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Survivor Conference 2011 recap

Shali Nov 15 2011 Survivor Conference News

It has been one week since I returned home from the Survivor Conference 2011 in Ottawa. I'm still basking in the warmth of memories from the event and feeling immensely thankful to be a member of the YACC family. I have attended three Retreats and two Conferences since 2007 and am always amazed at the depth of connection that is able to happen in such a relatively short timeframe. I was a little nervous that we may lose some of that intimacy this year based on the significant jump in the READ ON

SC2011: Day 4

Angie Nov 07 2011 Survivor Conference News

The final full day of the Conference featured a presentation on The Power of One by Dr. Anthony Fields. He spoke to delegates about the power they each have to make changes to the healthcare system and for young adults dealing with cancer in Canada. After another round of workshops on brain fog, physical fitness post treatment, and becoming engaged with YACC, all 95 attendees formed YACC's largest-ever closing circle to finish up the serious parts of the weekend. Everyone READ ON

SC2011: Day 3

Angie Nov 06 2011 Survivor Conference News

We had a great keynote this morning by Scott Adams on taking care of your body while you're dealing with cancer. SC2011 delegates then split up for more workshops on yoga, physical fitness after treatment, brain fog, and becoming engaged with YACC. Since the workshop sessions have restricted numbers, some of the workshops are offered more than once this weekend to allow ample opportunity for everyone to benefit from the knowledge of our fantastic speakers.  This afternoon featured READ ON

SC2011: Day 2

Angie Nov 05 2011 Survivor Conference News

Things got underway at Survivor Conference 2011 today with keynote speakers and workshops. Heather Palmer delivered her keynote on brain fog in the morning, Brain blips and other cognitive changes associated with cancer Delegates then spent the afternoon in workshops on yoga, dealing with brain fog, physical activity while in treatment, and being supportive.    Frederic Messier held a workshop on what supporters need to know Geoff shared his story in the evening before the READ ON

A quick update from SC2011

Angie Nov 04 2011 Survivor Conference News

Since we can't all be at SC2011, the YACC staff on the ground in Ottawa will be sending images back to HQ to let us in on what's going on. We'll post them here on the SC2011 news feed to give you an idea of what happens at a Survivor Conference. The shirts are ready for registration! You will be able to follow along on Twitter by searching #SC2011 or following @yacancercanada. Get involved and let us know what you're doing and how it's going on Cooper Street! Here are a couple READ ON

What’s the deal with SC2011?

Angie Oct 12 2011 Survivor Conference News

Hey folks! We have been getting some questions about what to expect at the Conference. This is awesome for one main reason: It means we're growing. The Conference was usually attended by YACC alumni who knew what to expect from a YACC event. Now, we have about a 50/50 split with new and returning survivors. Not only do we have more new faces, we have more people than ever before! The Conference has nearly doubled this year! It's a great indication of what's going to happen around here READ ON

Let’s talk about this logo

Angie Sep 13 2011 Survivor Conference News

Have you all noticed the logo for Survivor Conference 2011? I just wanted to take a minute to draw your attention to it, give credit to Duncan de Young for designing it, and let you know what it means for you. If you're going to SC2011 in Ottawa, you'll see this logo on the effects we will provide. It will serve to remind you of the time you spent in Ottawa with Young Adult Cancer Canada and the significance of Parliament Hill for this particular conference (more on that at another READ ON

Attend a workshop on physical fitness during and after treatment

Angie Sep 02 2011 Survivor Conference News

Scott Adams will be attending this year's Survivor Conference to explain the role of exercise in protecting yourselves throughout treatment and in getting back to "life in the fast lane." Here's what he has to say about his presentation: I know that trying to sift through all the conflicting information about physical fitness can be extremely discouraging. From battling fatigue to preventing long-term health complications, I will do my best to ensure that everyone walks away with a solid READ ON

We’ve hit the magic number

Angie Aug 12 2011 Survivor Conference News

We're pleased to announce all the spaces are filled for the Survivor Conference! There's going to be a big group of you in Ottawa, and we can't wait! We're going to connect with new and old friends, strengthen our community, climb Parliament Hill, and learn how to make the rest of our lives the best of our lives from here on out. We'll have ideas on how to get fit and take care of your body, how to manage your emotions, and what to do when you're finding it difficult to move beyond READ ON

Learn about brain fog with Heather at SC2011

Angie Aug 05 2011 Survivor Conference News

Heather Palmer will make her first trip to the Survivor Conference this fall to speak about cancer-related brain fog. She is an experienced speaker who runs cancer-related brain fog across the country, and is looking forward to meeting more young adult cancer survivors in order to gain insight to serve them better. "I feel that although cancer-related brain fog is a big topic, experienced by many cancer survivors, it is not well understood or addressed by healthcare professionals, the READ ON

Don’t snooze or you’ll lose!

