Recognizing #NationalVolunteerWeek, with sincere thanks to #CCTG members, volunteers and supporters - a message from CCTG Chair Dr. Janet Dancey #NVW2026
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#CCTG welcomes the 2026 #VISION Investigator Leadership Training Program participants. This new education and mentorship course is designed to enhance the leadership skills of the next generation of clinical trialists. buff.ly/1QZZTU7

Canadian Cancer Trials Group Career Opportunities - three new roles with our team! Senior Systems and Information Security Lead, Audit and Monitoring Group (AMG) Team Leader Finance and Lead Officer. Find out more > buff.ly/M0pu8RP

If you are coming to #CCTG2026 don't the miss: A Night of Music, Community, and Hope! CCTG Saturday Night! Join us on Saturday April 25th at 9pm at the Walrus Pub for a night filled with laughter, camaraderie, and live music performed by your colleagues from across Canada. buff.ly/OtInB32

CCTG is pleased to announce the agenda for the #CCTG2026 Spring Meeting Plenary Session | Friday April 24 4:30 - 5:30 | high lighting this years important CCTG clinical trials. buff.ly/3PhK8y8

Mark your calendars!
Dr. Rebecca Auer is our guest speaker this year at the Maria Ricci Memorial Lectureship In Oncology titled "Research and the Courage to Hope". The lectureship will be at the CCTG Spring Meeting, Saturday April 25, 5:00 pm.
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Join us on Apr 30th for the next @sinclaircri.bsky.social seminar in our Careers in Motion series featuring Dr John Queenan of our CCT division @cctg.bsky.social, hosted by our CBG division's Dr Lois Mulligan @mulliganlab.bsky.social. Everyone is welcome! #CancerResearch #ClinicalEpidemiology

#CCTG SC32S survey study opens in Canada, collecting sociodemographic data from clinical trial participants to understand the feasibility of using a survey to gather information about trial participants’ backgrounds and everyday lives. buff.ly/TpK7veq

March is #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth & it is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in Canada. Research is so important because when caught early #colorectalcancer is 90% curable. #Colorectal

The #CCTG Annual Spring Meeting is only 6 weeks away! Don't forget that the request an invitation portal closes April 7 and online registration closes April 9. All meeting information is available on the Spring Meeting webpage buff.ly/3Mkm0Gw

#CCTG opens the SC30 study investigating the role of immunoglobulin and antibiotics on infections in patients with blood cancers. Researchers will compare different approaches to preventing infections in people with blood cancers with low antibody levels. buff.ly/vNmoyLl

#CCTG IND Program has launched the Early Clinical Trials Educational Series - Session 2 an Interactive Workshop on Design and Execution of Phase I Trials is coming March 20! JOIN US: buff.ly/Wm4IjV1

I-EDIAA in Health Sciences Research Symposium 2026 Join us at the TMED I-EDIAA Symposium for a day of insightful discussions and networking in the field of health research and I-EDIAA!

A day of insightful discussions & networking in the field of #healthresearch and I-EDIAA. Anna Johnson, EDIIA Lead at @sinclaircri.bsky.social CCT division @cctg.bsky.social and SCRI PEN member is one of this year's speakers! More info & registration ⬇️
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CCTG Recognition Awards Nominations 2026 | Canadian Cancer Trials Group The Canadian Cancer Trials Group is seeking nominations for the 2026 Recognition Awards honouring individuals who have contributed significantly to the mission and activities of the Group.

CCTG Recognition Awards Nominations 2026 are due by March 2nd honouring individuals who have contributed significantly to the mission and activities of the Group. Don't miss out!
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Effects of a structured exercise program on motivational outcomes in patients with Colon cancer AbstractBackground. CHALLENGE was the first phase 3 trial to examine the effects of exercise on cancer-related survival and, therefore, required a substant

Our team report the SEP intervention in the #CHALLENGETrial successfully targeted the social cognitive beliefs associated with sustained moderate-vigorous #PhysicalActivity #CRCSM #SuppOnc #SurvOnc
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The #CCTG CO.21 trial results proved that an exercise program after surgery and chemotherapy, reduces the risk of recurrent or new cancer and improves survival, allowing patients to live longer and better lives.

