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Free Educational Videos & Presentations These free, pre-recorded online educational workshops are designed to provide essential information on various topics related to breast cancer treatment and care. Through these workshops, MTAC aims to enable women to be active participants in their own care, to ask questions, and to make informed decisions about their health. By providing free access to this critical information, MTAC aims to reduce the fear and uncertainty associated with breast cancer and to promote greater confidence, resilience, and overall well-being. English Videos English Toutes les catégories Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Pre-op & Post-op Imaging Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Cancer Screening Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Ultrasound Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Mammography Tomosynthesis Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Genetic Testing Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Skin Care with Belinda Thornhill Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo How to Conduct a Self Breast Exam with Dr. Ipshita Prakash Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Guided Self-Massage for Scar Tissue (MTAC) Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Guided Self-Massage Mediation for Breast Examination (MTAC) Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Self Massage Video 1_ Optimal Breast Health Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Physiotherapy exercises post lumpectomy and mastectomy (English) French Videos French Toutes les catégories Lire la vidéo Lire la vidéo Exercices de physiothérapie après une tumorectomie et une mastectomie (French) Presentations Food Safety DOWNLOAD Grocery Shopping DOWNLOAD Possible Side Effects DOWNLOAD How to Increase Calories DOWNLOAD Simple Snacks DOWNLOAD Preventing Dehydration DOWNLOAD Nausea & Vomitting DOWNLOAD Nutrition Basics DOWNLOAD Poor Appetite DOWNLOAD Mouth Sores DOWNLOAD Side Effects: Diarrhea DOWNLOAD Eating on a Budget DOWNLOAD Side Effects: Constipation DOWNLOAD

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For families navigating cancer treatment, back-to-school season brings both hope and heartache. Between medical appointments and financial strain, even buying school supplies can feel overwhelming. Your generosity provides fully stocked backpacks , filled with essentials like notebooks, pencils, and calculators, for the children of MTAC’s women warriors. Each backpack eases a family’s burden and reminds a child they are supported and seen. SPONSOR A BACKPACK What’s Inside Each Backpack Durable backpack Notebooks and folders Pencil case with pencils, pens, and markers Ruler and erasers Age-appropriate calculator Additional grade-specific supplies Your kindness turns uncertainty into hope. It reminds our women warriors that they’re not alone — that behind every child walking proudly into a new school year stands an entire community cheering them on. Together, We Make It Possible Your kindness turns uncertainty into hope. It reminds our women warriors that they’re not alone — that behind every child walking proudly into a new school year stands an entire community cheering them on. Give a backpack. Empower a family. SPONSOR A BACKPACK Learn more about MTAC’s mission and impact ABOUT MTAC

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Join Us for MTAC Education Day at the JGH on April 9th! EDUCATION DAY A special event dedicated to informing patients, families, and the community about breast cancer treatment and support services. Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 FREE EVENT Join us for MTAC Education Day sponsored by A special event dedicated to educating patients, families, and the community about breast cancer treatment and support services. This free event is open to everyone and is your opportunity to gain valuable insights, connect with experts, and discover the many resources available to support you or your loved ones on this journey. The Details What to Expect Unprecedented access to Montreal's leading cancer specialists Light bites & Nonalcoholic beverages Presentations from medical, surgical and radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, radiologists, geneticists, fertility specialists s Answers to your most pressing questions Vendors and nonprofits offering support services like psychotherapy, medical tattoos and more Join Us for a Free Educational Event Gain valuable insights, connect with experts, and explore essential resources for breast cancer treatment and support. Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 | Jewish General Hospital | 5:30PM Start Let us know you're coming by signing up below! First Name Last Name Email I want to subscribe to the newsletter. I'll be there! Thanks for submitting your attendance!

