September Prostate Cancer Awareness Month – Light up in blue

 

Light Up in Blue for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Date: September 2026

Location:Canadian landmarks, buildings and homes near you!

Help us shine a light on prostate cancer. Light Up in Blue is an annual awareness campaign held every September in which landmarks and buildings across Canada light up in blue for prostate cancer awareness month.

• Check out the map of 2026 locations from BC Place to Niagara Falls to parliament buildings across Canada.

Visit a location near you and tag us in your photos! We'd love to see them! *New this year* - Join in the movement with your own free blue LED bulb to proudly light up your own neighbourhood (one per Canadian household; while supplies last).

MORE ABOUT THIS EVENT, PLEASE VISIT: https://lightupinblue.ca

卑詩各大地標為何9月將陸續轉為藍色 ？

2026年08月30日 20:22

【星島綜合報道】卑詩省多個地標將於9月陸續亮起藍色燈光，響應「前列腺癌關注月」（Prostate Cancer Awareness Month），為前列腺癌患者及其家屬送上支持，同時提高大眾對疾病及早期檢測的認識。

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September Prostate Cancer Awareness Month – Seminar Series & Registration Links 前列腺癌宣傳月會議和研討會

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month; The PCFC have more meetings and seminars for you & family.

Also, we have two fundraising events: Golf and Pickleball. Please mark it on your calendar and register ASAP:

九月是前列腺癌宣傳月；我們為您和家人準備了更多會議和研討會。此外還有兩項募款活動：高爾夫球賽和匹克球賽。請在您的日曆上標記並儘快報名：

Sep. 1, 2026 - Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Four Pillars, One Mission 

Tue. 11 am - 1 pm, Zoom, Speakers from Prostate Cancer Foundation Canada

Free Registration Link: https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/C57iDuBhR3-3uBTNK3My3w

Sep. 4, 2026 - Moving from Kegels to HEgels: A New Approach to Men's Pelvic Health

Fri. 3-5 pm Zoom, Speaker: Christina Dzieduszycki, PT

Free Registration Link: https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oHg0KAqvQViVXdycphkJiw#/registration

Sep. 8, 2026 - Oncology Patient Support Programs

Tue. 3-4 pm Zoom, Speaker: Alan Birch, Director of Oncology at Sentrex Health. 

Free Registration Link: https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/FsMTkeNxTjanlbc4-tb5iQ#/registration

Sep. 9, 2026 - SIRvivor Fitness Program to Support Prostate Health Workshop - 55+

Wed. 10-11 am "Informative Session" at South Arm Community Centre, Williams Rd., Richmond 

Free registration; click here. Call 604-276-4300 or 604-238-8060. 

Sep. 10, 2026 - Monthly Meeting of Richmond Chinese Prostate Cancer Support Group 

Thu. 6:30-8 pm In-person & Zoom. See details on www.ChineseProstate.com

No registration needed. Chinese sharing regarding Prostate Diseases & Treatment

2026年9月10日 - 列治文華人前列腺癌互助小組每月會議 
週四晚間 6:30-8:00，現場及線上（Zoom）同步舉行。詳情請瀏覽 www.ChineseProstate.com
無需註冊。本次會議將以華語分享有關前列腺疾病及治療的知識。

Sep. 15, 2026 (Tue.) Pars For Prostate Golf Tournament - Presented By Initio

at GreenTee Country Club Westwood Plateau - Coquitlam

Registration link: https://www.parsforprostate.ca/

Volunteer wanted: Please email/call Nitasha Nair at nitasha@prostatecanada.ca or 604-834-7757

Sep. 18, 2026 - Navigating Bone Health During Prostate Cancer Treatment

Fri. 4-4:45 pm Zoom, Speaker: Dr Akshay Jain is a Clinical Endocrinologist and Medical Director for Research at Unity Healthcare in British Columbia.

Free Registration Link: https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/SfBkuZ2pQseAnQXFG9aVbw#/registration

Sep. 22, 2026 - A brief overview of the current treatment landscape for metastatic prostate cancer

Tue. 3-5 pm Zoom, Speakers: Dr Connor Wells (Medical Oncologist) and Gabriel Su (Registered Nurse) at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Calgary

Registration link: https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Vl83qwYFRXO5dU1DUWZJOQ

Sep. 24, 2026 - What's next in prostate cancer? Upcoming treatments and clinical trials for metastatic prostate cancer

Thu. 3-5 pm Zoom, Speaker: Dr John Wells, medical oncologist at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Calgary

Free Registration Link: https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VLyNP-WqSn-PFF9ufobAoA

Sep. 26, 2026 - 2nd Annual Prostate Cancer Symposium by PCSC

Sat. 8:30 am-2 pm at Paetzold Auditorium of VGH, 899 W 12 Ave, Vancouver

Registration: $35 in person, $20 virtually. See details https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1990527985789?aff=oddtdtcreator

