided over the course of a few telephone calls or 11 Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 30 000+ people received support from the CCS over a period of several months. In all, 907 such matches were made in 2011. 95 % of workshop participants say they deal more effectively with their cancer experience Services for the community The CCS wishes to be present everywhere, for everyone. In 2011-2012, in addition to its 14 regional offices, the CCS operated 17 service centres throughout Quebec. Among other services, these establishments provide wigs, free documentation, and access to support groups, including monthly get-togethers as well as art and visualization workshops. “Speaking to an attentive person who has had the same experience was a great help for me. I felt that the people I talked to were happy to talk to me. I didn’t feel so alone any more. At the CCS, people welcome you just as you are, and I feel at home there.” Marie-Josée, survivor and volunteer Multiple support In 2011, a total of 73 support groups of all kinds helped to enhance the wellbeing of people living with cancer. These support groups are present in 31 cities. To assist group participants, the CCS has developed various tools, including notably a relaxation CD that has met with great success: to date, over 8,000 copies have been distributed. Relieve the financial burden Cancer upsets every aspect of a person’s life. That is why the CCS also provides material and financial assistance. In 2011, 6,420 medical care packages were delivered throughout Quebec. A total of 1,912 people benefited from this support, for an overall investment of $369,400. To help people in need, the Financial Assistance Program responded to 4,943 requests for financial assistance. These requests are mainly tied to transportation and totalled over a million dollars. The Jacques-Cantin Lodge The Jacques-Cantin Lodge is located in Montreal and provides lodgings to off-island residents who come to the city for treatment and to their companions. In 2011, the Jacques-Cantin Lodge provided accommodations for 927 people, which represents a 9% increase over the previous year. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 12 13 100,000 programs high school kids smoke prevention Prevention in action We now know that nearly 50% of cancers can be prevented through the adoption of healthy lifestyles and public health policies. In efforts to bring about a significant reduction in the number of cancer cases, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) targets known risk factors and delivers tangible action. Targeting smoking A study conducted for the CCS in 2011 shows that over 70% of smokers are seriously considering quitting. To help them, the CCS offers several support programs. The Ligne j’Arrête helpline celebrated its 10th anniversary on January 5, 2012. It offers resources to help smokers kick the habit; in 10 years, it has supported over 95,000 smokers in their efforts to quit and processed over 170,000 requests. Key victories in the fight against smoking in 2011 include the appearance of larger photos and the Ligne j’Arrête helpline number on cigarette packs. The helpline has also entered into agreements with partners to support hospitalized smokers and works closely with the Prevention team in the development of the SMAT program (Short Messages Against Tobacco). Increasing cancer screening Early screening of certain types of cancer contributes to reducing mortality rates. There is still a great deal of progress to be made in Quebec, particularly with regard to colorectal cancer screening. For breast cancer screening, the “Reminder to Remind Her” campaign was used to encourage women to have a mammogram. As a result, over 23,000 women purchased a “Thingamaboob”, an educational tool that shows why mammograms are so important, at Jean Coutu pharmacies. The campaign was a media success thanks to its spokesperson, comedian Lise Dion. Reducing exposure to UV rays Youths are the tanning industry’s primary target: 70% of users of artificial tanning services are young women aged 16 to 29. In September, the CCS launched a hard-hitting campaign, “The Hidden Face of Tanning Salons,” that was very successful. Nearly 600 youths made use of the CCS’s UV photomaton and discovered the real and permanent skin damage that UV rays cause. Over 27,000 people visited the campaign’s Facebook page. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 95,000 people have received support from the Ligne j’Arrête helpline in the past 10 years Setting an example In 2011, Sun Squad leaders set an example for 36,000 youngsters by encouraging them to protect themselves against UV rays and reduce their risk of contracting skin cancer. As part of the Relay For Life event, the CCS also presents the “Lunch for Life” activity. In 2011, 55 Relay For Life “My grandmother died from cancer. I know cancer is a serious disease, and it’s very hard. For me, Trottibus is a way to keep active, do something that’s healthy, spend time with friends, and chat on the way to school. Walking is a lot of fun.” Laurence Fabry, Trottibus participant 75% + risk of developing melanoma with artificial tanning before the age of 35 events invited participants to fill their lunchboxes with healthy foods. Thanks to the involvement of 150 volunteers, over 20,000 people put the CCS’s recommendations into practice. Trottibus: the Walking School Bus To promote physical activity, Trottibus helps parents out by accompanying their kids to school. In 2011, 16 schools joined the project, and 4,000 youngsters and their parents discovered the joys of walking. Over 200 volunteers took part in this initiative to promote this stimulating activity. The project was carried out in collaboration with several partners and received funding from Québec en Forme. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 14 15 200 diseases are called cancer programs information Gain a better understanding of cancer Cancer encompasses some 200 different diseases. Understanding symptoms, treatments, and facts and myths is not easy. In efforts to address the public’s need for information, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) has developed reliable and easy-to-understand information validated by oncology specialists that is delivered on multiple platforms. A million requests for information The Montreal Centre of the Cancer Information Service (CIS) processes French-language information requests from across Canada. Specially trained information specialists are available to answer all requests for information with respect to cancer (including prevention, diagnosis, available resources, etc.). On August 4, 2011, the CIS answered its millionth information request for all of Canada. This impressive milestone caught the media’s attention. The Montreal Centre processed 15,981 information requests over the past year, including 2,074 by e-mail. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 500,151 searches in the Canadian Cancer Encyclopedia™ 1 million requests for information answered by the CIS in 15 years Online access Detailed information on more than 40 types of cancer is the sort of relevant and validated content available on the CCS Web site. Constantly evolving The number of visitors is constantly on the rise: from February 1, 2011 to “We don’t always realize that not knowing what’s going on creates anxiety in people. Helping people understand enables them to be more self-reliant and more involved in medical decisions. Ever since cancer has affected my family, I realize how these services meet needs that I, too, have felt.” Line Hébert, Cancer Information Specialist, CCS January 31, 2012, cancer.ca attracted 454,074 visitors. In all, 1,587,116 pages were viewed. On cancer.ca, the Canadian Cancer Encyclopedia™ provides access to a vast bilingual database on all cancer-related subjects, from prevention to end-of-life care. In 2011, 500,151 searches were carried out using this tool, which is 77% more than in the previous year. An online directory is also available for finding services and resources in specific communities. The directory includes over 5,000 services. In 2011, the directory attracted 20,760 visits, a 50% increase compared with 2010. A new online community In March 2011, the CCS launched CancerConnection.ca. The site enables people affected by cancer to share their experience and create ties in a safe and welcoming virtual environment. Over 16,500 visitors have browsed this online forum and over 235 have become members. Print is still present While the CCS is committed to staying current with leading-edge technology, it still offers a library of nearly 60 regularly updated publications. These publications, offered free of charge and in several languages, are available upon request. Over the past year, two new documents were created, namely, Chemotherapy and other drug therapies: A guide for people with cancer and Questions to ask about cancer. All CCS publications are also available online. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 16 17 Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 Development our fighting resources Culture and Engagement communications and marketing Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 18 19 Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 2 million $31.8 fresh daffodils Development A greater impacT on cancer Over the course of their lifetime, 40% of women and 45% of men are at risk of developing cancer. Risk increases with age, and nearly 88% of new cancer diagnoses will be made among babyboomers.. The disease may affect family members, friends or even yourself. Cancer-related needs are urgent, and the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) represents the best investment in the fight against all cancers. The CCS’s increasing proceeds are due to its donors’ generosity. Without their support, the CCS would be unable to fund research, engage in healthcarerelated advocacy, and implement support, information and prevention programs. That is why the CCS has created a broad range of fundraising activities designed to address all needs; in 2011-2012, this multi-faceted approach raised a total of $31.8 million. Relay For Life Taking part in the all-night Relay For Life event is a way of participating in a major movement against cancer. This three-part activity, which is the largest fundraising event in the fight against cancer, celebrates people living with cancer; it pays tribute to those who are battling or have lost their battle to cancer; and it fights back against cancer. In 2011, 82 Relay For Life events were held in as many municipalities throughout Quebec. In all, $14.2 million was raised, which is $1.3 million more than last year. Relay For Life now accounts for 46.1% of the Quebec Division’s proceeds. As many as 226,112 luminaries lit pathways for 52,717 participants, 10,723 survivors, and 8,000 volunteers who assembled for one whole night to show their support for people living with the disease. For the first time in 2011, a wintertime Relay For Life was held in Hérouxville, a first both in Quebec and Canada! million raised in 2011-2012 314,162 donors support the CCS Marie Turgeon, spokesperson for Daffodil Month Millions of daffodils The CCS invited the public to wear a daffodil pin, symbolizing the organization’s fight against cancer, throughout the month of April as a sign of solidarity. Daffodil pins were available at participating Groupe BMR stores throughout Quebec. Relay For Life participants The event also featured fresh daffodils, with over 2 million blooming flowers available at nearly 2,600 points of sale from March 31 to April 3. Overall, $2.3 million was raised in this event sponsored by actress Marie Turgeon. To motivate the troops and kick off the next edition, Relay For Life organizers convene once a year. In 2011, over 100 organizers took part in the Relay Summit, where they shared tips and advice as well as accomplishments and future project ideas. The Daffodil Ball New this past year: Daffodil Month The Daffodil Ball featured a Russian Romance In April 2011, the CCS launched the first ever edition of Daffodil Month, a vast solidarity movement designed to make a real difference and help tens of thousands of people in their battle against cancers. The 18th edition of the Daffodil Ball was held on April 28, 2011. Over 700 personalities from the world of business were transported to the country of the czars as part of a “Russian Romance.” The Daffodil Ball is recognized as the most prestigious gala event in Canada in support of the fight against cancer. The event raised $2.1 million and stood out at the 2011 Special Events Gala Awards, where it garnered a prize in the “Best Entertainment” category. The gourmet gatherings combine gastronomy and philanthropy Open to all forms of giving There are many ways to give to the CCS. Support from dedicated volunteers has led to the development of various fundraising activities that are sure to please and attract a growing number of donors. Over $2.1 million was raised thanks to the success of the gourmet gatherings, Paws for Hope, Volleyball Challenge, and Cops for Cancer. The CCS’s public fundraising campaigns have attracted high-profile personalities, including former hockey player Xavier Delisle, actress Marie Turgeon, and comedian Lise Dion. Over 2,400 new donors answered the call as part of a general CCS fundraising campaign in 2011. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 20 21 30,000 200 1 objective Culture and Engagement join the fight Recognizing commitment It is estimated that over 60% of people are still alive five years after their diagnosis. The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is here to support them and their families, friends, and colleagues. The CCS fights with them, for life. The Golden Daffodil, the highest honorific distinction awarded by the Quebec Division, recognizes volunteers who have stood out thanks to the scope and consistency of their commitment and application of the CCS’s values. This year, the CCS celebrated JeanPierre Lapointe’s participation as part of its annual meeting. Since 1980, Mr Lapointe has devoted his time to the CCS, and his involvement amounts to over 1,500 hours a year. Among other activities, he has been involved with Cancer J’écoute, the sale of daffodils, and the Relay For Life event. The Canadian Cancer Society wants to become the organization of choice for people in Quebec who wish to donate, volunteer, or work as part of the fight against cancer. The CCS does everything in its power to attract and retain volunteers and employees, providing them with opportunities to develop their skill sets and abilities in accordance with their interests and its mission. In 2011, 30,000 volunteers and 200 employees devoted their talents to the cause. A new name The CCS’s people power includes employees, volunteers, and partners. Senior management decided to put forward a new name to refer to all CCS ambassadors that more accurately reflects its values. In the autumn of 2011, the Human Resources Department became “Culture and Engagement.” The new name enables the CCS to showcase its ambassadors who display caring, courage, integrity and progressive values on a daily basis in the fight against cancer. The National Recognition Program enables the CCS to reward individuals, businesses, and groups that have made outstanding contributions in the fight against cancer. One notable case is that of Michael Lemieux, a volunteer since 2008 and cancer survivor who received the Medal of Courage in 2011. As a volunteer with Cancer J’écoute, Mr Lemieux has provided support and encouragement to many people with cancer and to their caregivers. The Medal of Courage showcases an individual’s outstanding courage in his or her own battle with cancer. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 volunteers employees to defeat cancer Mission category Fostering our achievements Our volunteers and employees are priceless Michael Lemieux, recipient of the Medal of Courage, and Jean-Pierre Lapointe, recipient of the Golden Daffodil The Quebec Division’s efforts in the campaign against tobacco were awarded one of the three national prizes as part of the Circle of Distinction. This award from the National Office of the CCS recognizes team effort between CCS volunteers and staff in contributing to the goals of the Canadian Cancer Society. The Circle of Distinction recognizes a team’s outstanding leadership, dedication, and contribution. The Advocacy team and volunteers of the Richelieu-Yamaska region received this prestigious award for the exceptional results of their 2010 letter-writing campaign calling for a review of the Tobacco Act. Recognition program The second edition of the Quebec Division’s Recognition Gala was held on October 3, 2011 as part of the CCS’s annual assembly. This was an opportunity for the CCS to celebrate its volunteers’ valuable contribution and its employee’s support. A total of 11 Pinnacle Prizes were awarded as part of the event. Xavier Delisle, volunteer and recipient of the President’s Prize, and Jean-Daniel Brisson, Chairman of the Board of Directors Prevention and Health Promotion Prize Élise Balaux (Trottibus), Montreal Individual Support Prize Gisèle Lafrance, Québec/Chaudière-Appalaches Group Support Prize Madeleine Croft and André Savard, Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean/ Chibougamau/Chapais/Côte-Nord Fundraising category Relay For Life “Coup de coeur” Prize Relay For Life, Hérouxville Relay For Life “5D” Prize Relay For Life, Terrebonne Relay For Life “Average $/participant” Prize Relay For Life, Longueuil Relay For Life “Mission” Prize Relay For Life, Granby Special Pinnacle Prize Relay For Life, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Daffodil Days Prize Quebec Fundraising Event Prize Spin Don of Pont-Rouge Inspiration category President’s Prize Xavier Delisle Enthusiastic employees Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 22 23 interaction Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 Le magazine de La Société canadienne du cancer - diviSion du Québec Hiver 2012 Communications and Marketing 3,136 12,109 91 % mentions in the media Facebook fans at January 31, 2012 La face: cacHée: deS: SaLonS de: bronzage: deS miLLierS de genS répondent à L’appeL Le coLLoQue: annueL deS: bénévoLeS: cuLtivez LeS LienS To become the reference organization in cancer-related matters Cancer is the leading cause of death in Canada. As a result of its activities and advocacy initiatives, the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is the organization that has the greatest impact in more communities in the fight against all cancers. The CCS’s key challenge is to stand out and make its services known to the public. Our objective is to position ourselves as the organization of choice and encourage people in Quebec to develop lasting relationships with the CCS as donors, volunteers or staff members. The CCS makes every effort to sustain a balanced and impactful presence in the media. High visibility In 2011, the Canadian Cancer Society was by far the charity that attracted the most visibility in the media. The CCS has positioned itself as a leader with regard to cancer and takes part in discussion around many health-related issues. In 2011, the CCS was mentioned as many as 3,136 times in the media, both print and electronic. It has also significantly extended its presence on social networks (Twitter, Facebook). On January 31, 2012, the CCS’s Facebook page included 12,109 fans, and 1,715 subscribers followed the CCS on Twitter, for respective increases of 137% and 104% since the previous year. relaIs pour: la vIe 2011: Interaction, the CCS’s magazine 14,1 m$ amaSSéS! say that the PLUS campaign contributes to a positive image facebook.com/sccquebec Engaging with you The CCS has been very proactive in sustaining an ongoing online conversation and relationship with the public. In accordance with its forwardlooking focus, it has used its expertise to create a strong brand