Join in MTAC's Wellness Week Retreat! Register Today! April 12, 2026 10:00 - 14:00 A day of movement, healing and connection in support of women battling breast cancer . REGISTER NOW OF PROCEEDS SUPPORT WOMEN UNDERGOING TREATMENT 100% Join the Wellness Movement! Join us for More Than a Cure Wellness Retreat at the Four Seasons Montreal - a rejuvenating experience designed to nourish the mind, body, and spirit. MTAC's Wellness Retreat brings people together in the spirit of healing, connection, and purpose. Through holistic wellness practices, education, and community, this immersive experience supports true mind-body health while raising vital funds for the More Than a Cure Foundation . Guests will move, recharge, and connect to the uplifting beats of DJ Geo , creating an energizing yet grounding atmosphere throughout the day. The retreat was thoughtfully envisioned by Isabelle Houle , with Vocation Events and VS Staffing providing seamless on-site production and coordination to ensure a beautifully executed experience from beginning to end. Wellness with purpose. More Than a Cure. Registration : $275 Retreat Highlights Movement Sessions The day begins with energizing workouts, Pilates, and dance sessions designed to awaken the body and build positive momentum. Wellness & Restoration Embark on a restorative experience with massages and sound bath sessions, creating space for relaxation and renewal. Closing Reflection & Impact Moment The retreat concludes with a brief reflection and the announcement of funds raised in support of More Than a Cure. Nourishing Luncheon by Four Seasons Gather for an exquisite Four Seasons lunch, thoughtfully prepared by their renowned culinary team — a nourishing and elegant moment to connect, recharge, and savor the day together. Movement Sessions Time 10 AM 11 AM 11:45 AM 12 PM 1 PM Instructor Val Desjardins Nessa, Nolan, Vic BREAK Jennifer Pregnolato LUNCH Description HIIT Workout Pilates REFRESHMENTS Dance powered by Four Seasons ONGOING 10 AM - 1 PM Chair & Table Massages by Kala Red Light Sound Bath Journey Instructor Blu Wellbeing Massage Therapists Camille Lalande Description 20 Minute Sessions 2 x 30-Minute Sessions Retreat Facilitators Val Desjardins Founder & Owner of The Studio MTL Val Desjardins is a coach, competitive athlete, and wellness expert with certifications from NYU, Harvard Medical School, and Cornell University. Her training method blends strength, cardio, and Pilates, attracting clients like Jennifer Aniston and Michelle Pfeiffer. As a partner at Spa Bota Bota and wellness contributor for ELLE Canada and ELLE Québec, she is a leader in the fitness industry. IG: @pumpfitnessmtl Website: thestudiomontreal.com Jennifer Pregnolato Competitive Figure Skater, Coach & Fitness Instructor A former competitive figure skater and coach, Jennifer Pregnolato is now dedicated to helping clients build strength, resilience, and confidence. Her hybrid training method combines mat Pilates, trampoline cardio, functional strength training and dance. IG: @jen_mtl Website: thestudiomtl.com Nessa, Nolan, Vic Pilatika Instructors Nessa, Nolan and Vic will guide a rejuvenating Pilatika session designed to awaken the body, improve mobility, and restore balance. Blending mindful movement, core activation, and fluid stretching, this practice helps release tension while building strength and stability. Suitable for all levels, the session invites you to reconnect with your breath, move with intention, and begin the day feeling energized, centered, and grounded. Nessa - @vanvoune Nolan - @nolan_carpiot Vic - @vic.kicktoria @pilatikapilateswestmount Wellness Reset with a Blu® Activated Chair Massage Blu Wellbeing will be offering 20-minute Blu® Activated Massages throughout the retreat, allowing guests to experience a focused moment of deep relaxation and nervous system regulation . This signature modality integrates targeted therapeutic touch with intentional pacing to release stored tension, improve circulation, and support the body’s natural reset response. www.bluwellbeing.com @bluwellbeing Kala Red Light Sound Bath Healing Experience 30-minute immersive sound bath sessions during the day, led by Shaman Camille Lalande, offering guests a moment to pause, reset, and deeply relax. These sessions use soothing sound frequencies to calm the nervous system and create space for stillness within the retreat experience. Kala Red Light Therapy panels will also be incorporated to enhance the environment, supporting circulation, cellular recovery, and overall restoration. www.kalaredlight.com @kalatherapy Register Now! 2026 Major Donors Event Sponsors Wellness Product Sponsors Swag Bag Sponsors Raffle Sponsors Media Sponsors