@cancersociety.bsky.social -funded research is changing how people with #cancer are treated worldwide. We’re proud to see @myesmo.bsky.social #ClinicalPracticeGuideline update recommending structured exercise for people with #ColonCancer.

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This is fantastic news for patients the #CCTG CO.21 trial results have set the standard for non-medical interventions and proves the benefits of a structured exercise program as part of a follow up care.

Today is #WorldCancerDay and #CCTG supports our 2,100 network researchers across Canada conducting the #ClinicalTrials that have a direct impact on improving treatment option for cancer patients @WorldCancerDay #CancerResearch

VISION | Investigator Leadership Training | Canadian Cancer Trials Group The CCTG VISION - Investigator Leadership Training Program is a new education and mentorship course designed to enhance the leadership skills of the next generation of clinical trialists. The program…

Only a few days left to get your application in as the deadline is approaching for the #CCTG VISION investigator leadership mentoring and training program. www.ctg.queensu.ca/public/visio...

Calling Canadian #ClinicalTrials investigators! You may be eligible for @cctg.bsky.social’s VISION Investigator Leadership Training. This 8-month program includes workshops, group discussions and personalized coaching.

Applications due January 30.

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Apply now for the #CCTG #VISION leadership mentoring and training program, providing investigators the opportunity to enhance their leadership skills through interactive, expert-facilitated workshops. Find out how to apply > buff.ly/qEhoFIW

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month - A reminder cervical cancer is preventable and why regular screening is so important, combined with HPV vaccination, cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers in Canada. #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth.

The results of the BR.31 global phase III study, testing adjuvant durvalumab in patients with completely resected non–small cell lung cancer and led by #CCTG, were published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. buff.ly/JDYY7h2

CCTG year in review: 2025 accomplishments and 2026 strategic priorities | Canadian Cancer Trials Group 2025 was marked by scientific excellence, operational achievement, and renewed national and international recognition of the Canadian Cancer Trials Group’s leadership in academically driven cancer…

#CCTG year in review, Dr Janet Dancey reflects on the groups 2025 accomplishments and 2026 strategic priorities noting the continued scientific excellence, operational achievement, and renewed national and international recognition of the Canadian Cancer Trials Group.

New Investigator Cancer Trials Practicum | Canadian Cancer Trials Group Applications are now open and the deadline is January 9, 2026

Please remember that the CCTG Practicum application deadline is January 9th.
This unique program and the first of its kind in Canada enables the best and brightest new Canadian oncology researchers to acquire training and experience in cancer clinical trial conduct.
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Applications are now being accepted for the #CCTG 2026-2027 New Investigator Cancer Trials Practicum - a training program that enables the best and brightest new Canadian oncology researchers to acquire training and experience in cancer clinical trial conduct. Find how to apply: buff.ly/pVU9ts3

The Challenge Trial: How a world-first clinical trial shows exercise improves colon cancer survival. Funded by the Canadian Cancer Society, a groundbreaking clinical trial has proven that physical activity can improve survival for colon cancer. The findings of the CCTG CO21 Challenge clinical trial…

Sharing a Canadian Cancer Society video featuring the CO21 CHALLENGE clinical trial that proved exercise improves colon cancer survival #TrialsThatMatter @cancersociety.bsky.social

Tissue Bank Holiday Season Shipment Notice and Central Office closure information | Canadian Cancer Trials Group CCTG Central Office 2025/2026 Holiday hours and closures December 24 – limited coverage 9am - 12pm ESTDecember 25 and 26 – office is closedDecember 29 and 30 - limited coverage 9am – 5pm ESTDecember…

Happy Holidays from everyone at CCTG.

Mark your Calendars! #CCTG is pleased to announce that the 2026 Annual Spring Meeting of Participants will be held April 24-26, 2026, at the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto. buff.ly/i4nddE9