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Childhood cancer is a devastating diagnosis that affects both the child and the entire family.

POGO ensures that all children, youth with cancer, survivors of childhood cancer, and their families in Ontario are given equal access to state-of-the-art cancer care. At POGO (Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario) we give kids with cancer and their families the support they need – not just during the difficult time around therapy, but for years after – when they can face complications from the very treatments that saved their lives. Each year in Ontario, 400 children are diagnosed with cancer and about 4,000 families are currently going through active treatment or follow up care. Many of these families are accessing POGO’s financial assistance program for the unexpected out-of-pocket costs associated with a childhood cancer diagnosis. While 82% of children survive, many will face significant late effects from their disease and treatment. Survivors of brain tumours and other cancers may face learning challenges later in life. POGO counsellors across the province work with these young people to help them match their abilities with their aspirations and take the necessary steps to move on to college or university. POGO also maintains an aggressive research agenda through the POGO Research Unit (PRU). We are asking the types of questions that will benefit these young cancer patients, their families and survivors - in Ontario and around the world – today and well into the future. POGO is committed to putting equity at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of POGO’s mission is our commitment to work in collaboration across Ontario and beyond to ensure everyone affected by childhood cancer has access to the best care and support. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver on this mission, and that to achieve our vision of excellence requires an environment in which everyone feels welcomed and valued, including our team, and those we serve and with whom we work. We are taking action to:

- Have our organization reflect the diverse community we serve
- Empower people from all backgrounds to do their best work in support of our mission
- Reduce barriers to our programs and services
- Be a positive voice to address inequities in the broader childhood cancer system
- Educate ourselves on issues of systemic racism, diversity, equity and inclusion to help us be positive agents of change

01/16/2026

🌟 Celebrating Nursing Leadership and Innovation! 🌟
We’re proud to recognize the 2025 POGO Nursing Leadership Award recipient, Dr. Lindsay Jibb of The Hospital for Sick Children - SickKids, a trailblazer in pediatric oncology nursing and research.
Her work has redefined care through innovations like the PainSquad+ app for adolescent pain management, the EASE intervention for caregiver trauma, and pioneering home-based cancer care. Dr. Jibb’s research informs practice, influences policy, and empowers families—making a lasting impact.

👏 Thank you, Dr. Jibb, for your groundbreaking innovations that have contributed to advancing pediatric oncology nursing in Ontario and beyond.

Learn more about the POGO Awards here https://www.pogo.ca/about-us/newsroom/pogo-recognition-awards/

Nominations for 2026 will open in the Spring.

Pictured left to right: Rachel Hamilton, RN, The Hospital for Sick Children; Dr. Lindsay Jibb, 2025 POGO Nursing Leadership Award recipient; Lauren Ettin, POGO CEO.

01/14/2026

This February, step into “Riviera Reverie,” a dreamy soirée inspired by the golden age of coastal glamour. Get swept away by exquisite cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, live entertainment, and seaside sophistication—all while making a difference for children with cancer.

What: POGO PJ Party — Riviera Reverie
📅 When: Thursday, February 26, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Where: Steam Whistle Brewing, 255 Bremner Blvd., Toronto

👉 Last chance for early bird tickets. https://www.pogo.ca/how-you-can-help/pogo-pj-party/

01/13/2026

It’s that time of year again! The First Avenue Investment Counsel and EMBLEM Developments Internship Program applications are opening next week. Stay tuned!

01/12/2026

This holiday season, we were amazed by the generosity of friends like you. Inspired by Ryley’s Superman story, we raised over $35K to help children and youth with cancer.

Your contributions ensure that when the next family hears "your child has cancer," POGO will be there to provide care, guidance, and financial support every step of the way. You’re also helping fund vital research and empowering survivors to build meaningful, independent lives.

Though the holidays are behind us, the need continues. Together, we’ll keep standing by families every step of the way.

01/10/2026

🏆 Honouring a True Champion in Childhood Cancer Care! 🏆

The 2025 POGO Champion Award was presented last month to Dr. Lillian Sung, of The Hospital for Sick Children - SickKids, whose visionary leadership and groundbreaking research have transformed pediatric oncology worldwide.

From developing tools now used internationally to improve screening and symptom control to shaping POGO clinical practice guidelines, Dr. Sung’s impact is profound. With over 500 publications and decades of mentoring others, she has advanced equitable, evidence-based care for children and youth with cancer.

