Kids with Cancer Society

We make sure no family
faces childhood
cancer alone

When childhood cancer hits, a family’s world shrinks to hospital rooms, medical jargon, and overwhelming uncertainty. The Kids with Cancer Society steps in to provide wraparound care, addressing the financial, emotional, and practical realities of a diagnosis. We wrap our arms around the entire family from diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, or bereavement.

All programs & services provided free of charge because of our donors.

Our Pillars of Support

We provide free programs designed to meet families at their hardest moment, turning isolation into community and fear into shared strength.

Financial Support

Easing sudden burdens through emergency funding relief, daily living assistance, and hospital parking passes.

Emotional & Mental Health

Free professional counselling for children, parents, and siblings, alongside peer-led support networks.

Practical Support

Providing a “home-away-from-home” at KWCS House and Papa Ken's House, plus direct bedside support like our Newly Diagnosed Backpacks.

Educational Support

Helping kids reach their full potential through specialized academic scaffolding, Post-Secondary Bursaries, and classroom integration programs like BrainWorks.

Our Impact on Families Facing Cancer

From diagnosis to survivorship, this is what it looks like when a community shows up.

9,000+
Family members access KWCS services for vital support, camps, and care
100%
Community-funded programs, ensuring every service and snack is provided at zero cost
271
Nights of comfort provided to out-of-town families staying at Papa Ken's House
2,000+
Hours of volunteering behind our programs and events

We’re so glad
you’re here.

To see your child smile, to know that you're not alone — that there are so many people who share and care — is not only heart-warming but unbelievably overwhelming.

Kayla's Family · Supported by KWCS

Help Support Families Facing Childhood Cancer in Alberta

There are many ways to stand with our families. Find yours.

Become a Donor

Support families caught in a storm through individual, steady monthly, or legacy endowment giving.

Become a KWCS Champion

Lend your unique voice, networks, and authenticity to help more families find us. Public sign-ups open soon!

Volunteer Your Time

Help host magical memories at our family programs and support fundraising initiatives.

Host a Community Fundraiser

Turn a neighbourhood car wash, school initiative, or corporate challenge into critical funding for our core programs.

Upcoming Signature & Flagship Events

Join our vibrant community traditions that make our no-cost programming possible.

Our Trusted Partners & Donors

The organizations that power our mission.

Proudly supported by the Dave Lede Family Charitable Foundation, the Alberta Lottery Fund, the Ralph Hole Jr. Memorial Fund, Qualico, and the Edmonton Civic Employees Charitable Assistance Fund (ECECAF).

Connect With Us

Have questions about getting support, volunteering, or pitching a corporate partnership? We are here for you every step of the way.

General Inquiries info@kidswithcancer.ca
Phone 780-496-2459
Main Facility 11135 84 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T6G 0V9