How community, compassion and connection supported almost 1000 individuals in 2025

Everyone living with cancer deserves a welcoming, supportive and inclusive community to rely on throughout their unique emotional journey.

Because of donors like you, that belief became a reality for 990 individuals at Gilda’s Toronto in 2025.

Behind that number are real people—Nicole, Haein, Nolan, Michael, Gavin and Brooke—each navigating the uncertainty, fear and grief that can come with a cancer diagnosis. Each story is different. Each journey is deeply personal. And yet, all of them found something profoundly important at Gilda’s Toronto: connection, understanding and a sense of belonging.

Through your generosity, they accessed personalized emotional, social, mental and practical support. They found spaces where they could speak openly, be heard fully and feel less alone. Your compassion has shaped their stories. And for that, we are deeply grateful.

Read the full 2025 Impact Report to discover more stories of connection, resilience and belonging—and the impact you made possible.

A Community That Changes the Experience of Cancer

Cancer is complex. But support should be simple.

At Gilda’s Toronto, we believe no one should have to face cancer alone. For 25 years, we’ve been building a community where people from all walks of life can come together to find relief, reassurance and togetherness—at no cost.

Our approach is rooted in understanding the whole person, not just the diagnosis. We provide evidence-based emotional and mental health support, delivered by professionals, and tailored to each individual’s needs. From the moment someone walks through our doors, we focus on what matters most to them—helping them move from isolation to connection, from overwhelm to a greater sense of control.

This includes not only those living with cancer, but also their families, caregivers, and young people navigating the impact of a loved one’s diagnosis. Our commitment to youth programming remains a vital part of how we support the entire community.

Because emotional support—so often overlooked in cancer care—can mean the difference between dread and hope.

Your Impact in Action

In 2025, your support made it possible for hundreds of individuals and families to access personalized programming designed to meet their evolving needs.

You helped create a space where diversity is embraced, where every story matters, and where people can show up exactly as they are.

You helped build a community where:

• Loneliness is replaced with belonging.
• Fear is met with understanding.
• And no one has to navigate cancer on their own

This is the impact of compassion in action.

Looking Ahead: A Shared Vision

As we celebrate 25 years of Gilda’s Toronto, we also look forward—with intention and hope.

Guided by Gilda Radner’s vision, we remain committed to creating a sustainable future where everyone living with cancer can access the emotional support they deserve. A future where diversity flourishes. A future where care extends beyond treatment to truly support the whole person.

Together, we can continue building a world where everyone can live—while living with cancer.

Thank you for being part of this community. Thank you for making this work possible.

Explore the full 2025 Impact Report to see how this community continues to grow—and how, together, we’re helping people live, while living with cancer.

If you feel inspired by what you’ve read, you can continue to make this support possible with
a donation to Gilda’s Toronto.