The CURE Foundation's Financial Assistance Program

CURE’s Financial Assistance Program helps alleviate the financial burden faced by breast cancer patients during treatment.



Breast cancer is enough. Debt shouldn’t be part of the diagnosis.

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Program Overview

Breast cancer patients may qualify for a one-time grant to help ease the financial burden of their diagnosis.   Grants are awarded based on specific eligibility criteria and the availability of funds.

  • AM I ELIGIBLE?

    The applicant must be:


    • Recently diagnosed with breast cancer. 
    • Priority is given to those in active treatment* or 6 months post-treatment.
    • A Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

    Active treatment: For the purpose of this application, this refers to surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.

  • WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED?

    Click here to download the application


    The application MUST be signed by the applicant and their health care professional 


    IMPORTANT: Health care professional’s contact information should be clearly written and include  a phone number and an email address. To avoid delays in the application process, we strongly recommend that you select a readily contactable health care professional (preferably a social worker or nurse). NOTE: Your application will not be processed without a confirmation from a health care professional




    A letter of intent*. It should: 

    1. Explain your need for financial assistance
    2. Address the financial impact your diagnosis has had on you (and your family, if applicable)
    3. Identify precisely how these funds would be used 

    A copy of your Notice of Assessment from the last fiscal year. (all four pages)


    If applicable, include the following documents:

    • A copy of your spouse’s Notice of Assessment from the last fiscal year. (all four pages)
    • Copies of birth certificates for all children under the age of 18.
    • Only if on sick leave: Proof of employment income in the year prior to breast cancer diagnosis (e.g., last pay stub, recent proof of salary or disability insurance or employment insurance)

    *CURE Foundation also welcomes letters of support written by your health care professional in  addition to your letter of intent. Letters of support should be sent to us directly from your health care professional.

  • HOW DO I SUBMIT MY REQUEST?

    Steps to submitting an application


    Step 1: Confirm eligibility.

    Step 2: Download application.

    Step 3: Complete and email your application to infocure@curefoundation.com

    An email acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to you. 


    OR print and mail your completed application to:


    CURE Foundation

    ATTN: Financial Assistance Program

    1320 Graham Boulevard, Suite 110

    Mont-Royal, QC H3P 3C8

  • MORE USEFUL INFORMATION

    We make every effort to process all completed applications within 6 weeks of receipt. 


    NOTE: Your application will not be processed without a confirmation from a health care professional


    To reduce processing delays, please submit the completed application with all the required documents at the same time. Please do not submit applications more than once as duplicate applications will increase processing time.


    Funds may be used at the discretion of the applicant. 


    Funding payments may only be made directly to the applicant.

Trusted by Health Care Professionals

The CURE Foundation works alongside healthcare professionals across Canada to connect breast cancer patients with financial support.

In fact, 64.8% of applications were referred by hospital social workers.

 Ashwini Dake, MSW, BSW, RSW

Oncology Social Worker, Cross Cancer Institute, AB

Psychosocial and Spiritual Resources

"I would recommend CURE's  financial assistance program to other breast cancer patients. Working in psychosocial oncology, we see patients facing financial hardships all the time. I would recommend this financial assistance program as this grant can help alleviate some of these financial burdens. The grant addresses practical needs, such as covering transportation costs, medication expenses, or other immediate financial challenges.... "

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Patient Stories

Every breast cancer journey is different. No one should face it alone.

" When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, my life changed in an instant. Hearing the words, "You have breast cancer," was overwhelming. I felt scared, uncertain, and worried—not only for myself but also for my family. My mind was filled with questions about my treatment, my future, and how we would manage the emotional and financial challenges that lay ahead.. "

Ready to Apply?

Download the application to review eligibility requirements, required documents, and application instructions.

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Need help with your application?

The CURE Foundation team is here to help, answer your questions, and provide support throughout the application process.