and initiate opportunities to share with the public, engage in wide-ranging discussion, and, above all, remain attentive to all of its numerous stakeholders. In the spotlight In order to assert its leadership in the fight against cancer, the CCS deploys campaigns throughout the year designed to publicize its mission and fundraising activities. The CCS enjoys strong presence on social media More support. Cultivating a sense of belonging Multiple tools have been implemented to cultivate a sense of belonging among CCS employees, volunteers, donors, and the general public as well. Twice a year, the Quebec Division publishes Interaction, the CCS’s magazine. A shorter version of the magazine is also sent to donors. An online version was launched in 2011, with each issue reaching over 4,500 volunteers. The PLUS campaign In the autumn of 2011, in efforts to showcase the work achieved by cancer researchers and build closer ties with the science community, the CCS published its science magazine, Priority Research. The media show strong interest in the CCS Daffodil Month provided an opportunity to observe the campaign’s viral potential within social media thanks to the use of a virtual daffodil that supporters were able to add to their profile picture and invite friends to do the same. In all, 7,240 people answered the call and displayed their daffodil online. The CCS uses the full potential offered by social networks, public relations, and media placement to publicize its activities. The “Hidden Face of Tanning Salons” campaign was an excellent illustration of this integrated approach, providing unprecedented media scope and visibility of about 14 million impressions. The campaign was a finalist in the health category for the “Prix Égalité” awarded by the Ministère de la Culture, des Communications et de la Condition féminine. In 2011, the CCS also personalized its “PLUS” advertising campaign by rallying three allies to the cause. This threepronged campaign (research, prevention, support) has been favourably received by the public in Quebec. According to a survey carried out to assess the advertising campaign’s impact, 75% of respondents recalled the campaign and 83% of these respondents expressed their appreciation for it. In all, 91% of participants said that the PLUS campaign contributed to the Canadian Cancer Society’s positive image, and 88% believe that it positioned the CCS as the reference organization in cancerrelated matters. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 24 25 An outstanding year in the fight against cancer A remarkable performance Year after year, the Canadian Cancer Society’s Performance Assurance Committee is committed to monitoring, in a rigorous and transparent manner, the administration of the donations that the organization receives from the public. As Chairman of the Committee since May 2011, I am pleased to present to you the 2011-2012 financial statements for the Quebec Division. In 2011-2012, despite the sombre economic climate, the Canadian Cancer Society’s proceeds rose by 5.8% in comparison with the previous year, culminating at an unprecedented $31.8 million. This new peak is the result of the generosity of donors and partners and the tireless work of volunteers and staff. Greater impact on our mission The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) has increased its investments toward each objective in its mission. More funding has been devoted to research, programs, and services as well as advocacy initiatives in a comprehensive effort to provide people living with cancer with even greater support. Statement of Revenue and Expenses Operation, Stability and Initiative Fund for the year ended January 31, 2012 (in thousands of dollars) Since research is essential in understanding and overcoming cancer, it remains the organization’s priority focus. This year, $7.2 million has been devoted to research efforts. In accordance with its ongoing commitment to transparency, the Quebec Division has decided to present its financial statements in full on its Web site at cancer.ca for the first time. Your donations allow the CCS to foster life wherever the disease is present. I would like to thank each one of our donors and volunteers, including my fellow Committee members, the Board of Directors, and all CCS staff for their commitment in the fight against all cancers. Relay For Life Fundraising campaigns Daffodil Month Ball and major gifts Other events In Memoriam donations Planned giving Lotteries “Canadian Cancer Society proceeds rose by 5.8% since last year, culminating at $31.8 million.” Pierre Richard 14,212 12,869 3,915 3,952 2,356 2,255 2,2072,217 2,135 2,090 1,637 1,799 2,3072,540 13 13 28,782 27,735 Other revenue Projects funded by the government Investments Other products Direct fundraising costs 1,698 1,411 575 331 698 526 31,75330,003 (7,494) (7,093) 24,259 22,910 Expenses - Mission Research Programs Prevention Survival Quality of Life Advocacy 7,278 6,615 5,160 4,878 767 651 7,082 6,684 866807 Other expenses Indirect fundraising costs Overhead 21,153 24,234 Excess of revenue over expenses Pierre Richard Chair, Performance Assurance Committee 20122011 $ $ revenue Rigorous management Sound management practices are front and centre in everything the CCS does, including the judicious use of fundraising proceeds. Proportionally speaking, this year’s fundraising costs and general expenses are comparable to last year’s. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 19,635 2,2432,503 838 753 22,891 2519 The above data was extracted from the audited financial statements of the Canadian Cancer Society, Quebec Division. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 26 27 Board of Directors and Senior Management give for life Join the fight A F B G C H D I Board of Directors A - Jean-Daniel Brisson Chair B - France Desharnais Incumbent Vice-Chair C - Pierre Richard Chair, Performance Assurance Committee D - Pierre Lafrenière Chair, Governance and Human Capital Committee E - Pierre-Alain Rodrigue Outgoing Chair Giving is a very personal gesture. You may give because you profoundly believe in a cause. You may give in memory of a loved one. You may give simply because it feels good to do so. Whatever your reasons, by giving to the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), you invest in an important vision and take part in a vast movement devoted to fostering life. E J K Senior Management F - André Cyr Mauricie/Centre-du-Québec/ Estrie G - Christine Labelle Laval/Lanaudière/Laurentides H - Richard Lessard Volunteer member I - Gilles Marcotte Québec/Chaudière-Appalaches/ Bas Saint-Laurent/Gaspésie/ Îles-de-la-Madeleine J - Simon Rivard