👏 Congratulations, Dr. Sung, for a career of seminal research, visionary leadership, and unwavering dedication that has improved childhood cancer care across Ontario and propelled progress worldwide.

Learn more about the POGO Awards here https://www.pogo.ca/about-us/newsroom/pogo-recognition-awards/

Nominations for 2026 will open in the Spring.

01/08/2026

Your First Escape of 2026 Awaits

If “travel more” made your resolutions list, we’ve got just the ticket. Join us for Riviera Reverie! This year’s POGO PJ Party promises a night of coast-side glamour, exquisite food, sparkling entertainment, and vintage Riviera vibes… all without leaving Toronto.

Start 2026 with something unforgettable. Early bird tickets are on now. Funds raised will help patients, survivors and their families get the vital support they need.

Grab your tickets here: https://www.pogo.ca/how-you-can-help/pogo-pj-party/

01/07/2026

Meet the Experts Behind Our BMT & Cellular Therapy Session!
Join us on Jan 20, 2026 (12–1:30 p.m. ET) for a dynamic virtual event that simplifies complex concepts and empowers healthcare professionals.

Lee-Anne Pires, RN, MSN, CPHON – Clinical Nurse Specialist, The Hospital for Sick Children - SickKids
Meagan DeJesus, RN – Clinical Program Coordinator, The Hospital for Sick Children - SickKids
Sarah Courtney, RN(EC), MN – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, The Hospital for Sick Children - SickKids

Why Attend?
✔ Understand BMT & cellular therapy principles
✔ Learn essential patient care strategies
✔ Explore emerging trends in hematology

Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uTKw7pnWQZyQekIHG_mUwQ

Don’t miss this chance to learn from top experts and elevate your practice!

01/06/2026

We’re so grateful to welcome back LIUNA Local 183 as a Cannes Sponsor at the POGO PJ Party: Riviera Reverie!

LiUNA’s ongoing support of POGO’s mission plays a meaningful role in supporting children and families affected by cancer.

Thank you, LiUNA, for your continued passion, generosity, and commitment.

12/31/2025

As we prepare to welcome a new year, we’re reflecting on the incredible strength of the children and families we serve and the generosity that makes their care possible.

Before he was even a week old, Ryley began treatment for stage 2 rhabdomyosarcoma. Today, he is two years old, cancer-free, and back to being a little boy who loves superheroes.

Your donation today helps families face childhood cancer with the care, guidance, and financial assistance they need.

There’s still time to make your year-end gift. A donation before midnight tonight will help provide the wraparound care that supports kids with cancer and their families every step of the way.

Make your year-end gift before midnight. Donate today: https://www.pogo.ca/ways-to-give/give-now/

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from the team at POGO!

12/22/2025

Be a superhero for kids with cancer this holiday season!

Every child with cancer faces challenges no family should face alone. That’s why POGO wraps care and support around families from diagnosis through treatment and beyond.

But we can’t do it without you. Your gift today helps provide the care and support that makes life a little easier for children with cancer and their families.

Help families get the support they need, every step of the way.
Donate now: https://www.pogo.ca/ways-to-give/give-now/

12/20/2025

🌟 Redefining AYA Cancer Care in Ontario! 🌟

A big shout out to the team of Dr. Alisha Kassam and the Southlake Health Adolescents and Young Adults Oncology (AYA) Program, recipients of a 2025 POGO Visionary Award!

By creating Ontario’s first dedicated AYA program in a community cancer centre, this team has set a provincial model for equitable, age-appropriate care—offering personalized support, peer connections, and hope to patients aged 18–43.

👏 The Visionary Award recognizes a single/specific achievement, such as this team’s commitment to equitable, age-appropriate cancer care for adolescents and young adults in Ontario that has inspired system-wide change.

Learn more about the POGO Awards here https://www.pogo.ca/about-us/newsroom/pogo-recognition-awards/
Nominations for 2026 will open in the spring.

Pictured left to right: Dr. Charmaine van Schaik, Vice-Chair, POGO Board of Directors; Dr. Alisha Kassam, Southlake AYA Oncology Program, recipient of a 2025 POGO Visionary Award (team); Lauren Ettin, CEO, POGO.

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480 University Avenue Suite 1014
Toronto, ON
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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+14165921232

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http://www.pogo.ca/

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