Angie Jul 29 2011 Survivor Conference News

Karine is currently away at the Retreat so I don't have a current total of how many applications we have, but I know it's turning into a lot! The last count I have says we have about 40 applications already, and about 50 per cent of them are from new people we've never met! This is just a reminder to any alumni that if you snooze getting your application in, you might miss out on a spot at the Conference. If you're interested in joining us in Ottawa, head on over to the Apply section and READ ON

The questions roll in with the applications

Angie Jul 22 2011 Survivor Conference News

We have already received nearly 40 applications for SC2011 in Ottawa, ON and we are so excited to meet everyone! Yes, meet, because there's an unusually large number of applicants who have not yet attended a YACC event (alumni, better hurry on with those application forms). Either way, new or old, we are looking forward to welcoming new survivors and supporters and seeing all the familiar faces we don't see often enough. With so many applications so quickly, and so many new people to READ ON

Registration is open for Survivor Conference 2011

Angie Jul 11 2011 Survivor Conference News

For all of you who have recently attended Retreat Yourself East and the YACC Expedition and are anxiously awaiting the next program, and to those who have heard about the Conference and couldn't wait to apply, the time has come! Registration is now open for the 2011 Survivor Conference in Ottawa, ON from November 3-7, 2011. For four days, we will connect, grow, and explore from the nation's capital. The conference will be held at the Cartier Place Suite Hotel, a quiet place on a side READ ON

Reflecting on the 2010 Survivor Conference

Karine Nov 17 2010 Survivor Conference News

Frustrating Yesterday, I started to write about the Survivor Conference which happened from November 4-8, 2010 in beautiful St. John's, NL. Things were going okay but I was struggling a lot trying to put the experience into words. Well, I guess the universe felt I was "off" because I (or it) did something (not sure what, so I am a bit paranoid today) that erased my entire text. After some bad words came out of my mouth, most of them in French (Mother tongue they say...although my mom is READ ON

Menu for the 2010 Conference, a healthier experience

Karine Oct 14 2010 Survivor Conference News

For those of you who have been to a YACC event before, you know that building a menu that will please 30 people or more is not always an easy task. I would even say it is nearly impossible. In the past, we had to make the best of what was offered at the venue and we did not always have all the latitude we wished we had. The conference has grown over the years and now we have to feed over 65 people while taking allergies, food intolerance, and special needs into consideration.  Building a READ ON

Survivor Conference 2010: Now with Mrs. Bonnie Lang

Karine Sep 17 2010 Survivor Conference News

Because we know you survivors and supporters out there are interested in learning more about fitness and physical health, we’ve invited Bonnie Lang to come to the SC2010 and share her passion as a personal trainer with you. Going to the Gym is not possible or accessible for you? You want to learn how to get fit at home? This conference might bring you answers to those questions! Bonnie will be there to help you and share her expertise in a fun and simple way. Some of you already know her READ ON

Survivor Conference 2010: We will do it LIKE THIS!

Karine Aug 16 2010 Survivor Conference News

Sunday night at the Banquet we'll do it LIKE THIS with Daniel Stolfi! We had the great pleasure to meet Daniel at Retreat Yourself East 2009 where he connected for the first time with YACC and our amazing community. For those of you who have been to a retreat before, you'll know that we usually hold a talent show on the last day. Well in 2009 we did and we got to see a little portion of Daniel's show and we were all AMAZED! lucky us, we will get to see it all this time! Here's a little READ ON

Survivor Conference 2010: Allow us to introduce you to chef Jay Holecek

Karine Aug 02 2010 Survivor Conference News

Introducing to you the amazing Workshop with Chef Jay Holecek If you are registered and confirmed to come to the conference, you will have the unique chance to spend Saturday morning with the young, dynamic, and original chef Jay Holecek! Growing up in a variety of settings around America exposed Jay to many traditional practices but it wasn't until he suffered illness and spent years neglecting his health while pursuing business success that he learned food has a direct impact on READ ON

More details about the Survivor Conference 2010

Karine Jul 19 2010 Survivor Conference News

It is July 19, so as promised, here are some more details about the Survivor Conference 2010. This year, we are making some changes that we hope will help you navigate the conference program. The first major change is the location. The conference is taking place in a hotel just beside St. John's Airport. Upon your arrival, you will be able to get your conference package at the information/welcome desk open which will be open all day on Thursday, November 4. Someone from YACC will be READ ON

Survivor Conference 2010: Can’t hardly wait!

