BECOMING A PARTNER OR ADVOCATE
Patient and caregiver voices play an important role in improving cancer care, research, and support programs. There are different ways to get involved, including serving as a patient or caregiver partner, where you collaborate with an organization or research team to help shape programs, services, or studies, and serving as a patient or caregiver advocate, where you provide direct support by helping an individual navigate care, ask questions, and access resources. Opportunities may be available through the ACTION Centre as well as other healthcare and community organizations. Below, you can find different organizations who are looking for advocates or partners!
The ACTION Centre
Interested in becoming a patient partner or a caregiver partner with the ACTION Centre? In order to join, you must apply to be a part of the Patient and Family Advisory Council with Cancer Care Alberta (formerly Alberta Health Services). Visit the link below to learn more and apply!
Caregivers Alberta
Volunteer with Caregivers Alberta and help support family and friend caregivers across the province. Opportunities include roles such as Peer Buddy, Peer Support Group Facilitator, or Senior Caregiver Ambassador—providing emotional support, connecting caregivers to resources, and helping build stronger caregiver communities.
Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre
Volunteer at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre and help improve the experience of patients and families receiving cancer care. Volunteers support a variety of roles across the centre, contributing to a welcoming environment and helping enhance the quality of care for those navigating a cancer diagnosis.