Sep. 26 & 27 Paddle Battle For Prostate Cancer

Sat. & Sun. 1-6 pm, at Ipop Pickleball - Burnaby

Registration link: https://vancouver.thepaddlebattle.ca/

Sep. 28, 2026 - When Sex Changes: A Practical Guide to Intimacy and Sexual Recovery for Men and Their Partners; Before, during and after prostate cancer treatment

Mon. 4- 5 pm, Zoom, Speaker: Sexual health coach Kristen Anderson

Free Registration Link: https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/E_fKZP7uTMqm4L9aXeGrWw

To submit a question: https://forms.gle/pyKZropCyk7Zo7MT7

2026年9月30日 - 不同社區的前列腺癌：觀點、經驗與應對之路（匯集了來自亞裔、南亞裔和黑人社區的聲音，分享他們應對前列腺癌的經驗。）

Sep. 30, 2026 - Prostate Cancer Across Diverse Communities: Perspectives, Experiences & Navigating the Journey (brings together voices from Asian, South Asian, and Black communities to share their experiences of navigating prostate cancer.)

Wed. 3-5 pm Zoom, Speakers:  William Yung, Keith Berganza, and Tracy Reece

Free Registration Link: https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/gPaybX5oTgeJc3CVKQ5WOw

 

      

The Reef Knot Kit is rebranded as The Prostate Cancer Navigator Kit 將推出中文版

 

A New Direction For A Valuable Resource…

Since 2002, PCFC has provided free information kits to prostate cancer patients. This kit, known as the Reef Knot Kit, was named after the strongest knot one can tie when sailing (meant to signify strength and unity in otherwise trying times). The Reef Knot Kit contained information about nutrition, exercise, returning to work following prostatectomy, and outlined resources available to prostate cancer patients nationwide. The kit was typically available via ordering through our website, and would arrive either in a folder or bag containing booklets on the topics mentioned above. After consulting with patients, our team, board, and stakeholders, PCFC is happy to announce that the Reef Knot Kit is now being rebranded as The Prostate Cancer Navigator Kit:

The new PCFC Navigator Kit is primarily available as a digital resource online, though physical copies (pictured above) are available upon special request. Following with the times, the kit is now available as an online resource through QR codes, however physical copies are still available. Our physical copies now however have been condensed into a binder, which will serve to make things more organized and easier to access than traditional methods. To order a new Prostate Cancer Navigator Kit, please fill out a form on https://prostatecanada.ca/get-support/reef-knot-kits and a member of our PCFC team will send one over shortly!

Free ASPI eBook "The Pathway" - A patient-created, expert-reviewed guide to understanding Active Surveillance and navigating a low-grade prostate cancer diagnosis. 請下載中文版

 

Inside the Guide:

• A step-by-step overview of the Active Surveillance journey.
• Plain-language explanations of PSA, MRI, biopsy, confirmatory testing, and other common terms.
• Questions to help guide conversations with your doctor.
• Read the Pathway eBook

Prefer a printable copy? Download the PDF.

想要中文版？請下載PDF檔。

2026年4-7月「前列腺健康」華語實體講座與Zoom網上會議同時舉行 Apr-Jul, 2026 In-person & Zoom Meeting in Chinese Language

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 列治文前列腺癌支援網絡 

www.ChineseProstate.com    Contact: Daniel Leung 604-836-6423

We speak English, Mandarin & Cantonese   我們說英語，國語和粤語

We meet monthly on the second Thursday from 6:30-8:30pm in the Multipurpose Room 1, (1033) or Zoom

Seniors Centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living, 7191 Granville Avenue, Richmond, V6Y 1N9 

Upon arrival, please swipe your Facility Pass (annual fee: $36 for seniors 55+) at the front desk.

 每月第二個星期四下午6:30-8:30在「明納健康活動中心」的長者中心多用途活動室1 (1033)。每次請在前台刷您的會員證 (55歲以上長者年費$36)。

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89187020670?pwd=ZHgzd3Nyd0cxSkpkRTVxekY4NlVmdz09 

Meeting ID: 891 8702 0670   Passcode: 800035   No registration needed

(In case of the above Zoom meeting is out of order, please try this Google Meet link https://meet.google.com/gxa-gvtt-zap )

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April  9, 2026, Thursday - Roundtable sharing & questions

May 14, 2026, Thursday - Rehabilitation exercises and related services after prostate cancer treatment

June 11, 2026, Thursday - Active Surveillance, Estradiol Treatment Option (Androgen Deprivation Therapy - ADT)

July 9, 2026, Thursday - Common misunderstanding about prostate health, Latest developments in prostate cancer screening & treatment.

