Karen Koch: Comfort in Art
Member Submission A couple of years ago, I was planning to donate a kidney to save a father to a young boy. I felt fit, but during the testing, I learned that at 53, I had stage 4 colorectal cancer. Ten months later, after chemotherapy and a 10-hour surgery, I was declared NED — no […]
Online Be Well Talks: Mar – Apr 2025
A cancer diagnosis brings many questions. Often people feel overwhelmed by both their questions and the sheer volume of information available on the internet. Wellspring cuts through these layers, providing expert information on a wide variety of topics, such as nutrition, workplace, advances in treatment, depression, body image, how to cope with symptoms, and to […]
Well Dressed for Spring: Meet the Models!
On Wednesday, March 26, 12 models will take the stage at Yorkville Village to showcase the latest spring fashion collections and raise money for Wellspring. Hosted by Jeanne Beker and presented by RBC Wealth Management, Well Dressed for Spring is a fashion event like no other. Each model has a unique cancer story, whether they […]
Share the Love by sending an eCard!
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate the love we have for the people who matter most in our lives. This year, let’s think outside the box (of chocolates!) and beyond flowers. Let’s give the gift of hope. Visit our eCard site, select the eCard you like most, make your donation amount, and we’ll email it, along with a personal […]
The Charles Family: Living a full life with cancer
In March 2022, one day after Marie Charles finished chemotherapy for stage four pancreatic cancer, she bravely took to the runway for Wellspring’s annual fashion show, Well Dressed for Spring. The Charles family was overjoyed. Watching their amazing matriarch strut down the runway after all she had endured was awe-inspiring. “We all enjoyed every moment […]
Teddy Bears and Team Bonding: How Wellspring supported Rachel Swiednicki and her son through cancer
Although she credits her first mammogram at the age of 44 for saving her life, finding out she had breast cancer was a devastating blow for Rachel Swiednicki. As a mother to an eight-year-old son, not only was she personally grasping her diagnosis, but she had to figure out a way to tell Adler and […]
The New Wellspring Community Forum is Live!
Wellspring’s Community Forum is now live! We are so excited to welcome you to our new online space, where you can connect with fellow members, share experiences, and find the support you need, all in one place. How to Get Started: Visit the Forum: Go to community.stg-wellspring-stage.kinsta.cloud (Or visit stg-wellspring-stage.kinsta.cloud > Virtual Centre > […]
Get Well Gang: Warming the hearts and heads of people with cancer
If you’ve ever visited our centre in Toronto, you’ve likely seen the beautiful knitted and crocheted hats at the front desk. Many of these hats were donated by the Get Well Gang, a group of volunteers who have been knitting and crocheting hats since around 2004. Their mission is to “warm the hearts and heads […]
Three Simple Techniques to Combat Cancer Brain Fog
Brain fog, sometimes called “chemo brain,” refers to cognitive difficulties that affect the clarity of thinking, memory, and concentration. While the root cause is unconfirmed, it’s a common side effect experienced by many cancer patients, particularly those undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, or other cancer treatments. Brain fog can also result from the stress and emotional toll […]
Tickets On Sale for Well Dressed for Spring
Presented by RBC Wealth Management, Wellspring’s annual Well Dressed for Spring fundraiser is back for 2025, and you can purchase your tickets today! Well Dressed for Spring will take place at Yorkville Village from 5.30 – 9 PM on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. “We are thrilled to bring this event back to Yorkville Village for […]