Karine Jul 06 2010 Survivor Conference News

I am so fully and completely excited about the Survivor Conference happening in St.John's, NL from November 4-8, 2010, you have no idea. I just finished creating the content for the web and registrations are now open, to apply! Many changes coming this year based on your comments, suggestions, and also new opportunities that presented themselves in 2009-2010. I literally had to hold myself back from telling everyone about every little thing coming this year but after a chat with my READ ON

Survivor Conference 2010: The dates are booked!

Karine Jan 13 2010 Survivor Conference News

Get your calendar, agenda, timer set for November 4-8, 2010 for our next Survivor Conference! The 2009 Conference was really great and it was the biggest reunion of young adult cancer survivors and supporters to date. We are hoping to grow a little again this year and get up to 75 people! For 2010, we will bring the conference to the city. The location will be in St. John's at the Comfort Inn Hotel. The location is perfect: minutes from the airport with a free shuttle and 10 minutes READ ON

The 2009 Survivor Conference on the Rock…rocked!

Karine Nov 03 2009 Survivor Conference News

Many months ago, we started to plan our Annual Survivor Conference and tried to imagine how great it would be if we had 60 participants. Well, now we can look back and say: We did it and it was some great! From October 22-26, 2009, Young Adult Cancer Canada held its 3rd Annual Survivor Conference at The Wilds in Salmonier River, just outside of St. John's NL.  We were very excited to welcome our survivor family to our beautiful home province of Newfoundland and Labrador.  A total of 60 READ ON

Creating the path forward… together

Karine Oct 14 2009 Survivor Conference News

DesktopScenes.com It’s no secret anymore, this year at the conference; we will have the chance to hear Barry Green, a professional speaker from Newfoundland with lots of energy and lots of heart. The Survivor Conference is about taking some time to take care of ourselves, to learn, to share, to connect, and it’s also about community. We are so much stronger as a group. Try and break one pencil, easy. Try and break 50 pencils…good luck. If you can, let us know, maybe we could do a little READ ON

Our latest speaker: The Unity Guy…

Karine Sep 16 2009 Survivor Conference News

We just booked another amazing speaker from St. John's who will open our weekend with an inspiring talk. Mr. Barry L. Green has agreed to join us and share his expertise with our community. Barry describes himself as "The Unity Guy." For 25 years, he has been working with businesses, government departments and agencies, community service organizations, universities, colleges and schools (from Vancouver to St. Johns and Seattle to Dallas) who seek to achieve greater identity, balance, READ ON

Need help to get on The Rock for the Survivor Conference?

Karine Aug 31 2009 Survivor Conference News

The answer: YACC’s 10th Annual Climb! As you all know, registrations have started for our Survivor Conference happening from October 22-26, 2009 in St. John's, NL. In order to help you get to the Conference, we have travel assistance for those who need it, based on the province where you live. Knowing that the travel assistance, as helpful as it is, might not be enough, we have something else to offer you. This year, YACC is celebrating its 10th Climb anniversary and the Climb happens to READ ON

More details for this years conference

Karine Aug 31 2009 Survivor Conference News

I know, it’s been a while, but it was worth it! Much more information is coming your way for our up-coming Conference.  First of all, the program is getting more and more detailed and we will be able to post it soon on the web. We are already half full. Only 30 spots left. I know it sounds like a lot, but knowing that we open the conference to every young adult in the country who is interested, it is quite small. If you have not already registered, I encourage you to apply as soon as READ ON

Registrations are coming in!

Karine Aug 07 2009 Survivor Conference News

About a month ago, we posted our first official invitation for our next Survivor Conference. Since then, more than 20 of you have already registered and I keep receiving new forms every week! It’s really shaping out to be incredible! YOU have the power to make this event everything that it can be and will be. I don’t want the pace of registration to slow down! With 20 in a month, we will quickly reach our maximum capacity of 60! Try to picture this; 60 inspiring, fun, loving, READ ON

Survivor Conference 2009: I am hooked

Karine Jul 13 2009 Survivor Conference News

By the "Wannabe Newfoundlander" Karine Chalifour For the past couple of months, besides getting used to living in a different province (almost feels like a different country some days, mostly because the ocean is everywhere), talking in English all the time, and decrypting some of the wonderful local Newfoundland expressions, I have been working on our upcoming Survivor Conference. Like all our events, the closer it gets, the more excited we get. I have to say, I feel this year's READ ON