Breast Cancer Action Sensibilisation Au Cancer Du Sein

BCA Ottawa is a grass roots organization, run by a volunteer Board of Directors, with 2 staff people. Our goal is to be the 911 to those, regardless of gendre, who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. We offer peer support, gifted post surgical camisoles; and a Health and Wellness Program that focusses on those facing pre and post surgical challenges. We receive no government funding and rely on fundraising events and donations to make ends meet. This continues to be an ongoing struggle, but we have survived for 25 years now and march on, successfully supporting our membership and those diagnosed with this disease. The following provides more information about who we are and what we do.... read more BCA Ottawa is a grass roots organization, run by a volunteer Board of Directors, with 2 staff people. Our goal is to be the 911 to those, regardless of gendre, who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. We offer peer support, gifted post surgical camisoles; and a Health and Wellness Program that focusses on those facing pre and post surgical challenges. We receive no government funding and rely on fundraising events and donations to make ends meet. This continues to be an ongoing struggle, but we have survived for 25 years now and march on, successfully supporting our membership and those diagnosed with this disease. The following provides more information about who we are and what we do. Our Mission Breast Cancer Action Ottawa is a local, community-based, organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for breast cancer patients and survivors through practical help, emotional support and education. Our Mandate To develop and maintain programs to raise public awareness of breast cancer and to educate and support those affected by breast cancer. To offer a post-diagnosis support and resource centre to serve women, men and their families living with breast cancer in the national capital region. To contribute to the ongoing exchange of information with other like-minded local, regional, provincial, national and international organizations. Our Values Commitment. We pride ourselves as a compassionate and dedicated hug of support and information for those living with a breast cancer diagnosis. As a not for profit organization we ensure that our organization is maximizing our costs and resources to provide the best service possible for our community and as a resource for our members. Inclusion. We implement broad-based decision-making practices that best reflect the needs and expectations of our members, stakeholders and community. Diversity. We respect and value differences among our membership and stakeholders, and believe diverse perspectives can be advantageous. Transparency. We promote openness regarding our vision, mission and mandate. Integrity. We are committed to providing our members, stakeholders and the community with information, care and support to the best of our abilities with a high standard of ethics. Effectiveness. As an organization often faced with difficult choices based on limited resources, we strive to achieve maximum results with what resources are available. Our Statement of Principles As an organization, we have established specific Standards of Accountability & Principles of Good Practice. In addition, we strive for: Mission Fulfillment by strengthening the organization in order to meet the changing needs and growing expectations of our audience. Effective Stewardship by maintaining effective governance and management and by generating and managing resources in a wise and responsible manner. Quality by achieving excellence in all aspects of the organization and by evaluating the total organization and its outcomes on a regular basis. Leadership. by adopting and promoting inclusiveness and diversity through services, programs, initiatives, activities and by pro-actively educating the public.