Richelieu/Yamaska/Rive-Sud/ Sud-Ouest K - Jean-Luc Trahan Montréal Suzanne Dubois Executive Director Jean Pierre Laurin Assistant Executive Director Susanna Bellocchi Director, Finance Virginie Bronsard Director, Culture and Engagement Alain Deschamps Director, Operations Jean-Daniel Hamelin Director, Public Affairs Line Lafantaisie Director, Community Services Denis Lalonde Director, Development Sylvie Poissant Director, Cancer Prevention and Health Promotion Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 Fostering life is at the very heart of the CCS’s mission. We are committed to meeting three key objectives: reducing cancer incidence rates; reducing cancer mortality rates and enhancing the quality of life of people living with and beyond cancer. Actions in the field The CCS funds research, publicly advocates pro-health legislation and policies, and supports more programs in the fight against cancer than any other charitable organization. As you can see from this annual report, it deploys truly effective actions in the field. This year, $31.8 million was raised thanks to the generosity of thousands of donors. These financial resources have allowed the CCS to make tangible contributions in the fight against cancer. Cancer-related needs are on the rise, and that is why we count on your support to continue to make a difference. Every day, thousands of people are affected directly or indirectly by cancer. Your donation helps to make a significant impact in their lives and a positive contribution against this disease. A significant impact Carole, Damien, Jessica, MarieJosée, Laurence, and Line: they have all been touched by cancer. Their testimony provides tangible evidence that your contribution helps to foster life and hope among those who have experienced this terrible disease. There is no such thing as a small donation. Without you, we would not be able to achieve what we are achieving. We need you. Thanks to your support, together we can hope to defeat cancer one day. thank you. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 28 MAJOR PARTNERS $1,000,000 or more Healthpartners $100,000–$999,999 Desjardins Group $50,000– $99,999 Bombardier Inc. CAE CGI Leader and Major Donors “ Many people in various contexts of my life have battled cancer, some successfully, others less so. Who it strikes seems to be frighteningly arbitrary—no matter the lifestyle, nobody is untouchable. And in addition to the pain associated with watching someone you care about go through this battle, each new occurrence adds to the fear that another loved one or even I myself may be next. The survival rates are much greater than they used to be, but not nearly good enough, and the only way to improve those rates is to continue to fund research.” - Mark Pathy, President and Co-CEO, Fednav Group EMPLOYEE DONATIONS A.J.M. International Sports Promotions Ltd. Bell LEADER AND MAJOR DONORS $25,000 – $49,999 Pathy, Mark Anonymous donor Mark Pathy Brigil Platine Corus-98.5 FM Desjardins Financial Security J. E. Mondou Ltd. $10,000– $24,999 Charbonneau, Anita Fondation Denis-Chartier Fondation Paul A. Fournier Pathy, Paul and Marie-Michelle Cartafiore Courrier Laval Duocom Frischkorn Associates Inc. Kimberly-Clark Laurentian Bank Pneus André Ouellet 2000 inc. The Guarantee Company of North America Walmart Canada Corp. Zeste Anonymous Donor $5,000– $9,999 BMO Employee Charitable Foundation Cardin, Suzanne Chaumont-Jolette, Lucille Fondation Nathalie St-Jean 29 Barsalou Lawson, Barristers & Solicitors BCF Business Law Bell Brigil Platine CIBC Corus-98.5 FM Mondou Ltd. CP Canadian Cancer SocietyJ. |E. annual report 2011-2012 Lou Goldberg Jeweller Desjardins Financial Ogilvy Renault Security Pfizer Canada Domtar Inc. PricewaterhouseCoopers Ernst & Young LLP Quebecor Inc. GMP Securities L.P. Samson Bélair/Deloitte & Gowling Lafleur Touche Henderson LLP Telus Groupe Aeroplan 4 Anonymous Donors IBM Canada Ltd. Intact Financial Corporation Caisse de bienfaisance des employés et retraités du CN Canadian Cancer Society Quebec Division Centraide of Greater Montreal Confédération des syndicats nationaux (CSN) Fonds de Bienfaisance des Employés de Rheinmetall Canada Force financière Excel Healthpartners Manulife Financial Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec Sandoz Canada Inc. Telus The Gazette United Way of Burlington & Greater Hamilton United Way Ottawa Urgence Médicale Code Bleu Ville de Dollard-desOrmeaux Fonds de charité des employés de la CUM Henrichon, Gilles Lévesque, Rosaire Madramootoo, Chandra Noël, Georges Bélanger, Anne Belanger, Bernard Bélanger, Guylaine Bélanger, Sylvie Bellerose, Guylaine Bergeron, Pierre Bernier & Associés Bini, Lilliane Blais, Lucie Boudreau, Gérard Bourgeois, Marie-Hélène Brais, Jean-Claude Brodeur, André Brodeur, Yvon C. Brotto, Richard Brunet, Jean-Marc Brunoni, Serge Cantin, Odette R. Carignan, Gilles Carignan, Yves Carli, Gilles Cassin, Steven Centraide of Greater Montreal Charland, Jean-Pierre Choquette, Claude Ciocca, Amy Cmikiewicz, Paul Colbert, Denis Cormier, Karine Coudron, Monique Crépeault, Nicolas Daigneault, Réjean D’Aoust, Bernard Daunais, Thérèse Denis, Bruno Desautels, Pierre Deschamps, Alain Deschenes, Guy Desharnais, France Dubé Gallant, Gaétane Dubois, Suzanne Dubuc, Vincent Ducharme, Patrice El Tawil, Miray Ferron, Michel Fondation de Philanthropie Stratégique Forest, Alexandre Fraternité des policiers et policières de Montréal Gagné, Daniel Gagnon, François Gaumond, Serge Gauthier, Pierre Genest, Christine Gentile, Michael Girard, Claudette Givogue, Rock Godin, Hubert Gourdeau, Paul Grenier, Pierre Guérin, Yves Hardy, Marcel Héon, Charles Huynh, Mayno Karkaroa, Gev Kelly, Paul Kerdian, Arsham Kirsch, Lawrence Labelle, Anne-Marie Lalonde, Denis Landry, Gilles Laniel, Emma Laurin, Jean Pierre Lavallée, Claude Lavoie, Madeleine Lefebvre, Louis Legendre, Josée Loiselle, André Lussier, Suzanne MacLean, Eleanor Macri, Joseph Marcoux, Mario Mascaro, Luigi Mathieu-De-Mondehare, Ghislaine Ménard, Guy Mercier, Luc Morin, Francine Nauss, Denise Nguyen, My Nobel, Bonnie Paquet, Sophie Pare, Joseph Parent, Sébastien Piazza, Giovanna Pronovost, Justin Raymond, Nadine RBC Foundation Rémy, Érick Richard, Laurent Rioux, Elise Rioux, Laurianne Roberge, Marc Rodrigue, Pierre-Alain Roussin, Pierrette Roy, Denis Simoneau, Henri Snow, Raymond Stern, Richard Synnott, Dominique Taylor, A. Scott Thibeault, Pascal Thompson, Marie-Blanche Tremblay, Annick Turcot, Lina Vaillancourt, Daniel Vaillancourt, Gilles Vallée, Stéphane Vartan and Lise Toroussian Foundation Werbrouck, Hélène Wilson, Wayne Anonymous donor CN McCall MacBain Foundation Merck National Bank Financial Group Power Corporation of Canada RBC Foundation