The videos to share:

You Don't Have to Face It Alone: Three Prostate Cancer Stories  (3 minutes)

https://youtu.be/IUTcA_LP8mc?si=ovbS3c0AnckSeDyc

Video library on the Prostate Cancer Foundation Canada website.

https://prostatecanada.ca/about-prostate-cancer/video-library

https://www.youtube.com/@ProstateCanada

2026年4月9日，星期四 - 圓桌分享及問答

2026年5月14日，星期四 - 前列腺癌治療後的復康運動和有關服務

2026年6月11日，星期四 - 主動監測和雌二醇治療方案(雄性激素剝奪療法)

2026年7月9日，星期四 - 前列腺健康的常見誤解、前列腺癌篩檢和治療的最新進展

以下是會議上和大家分享的影片:

關於前列腺健康的常見誤解 (3 分鐘) https://youtu.be/PH11BEJ3gUk?si=Zs9nCE_mrrVWst3H
早期前列腺癌大多沒有病徵 (2 分鐘) https://youtu.be/k2hNTNdlVWc?si=_QrgDnLn-VJkPLDN
PSA指數高也不一定有前列腺癌 (2 分鐘) https://youtu.be/bXEMi_PvmVk?si=1JruF8RtmQ1w_0FX
如何進行前列腺活檢 (1 分鐘) https://youtu.be/mz9zaPo-8LU?si=kgeIQuS5Mbqp341A
前列腺癌病的影像檢查 (48 分鐘) https://youtu.be/vse5SzO6jVQ?si=eQVuyHrSR180HEVY
即使確診前列腺癌都不必過度憂慮 (1 分鐘) https://youtu.be/LYArMQYBv4k?si=deKKQlaGLBuhO4TN
根治性切除手術 VS 放射治療 (3 分鐘) https://youtu.be/MaaCaL9kYmI?si=UxZl8mmSSIJSSmNp
前列腺癌的治療方法：機械臂手術 (4 分鐘) https://youtu.be/JmbMgtkqLx0?si=OGBLcazzrwF_a8sf
前列腺癌放射治療的最新發展 (2 分鐘) https://youtu.be/TnLk_qldvZY?si=8dO3-vB_pV6IelAn
前列腺疾病與前列腺癌的最新治療 (65 分鐘) https://youtu.be/XI7GWTCiO00?si=EDF4D1hON7uVBw8e
2026 前列腺癌最新三大治療「升呢」大解密！PSMA PET、SBRT、智能藥物組合全攻略 (20 分鐘) https://youtu.be/kn-VQQaEMoc?si=CDmsX8zwsLHuyxQE

前列腺癌手術 (2 分鐘) https://youtu.be/wNspSiXrKSs?si=hmFz9EZH8ERLxUa7

晚期前列腺癌的治療 (2 分鐘) https://youtu.be/x7-thloJQzU?si=_4sdThwzb6f2NF3x

The Whole Day Matters - Move More. Reduce Sedentary Time. Sleep Well.

Please visit the Canada’s first ever 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Adults offer clear direction on what a healthy 24 hours looks like for Canadian adults aged 18-64 years and 65 years or older. 

The guidelines are unique because they don’t just focus on a single movement behaviour, but instead look at how all these integrate together. This is the first time there are recommendations on various types of physical activity woven together with guidance on sedentary and sleep behaviours for these age groups.

For health benefits, adults aged 65 years or older should be 

physically active each day, minimize sedentary behaviour, and achieve sufficient sleep. 

https://csepguidelines.ca/guidelines/adults-65/

Butts In A Boat dragon boat team is recruiting new members! 前列腺癌龍舟隊「同舟共濟」正在招募新成員！

如果您被診斷出患有前列腺癌，那麼加入「同舟共濟」（Butts in a Boat）龍舟隊或許是您能為健康做的最好的事情。他們正在招募新成員！欲了解更多信息，請訪問他們的網站：https://www.buttsinaboat.ca/ 訓練將於2026年3月24日星期一晚上6點至8點在福溪（False Creek）恢復。該隊今年計劃參加六場龍舟賽：

IF YOU'VE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH PROSTATE CANCER, DRAGON BOATING WITH THE BUTTS IN A BOAT MAY JUST BE THE BEST THING YOU CAN DO FOR YOUR HEALTH.

They are recruiting new members now! For more information please visit their website https://www.buttsinaboat.ca/ Practice will be resumed on Monday, March 24, 2026 from 6-8 pm at False Creek. 

The team is scheduled for six regattas this year:

 Inlet – April 25 (200 m)

 Vessi – May 30 (500 m)

 Ottawa – June 19-21 (500 m)

 FCRC – August 22 (500 m)

 Penticton – September 12-13 (500 m)

 Oddball – September 26 (200 m; 2000 m)