More Than a Basket SPONSOR A BASKET Our Impact 25 Sponsored Baskets 50 Sponsored Baskets 105 Sponsored Baskets 180 Total Bringing comfort, warmth, and hope to women who need it most. The holidays should be a time of joy, but for women undergoing breast cancer treatment, they can be incredibly challenging. You can change that by sponsoring a Holiday Basket! What's included? Our MTAC Holiday Baskets have been thoughtfully curated to bring comfort, warmth, and a sense of hope to these extraordinary women. Each basket is filled with essentials and treats, sponsored by our generous community: Cozy Blankets/Throws Heated Blankets Candles, Nail Files, and Tea Mugs Tea Silk Pillowcases & Bathrobes Cozy Socks Shampoo/Conditioner Olive Oil Water Bottles Food Gift Certificates Chocolate and Candy PLUS: Each basket includes a gift card funded by your sponsorship to help each warrior purchase something of her choice—a little extra joy for the season. SPONSOR A BASKET Partner With Us! Join leading brands and organizations in supporting MTAC’s Holiday Basket initiative bringing comfort and care to women in treatment this holiday season! Your company can directly support our mission by contributing high-quality items for inclusion. Sponsorship Categories Comfort & Wellness : blankets, robes, silk pillowcases, socks, slippers, skincare, candles Nourishment : teas, coffee, olive oil, chocolate, healthy snacks, gourmet treats Daily Essentials : shampoo, conditioner, self-care kits, reusable water bottles Packaging : custom boxes, ribbons, tags, tissue, filler, delivery supplies Gift Cards : grocery or retail gift cards, beauty or wellness experiences Packing & Delivery Support : venue, printing, transportation, logistics Each sponsorship offers meaningful brand alignment, community impact, and recognition opportunities through MTAC’s communication channels. Partner with us to make this holiday season brighter for women in treatment — one basket, one act of kindness at a time. LEARN MORE Join Our Packing Team! Help us fill each basket with care, comfort, and love. As a volunteer packer, you’ll be part of the awesome packing crew that makes this initiative possible! JOIN THE TEAM

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Être impliqué Aidez-nous à donner à chaque femme qui lutte contre le cancer du sein une chance égale de vivre. De nombreuses femmes qui luttent contre le cancer du sein ont du mal à subvenir à leurs besoins fondamentaux. Votre soutien les aide à se concentrer sur la lutte contre le cancer. À propos de votre don Notre défi Des obstacles tels que l'inégalité d'accès aux ressources et à l'éducation dans la lutte contre le cancer du sein empêchent les femmes d'accéder au soutien qu'elles méritent. Le MTAC s'efforce de donner à chaque femme les moyens de combattre le cancer du sein avec dignité - et nous avons besoin de votre aide. Notre approche Bien qu'une partie de notre financement soit accordée à la recherche nécessaire pour éradiquer le cancer du sein, le MTAC est unique dans sa orientation holistique d'aider les patientes mal desservies actuellement en traitement. Votre impact Votre don d'aujourd'hui soutient les programmes du MTAC qui bénéficient directement aux femmes qui suivent un traitement contre le cancer du sein, y compris une thérapie par calotte froide, des perruques personnalisées, des programmes de santé, des ateliers d'éducation et de plaidoyer et un soutien financier pour les femmes défavorisées. Donation FAQ MTAC est-il une organisation à but non lucratif ? Les dons sont-ils déductibles des impôts ? Comment obtenir un reçu fiscal ? Puis-je poster mon don ? Comment puis-je arrêter ou modifier mon don récurrent ?

Aidez-nous à donner à chaque femme qui lutte contre le cancer du sein une chance égale de vivre. De nombreuses femmes qui luttent contre le cancer du sein ont du mal à subvenir à leurs besoins fondamentaux. Votre soutien les aide à se concentrer sur la lutte contre le cancer. À propos de votre don Notre défi Des obstacles tels que l'inégalité d'accès aux ressources et à l'éducation dans la lutte contre le cancer du sein empêchent les femmes d'accéder au soutien qu'elles méritent. Le MTAC s'efforce de donner à chaque femme les moyens de combattre le cancer du sein avec dignité - et nous avons besoin de votre aide . Notre approche Bien qu'une partie de notre financement soit accordée à la recherche nécessaire pour éradiquer le cancer du sein, le MTAC est unique dans sa orientation holistique d'aider les patientes mal desservies actuellement en traitement. Votre impact Votre don d'aujourd'hui soutient les programmes du MTAC qui bénéficient directement aux femmes qui suivent un traitement contre le cancer du sein , y compris une thérapie par calotte froide, des perruques personnalisées, des programmes de santé, des ateliers d'éducation et de plaidoyer et un soutien financier pour les femmes défavorisées. Donation FAQ MTAC est-il une organisation à but non lucratif ? Les dons sont-ils déductibles des impôts ? Comment obtenir un reçu fiscal ? Puis-je poster mon don ? Comment puis-je arrêter ou modifier mon don récurrent ?

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