Sanofi Canada TD Bank Financial Group Transcontinental Inc. Assingo Decor Atlific Hotels Bell Bombardier Inc. Building Products of Canada Caisse Desjardins des Mille-Îles Caisse Desjardins des policiers et policières Déco Événements Gilles Mercille Inc. Intact Financial Corporation L’Assommoir Lefebvre & Benoit Les Éditions Debeur ltée Pharmacie Jean Thibault Pharmacie Sylvie Hotte et Nicole Côté, Uniprix Primaco R3D Consulting Inc. Succession Rita Gamelin Tremblay Université de Sherbrooke Faculté de droit Utopik Design Ville de Longueuil $1,000– $4,999 Arcadi, François Auclair, Vincent Barnabé, Frédéric Beaudoin, Guy Yellow Pages Group $25,000–$49,999 Pathy, Mark Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 LEADER AND Caisse Desjardins de MAJOR DONORS Vimont-Auteuil $1,000– $4,999 4104242 Canada Inc. Aux Trésors Chinois 9031-8635 Québec inc. 9110-0941 Québec inc. 9200-5628 Québec inc. / Le Club Touriste enrg. 9224-5836 Québec inc. ABP/ Sofa to Go Accès pharma chez Walmart Acier Wirth Steel Activision Publishing Inc. Admission Network Aéroports de Montréal Air Canada Vacations Alcoa Canada Alcor matériaux de toiture inc. Alexandre Maître Traiteur Alfred Dallaire Memoria ArcelorMittal Montreal Inc. Association de la construction du Québec Association récréative Milton-Parc Association V. Granby et V. Jumelées Associazione SocioCulturale La Famiglia Marchigiana Assurances AGC Estrie inc. Au Jardin d’Eden Fleuriste Audio Vidéo Québec inc. Audiovisuel Collins Inc. Autodesk Canada Co. Automobiles Niquet Inc. Autorité des marchés financiers du Québec Avaya Aviva Canada Inc. AXA Baril Ford Lincoln (SaintHyacinthe) BFL Canada Biscuits Leclerc Ltd. BMO Financial Group Bonduelle Canada Inc. Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Boucherie Clément Jacques Boutique Ça Clique CA Technologies Cage aux Sports Caisse Desjardins de la Basse-Lièvre Caisse Desjardins CFE de l’Ouest de Montréal Caisse Desjardins de Hull Caisse Desjardins de la Petite-Nation Caisse Desjardins de la Rivière du Sud et Berthier-sur-Mer Caisse Desjardins des Ramées Caisse Desjardins du Bassin-de-Chambly Caisse Desjardins du Nord de Laval Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute Canadian Tire Fleurimont Canderel Management Inc. Carlito Carrière, Berthiaume Barristers/Solicitors Casino du Lac-Leamy Cavavin Cégep régional de Lanaudière Celgene Centre Canin des Ruisseaux Centre de la nature de Laval Centre de perfectionnement Jacques Despars Centre Dentaire Limbour Centre des Congrès Le Parc CGI Château Westmount ChocoStyle Inc. Chubb Insurance Company of Canada CIBC Cisco Systems Inc. Claude Textile CLD Gatineau Club social Promutuel Verchères CN Cocktail Communications Commission scolaire des Portages-de-L’Outaouais Commission scolaire SirWilfrid-Laurier Construction Control Inc. Coopérative des paramédics de l’Outaouais Corporation SocioCulturelle et Sportive de Notre-Dame-dePontmain Courrier de SaintHyacinthe Crawford & Company Création Francinart Dalkotech Inc. Dama Construction Danar Renovations Ltd Daniel Choquette Traiteur Dbsoft Inc. Demers Beaulne, LLP Deschamps Chevrolet Buick Cadillac GMC Ltée Desjardins Business Centre Laval Desjardins Card Services 30 Desjardins General Insurance Desjardins General Insurance Group Després Laporte Domaine Pinnacle DSF Duocom Ébénisterie Les Anciens Éditions Galerie l’Imagerie Elliot Special Risks LP Ernst & Young LLP ETFS Travel & Healthcare Solutions Expertus Technologies Faculty of Health Sciences - University of Ottawa Fédération des Caisses Desjardins Fednav Limited Fibrek Inc. Fiesta Tents Fortin Corriveau Salvail Architecture + Design FX Innovation Galeries Aylmer Gaz Métro Georgia Pacific Gestion LKD Inc. Gestion Phila Inc. Gestion Poker Tour GFI Solutions Group Inc. Giant Tiger Stores Limited Giro Inc. Gouvernement du Québec, Ministères, Députés Government of Canada Great-West Life Groupe Demers Groupe DGE International Groupe Luc Blanchard Groupe-Conseil PRI Guindon et associés HD. D. Multimédia Inc. Heenan Blaikie Holcim Canada Inc. Hôpital Vétérinaire Duvernay Inc. Hudson Yacht Club IA Clarington Investments Inc. IBM Canada Ltd. Immeubles Godefroy Imprimerie Maska inc. In Fidem Industrial Alliance, Insurance and Financial Services Inc. Institut québécois de planification financière Insurance Bureau of Canada Intact Insurance Jean Coutu Group (PJC) Inc. JEVCO Insurance Company Johnson & Johnson Inc. Juniper Networks Karbür Communication Kezber i Solutions Inc. La Voie Maltée L’Ancienne Baroque Lapointe, Petrone, C.A. Lassonde Industries Inc. Lavery Les Consultants S.M. Inc. Les employés de Montréal International Les Envolées Blanches Les Menuiseries Lauriault Les Métaux Richard Angers Ltée Les Productions Unit-T Les Terrasses Versailles L’Union Canadienne, Compagnie d’Assurances MacDonald Campus Students’ Society Maisons Charplexe inc. Maplesoft Group McGill University Meloche Monnex Insurance and Financial Services Mobilicab Canada NASCO Inc. National Bank Financial Group Noël & Associés Northbridge Insurance Novipro Inc. Osborn & Lange Parreira Traiteur Passion Action PCD Solutions PCI-Perrault Conseil inc. Pharmacie Jonathan Bernard Pharmacie Uniprix Mamode Chemika Pneus MCT Pro Doc Ltd. Procom 2000 Productions généreuses Promutuel Prairie-Valmont Pub Creation Marketing Pyro Air Ltée Quebecor Inc. Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton RBC Financial Group Restaurant Flaveurs Restauration PremièreAction Rinoval Inc. Rio Tinto Alcan RMT Equipment Inc. Rockstar, Inc. Rona Le Régional Longueuil RSA (Département des finances) Saisons-Air Samson Bélair/Deloitte & Touche Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. Saputo Inc. SAQ Scep, section Local 2799 Scotiabank Sears Canada sEb L’Artisan culinaire Séminaire Saint-Joseph de Trois-Rivières SherWeb SMA Solutions de MicroApprentissage SNC-Lavalin Sobeys Soeurs de la charité de Québec SPB Psychologie organisationnelle Inc. SSQ Financial Group Stein Monast L.L.P. Steven Gellis Sports Inc. Sûreté du Québec (Lacolle) Surplec HV Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce Synapse electronic Tactik é Astus TC Transcontinental TD Bank Financial Group Teff Administration Inc. Telus Québec The Master Group L.P. The Missisquoi Insurance Company Théâtre du Nouveau Monde Thibault GM Pontiac Buick Tonne de Briques Tournoi Provincial de Hockey Pee-Wee de Jonquière Travelers Trois-Rivières Port Authority Ultramar Ltd. Université de Sherbrooke École de musique Université de Sherbrooke Rectrice Verint Systems Vézina Assurances Inc. Ville de Montréal Ville De Saguenay Ville De Saguenay (Bureau d’arrondissement de Jonquière) Vincor International Wawanesa Anonymous donor 31 Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 Planned Giving Donors Lise Lessard “ My only sister died at age 52 of colon cancer. She had no children. I was devastated by this loss and I wanted to make a gesture in her memory. At the time, I was working for a life insurance company and I was aware of the practice of planned giving through a life insurance policy. I was sure that planned giving would have a tremendous impact on charities. In their lifetime, donors benefit in many ways: it is a fiscal advantage; making a gesture in support of an important personal cause provides personal satisfaction; and there is also the satisfaction of knowing that you leave behind something of value in the world. I am convinced that the amount I will leave to the CCS after I pass on will help people living with cancer and their families and help enhance their everyday life.” - Lise Lessard planned giving $100,000 OR MORE Estate of Lina Bratica-Bonini Estate of Jean-Marie Dubé Estate of J. Arthur Dumont Estate of Françoise Dumoulin Estate of Yvonne Knaepen Van Wynaerde Estate of Rachel Lagassé Estate of Estelle Leblanc Estate of Lucille Patry Estate of Jean-Marie Tougas $50,000 – $99,999 Estate of Bibiane Grimard Tancrede Estate of Jeanne Lapalme Estate of Jeanette Lewis-O’Reilly Fournier Estate of Julia Quinn Estate of Léo J. Tassé $25,000 – $49,999 Estate of Thérèse Cardinal Estate of Marie-Jeanne Lemieux Estate of Muriel Anne McVey Estate of Ok Im Francesca Pai Estate of Emil Vineanu Anonymous Donor $10,000– $24,999 Estate of Patrick Barry Estate of Andrée Bédard Estate of Céline Boulet Estate of Marcel Deschamps Estate of Wilrose Desrosiers Estate of Madeleine Fournier Estate of Claude Gauvreau Estate of Thérèse Grenier Estate of Yolande Messier Estate of Sylvain Turcotte $5,000–$9,999 Estate of Jeanne Archambault Estate of Gertrude Castonguay Estate of Domenico Corvillani Estate of Lucille Perreault Life Insurance, Estate of Claire Pouliot $1,000–$4,999 Critical illness Insurance,Canada Life Critical illness Insurance, Great-West Estate of Jean Albert Estate of Simonne Boulanger Estate of Irene Carrier Comtois Estate of Antoinette Caux Estate of Marguerite Gagnon Estate of Valmont Garneau Estate of Ghislaine Giasson Estate of Leah Kessler Estate of Wilfrid Labbé Estate of Fernand Lee Estate of Marguerite Léveillé Estate of Joyce McClintock Estate of Jenny Miller Estate of Robert St-Denis FUTURE GIFTS IN THE FORM OF LIFE INSURANCE Brown, Peggy Marie-Louise Doucet, Ghislaine Lessard, Lise Odger, Mary-Eleanor Santerre, Edwidge Upton, Charles-Earl Vermette, Marc O. Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 32 3-YEAR PLEDGE GALA SPONSORS $150,000 over 3 years McCall MacBain Foundation sanofi-aventis 3-YEAR PLEDGE GOVERNOR SPONSORS $105,000 over 3 years Daffodil Ball Donors “ I was honoured to act as Co-Chair of the 2011 Daffodil Ball along with three prominent Quebec business leaders, Rupert Duchesne, Mike Roach and Marc Parent. I believe it is most important for us to continue to raise money to fund leading-edge cancer research. The good news is that cancer research has produced tangible and very positive results in so many ways. Today, we can count on a better survival rate and an improved quality of life for those living with cancer, as well as their families.” - Norman M. Steinberg, Chairman, Norton Rose Canada CN Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP Great-West Life, London Life and Canada-Life Samson Bélair/Deloitte & Touche Louise & André Charron Family Hewitt Equipment Ltd. Pratt & Whitney Canada Scotia Capital GOLD BENEFACTORS $10,000 CAE CGI Merck National Bank Financial Group Power Corporation of Canada RBC TD Securities Yellow Pages Group American Express AXA Barrick Gold Corporation Canadian Natural Resources Limited Cogeco Cable Inc. Davis + Henderson Dessau Goldman Sachs Groupe Le Massif Inc. Kimberly-Clark Inc. Metro Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc. Rio Tinto Alcan Seabury Group LLC SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. Stikeman Elliott Anonymous donor GOVERNOR SPONSORS $35,000 SILVER BENEFACTORS $5,000 GALA SPONSORS $50,000 Norman M. Steinberg, Chairman, Norton Rose Canada; Marc Parent, President and CEO, CAE; Rupert Duchesne, Groupe Chief Executive, Aimia, and Michael Roach, President & CEO, CGI PLATINUM BENEFACTORS $15,000 Barsalou Lawson, Barristers and Solicitors Bombardier Aerospace CIBC Desjardins Group Groupe Aeroplan Intact Financial Corporation Ogilvy Renault PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Quebecor Inc. PRESIDENTS’ CIRCLE BENEFACTORS $25,000 BCF Business Law Bombardier Aerospace Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec Domtar Corporation Ernst & Young LLP GMP Securities L.P. IBM Canada Ltd. Pfizer Canada Productions Feeling Inc. RBC TELUS Quebec and TELUS Health Solutions Anonymous donor DIAMOND BENEFACTORS $25,000 Bell Jean C. Monty Family Roula and Alan Rossy AECOM Bristol-Myers Squibb Canada Canada’s Research-Based Pharmaceutical Companies (Rx&D) Canam Group Inc. Cascades Tissue Group Central Technology Services Corporation Dell Canada Inc. Execaire Gaz Métro Ghafari Associates, L.L.C. Groupe Germain Hospitality Heenan Blaikie Héroux-Devtek Inc. HSBC Bank Canada IMS Brogan, a unit of IMS Industrial Alliance, Insurance and Financial Services Korn/Ferry International Laurentian Bank McCain Foods Limited Medisys Health Group Montrusco Bolton Investments Inc. Munich Re Onex Pharmascience Inc. Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP Rogers Communications Inc. 33 RONA RSM Richter Chamberland Sandoz Canada Inc. Slaight Communications Inc. Standard Life The Forzani Group Ltd. Tommy Hilfiger Canada Inc. UAP Inc. Anonymous donor BRONZE BENEFACTORS $2,000 Marjorie Bronfman, C.M. Bita and Paolo Cattelan Isabelle and François de Gaspé Beaubien Allison L. Dent Carine Monge and LouisPierre Gravelle Belle and Ernie Grivakis Yanick Pagé Nathalie Schwartz and Charles Décarie Ghislaine and Sebastian van Berkom AGF Management Limited Audience Communication and Events BFL Canada Canadian Tire Corporation CEDROM-SNi Inc. Corning Gallant Leaman Group Communications Garaga Inc. Gouvernement du Québec Groupe Marketing International Groupe Petra Harry Rosen Inc. Jubilant DraxImage Inc. Kracauer Family Foundation Labatt Breweries Lavery Le Château lemay associés [architecture, design] Lemieux Bédard Communications Maple Leaf Foods Inc. MDC Partners Inc. Mercer (Canada) Ltd. NATIONAL Public Relations Paladin Labs Inc. Redbourne Renaissance Pharma Inc. RGA Life Reinsurance Company of Canada Schenker of Canada Ltd. Syntegrity Group The Daniel Langlois Foundation The Gazette Transat A.T. Inc. Vision7 International Anonymous donor Canadian Cancer SocietyParrot | annual BRASS BENEFACTORS Cayreport 2011-2012 $1,000 The World Annie and Jeff Ansell Mark R. Bruneau Bina and Leonard Ellen Louise and David Horlington Louis-François Marcotte Shirley and Edward Quantz John A. Rae Dorothy and Cyril Reitman Roseann Runte Nancy and William Turner The Cummings and Gold Families Akzo Nobel Alison Silcoff Events Canderel Management Inc. Church & Dwight Canada Corp. Clairvest D. Culver & Co. Investments Inc Divco Limited Dorel Industries Inc. FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage (Canada) Inc. Groupe Permacon Imperial Group Jeanniot Foundation NFOE et associés architectes Pastene Inc. Patenaude Industries Inc. Protech Chemicals Ltd. Shawa Enterprises Canada Corp. SITQ Société Générale The CSL Group Inc. The Jarislowsky Foundation ZSA Legal Recruitment 2 Anonymous donors 2011 Donations in kind $30,000 & more Air Canada BCBGMAXAZRIA Harricana by Mariouche Lou Goldberg Jeweller SAQ The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Limited The Gazette The Globe and Mail Yves Saint Laurent Anonymous donor $10,000–$30,000 Agnico-Eagle Mines Frank J. Motter Groupe Aeroplan JD International La Presse Metro Supply Chain Group UNDER $10,000 357c A1 Rent-a-Tool Inc. AirSprint Ambienti Design Bijoux Caroline Néron Body Glove Bota Bota, spa-sur-l’eau Chef Elvio Galasso Clinique Maigrir à la Carte Clusier Habilleur Comunika Decor & More Delta Centre-Ville Dr. Arthur Swift Dr. Linda Ptito Elite Laser ENVERS – Yves Jean Lacasse Etihad Airways GDP International Guerlain Harry Rosen Inc. Hera Bell’s Photo Studio Hôtel Chez Swann Hôtel Le Bristol, Paris Hôtel Opus Montréal John Frieda® Collection KLODA FOCUS Group Le Place d’Armes Hôtel & Suites Le St-Martin Hôtel Particulier Centre-Ville Librissime Lindt & Sprüngli (Canada), Inc. Locations Celebrations Mansfield Athletic Club Midtown Le Sporting Club Sanctuaire Nespresso Nol Van Genuchten ‘’O’’ Way Coiffure-Spa Orchestre symphonique de Montréal Pan Pacific Vancouver Queue de Cheval Steakhouse/Bar Simplespace Spa St. James Stationnement Jack Studio Breathe The Dorchester, London The Molson Brothers TNT The New Trend Verses Restaurant Zen Tai Studio Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 34 DONORS RELAY FOR LIFE $20,000 OR MORE Caisse Desjardins Terrebonne Casino de Montréal Ville de Repentigny relay for life donors “ Like so many among you, cancer has affected many people I know. Taking part in the Relay For Life seemed to be a nice way to do my part against this disease. Yes, the Canadian Cancer Society funds research, but it also offers many other services, including support, information, awareness campaigns, and so on. The number of cancer cases is going up, and we need to preserve these services. That’s what keeps me motivated to continue.” - Gilles Hébert $10,000 –$19,999 Boom FM Boutique Oui je le voeux Caisse Desjardins de Mercier-Rosemont Caisse Desjardins Pierre-Le Gardeur - Centre de services St-Paul-l’Ermite École Leblanc Hebdo Transcontinental Rive-Nord La Revue Le Trait d’Union Pfizer Canada Première Moisson Gilles Hébert $5,000– $9,999 Beaudoin, Carole Bologna, Sylvia Brenner, Sharyn Despatie, Roger Fondation Émilie Jauron Hébert, Gilles Labrie, Marco Pietrovito, Roberto Prud’homme, Benjamin Lassonde Industries Inc. 9214-2850 Québec Inc. ABP Location AlimPlus Inc. Bernard Lussier Inc. Caisse Desjardins de Brome-Missisiquoi Caisse Desjardins de Pointe-aux-Trembles Caisse Desjardins des Verts-Sommets de l’Estrie Caisse Desjardins du LacMemphrémagog Canwest Global Communications Corp. Centre de formation professionnel des Riverains Centre de Santé-Reiki Chaussures Pop Clinique de Massothérapie Josée Fortin Coq Extra Inc. Corporation de l’île-Lebel Courrier Laval Fidelity Investments Canada Limited Gestion Guy Fortin Inc. Gouvernement du Québec, Ministères, Députés Groupe Scout 148e NotreDame-des-Champs IGA Daigle IGA Extra - Marché Croisetière Berthier Inc. Industrial Alliance Journal de Chambly Karaté Sportif St-Eustache La Troupe des artistes du Show Lake of Two Mountains High School Les Supermarchés IGA Crevier de Lanaudière Pierrefonds-Roxboro Borough Pro Doc Ltd Quebecor Media Inc. Restaurant Au Vieux Duluth Ricardo, Cuisine.com SRSOR Suncor Energy Inc. Via Capitale Affaires Via Capitale Estrie Ville de Chambly Ville de Sorel-Tracy Ville de St-Jean-surRichelieu Ville de Terrebonne Xstrata Copper Canada $2,500–$4,999 Beldié, Jean-Jacques Bergeron, Marie-Claude Boyd, Suzanne Brazeau, Micheline Carpentier, Susy Charest, Raymonde Farand, Sylvain Fondation de l’ARPAC Fonds de bienfaisance des employés de Montréal, Bombardier Aéronautique Hofmann, Heather Hotte, Sylvie Jacques & Michel Auger Foundation Lapointe, Gilles Leduc, Yvon Marcil, Sylvie Messier, Patrick Poirier, Michel Prévost, Shirley Racine, Manon RBC Foundation Académie Danza Association des conseils des médecins, dentistes et pharmaciens du Québec Attraction 35 Bianchi Électrique BMO Fiancial Group BOOM FM 104.1 Brunet plus Christine Provost Caisse Desjardins de Farnham Caisse Desjardins de Joliette Caisse Desjardins de SaintEustache - DeuxMontagnes Caisse Desjardins de Waterloo Caisse Desjardins Paul L’ermite Carrefour Professionnel de l’Ostéopathie Carrefour Richelieu Coiffure Résidence Principale Comptoir Familial du Haut-Richelieu Covoiturage Amigo Express CSN Député Guillaume Tremblay Dunnhumby Estpharm Inc. 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Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 40 41 saint-jérôme Canadian Cancer Society regional offices, service centres, support groups, and workshops Rosemère boucherville laval sainte-julie longueuil montréal chambly pincourt Canadian Cancer Society | annual report 2011-2012 CHÂTEAUGUAY beauharnois To find the addresses of our 14 offices and 17 service centres, visit cancer.ca cap-aux-meules legend regional office ar rp ce la mp e àr service centre CHIBOUGAMAU Rimouski support group visualization chicoutimi La Sarre art expression Rivière-du-Loup Témiscouatasur-le-Lac montmagny Amos québec Val-d’or RouynNoranda SAINT-GEORGES DE BEAUCE Ville-Marie Mont-laurier maniwaki shawville gatineau Trois-rivières victoriaville sorel-tracy notre-dame-des-prairies Drummondville Lac-mégantic asbestos Saint-sauveur sherbrooke saint-hyacinthe granby stanstead saint-jeansur-richelieu cowansville Published by Canadian Cancer Society Quebec Division Public Affairs Department 5151 de l’Assomption Blvd. Montreal, Quebec, H1T 4A9 Telephone: 514 255-5151 Fax: 514 255-2808 cancer.ca facebook.com/sccquebec Print Au Point Reprotech Printed in Canada Auditors Samson Bélair / Deloitte et Touche s.e.n.c.r.l. 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