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2013-2014 ANNUAL REPORT

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Heidi Hayes, 15, survivor of acute lymphoblastic leukemia,raises funds for and awareness about the Society’s research, information and support programs.

cancer is always going to be a part of my life. I choose to embrace that and do something positive with it. The canadian cancer society was there for me and my family. Now it is my turn to give back.”

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Executive summary

The Nova Scotia Division of the Canadian Cancer Society had a stellar year in 2013.

We’re truly excited to share this report with you because you are the reason last

year was such a success.

Because of your support, we were able to raise more money than ever before, a

staggering $10 million.

Because you told us to be good stewards of your donations, we spent less on

administration and we made sure that our fundraising costs were well below the

industry standard.

Because we know you wanted your gifts to support mission work, we directed

more money to our programs and services, research and advocacy efforts.

Specifically, we increased our contribution to cancer research because we know

that research will continue to unlock the mysteries of cancer, provide better

treatment options and help us determine how to prevent cancer.

Our accommodations program in Halifax at The Lodge That Gives and in Cape

Breton at Holy Redeemer Convent continued to provide a home-away-from-home

for cancer patients from across Nova Scotia.

Camp Goodtime was bursting with giggles and smiles for 73 children and

continues to be a source of inspiration for those of us who are blessed with the

opportunity to visit for a day.

As you read this report, we hope you are proud of what your support accomplished

in 2013. We worked extremely hard to meet your expectations and achieve results

that will service Nova Scotians well today, tomorrow and in the future.

We are humbled by the incredible generosity demonstrated by our supporters in 2013. You make our work possible and we offer our sincerest thank you.

Barbara Stead-Coyle CEO ,

Canadian Cancer Society

Nova Scotia Division

Jeff StockhausenChair, Board of Directors

Canadian Cancer Society

Nova Scotia Division

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John with his grandaughter, Nadia

The upcoming expansion will ensure The Lodge That Gives can continue to provide a home-away-from-home for Nova scotians traveling to Halifax for cancer treatment and appointments.

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”Marsha Sobey

DGoal: $15 million Raised to date: $14.5 million

Together, we are expanding our support

“Since the Daffodil Place Campaign was launched, Nova Scotians from communities, big and small,

have come together to change how cancer impacts the lives of their friends, family and loved ones.

I’m very thankful for all the support we have received. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know many

wonderful and courageous people from every corner of Nova Scotia who have stayed at The Lodge

That Gives. These people are all from different walks of life, but they have at least two experiences in

common: they are facing cancer and they can’t imagine going through their treatments without the

caring support of The Lodge.

Thanks to donors, The Lodge provides people

of all ages a warm and inviting place to stay

and essential supportive care programming.

It’s a remarkable facility and spending time

there has given me a true appreciation for

the difference it makes in the lives of our

neighbours fighting cancer.

The challenge is that most nights The Lodge

is full and some nights people have to be

turned away. That’s why this campaign is so

important. We have to ensure that more Nova

Scotians fighting cancer have the opportunity to

experience The Lodge and all of its benefits.

Thanks to our caring donors, an expansion will

soon be underway. I can’t wait to see the finished project, but I’m most excited about the impact this

improved facility will have on the lives of Nova Scotians. And we have you to thank for that.”

Marsha Sobey,

Daffodil Place Campaign Chair

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Daffodil Place Campaign

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“There is no other place like it, and anyone who has

visited Camp Goodtime will tell you the same thing.

Camp Goodtime is a truly special place where children,

who know the horrors of cancer all too well, can have fun

in a safe camp environment without feeling different.

I know this to be true, because I attended camp from

2002 to 2012.

As a Buddy Counsellor, I had the honour of spending a

week each summer with children who have experienced,

or are currently in treatment for cancer or brain tumours.

In 2013, 73 children swam in the lake, played silly games

and sang songs around a campfire – all simple summer

camp activities that they might have missed out on if not

for Camp Goodtime and its generous donors like Around

The Bend Foundation and Butterfly Ridge.

This past summer was particularly memorable for me,

because I was presented with a national Medal of Courage

from the Canadian Cancer Society during visitors day.

When I was presented with the medal, all the children

and my colleagues at camp surrounded me for a group

hug. It was the best feeling in the world.

Though I feel honoured to have been presented with this

award, going to camp and seeing the kids smile has always

been reward enough. Just being there is enough for me.

Volunteering at camp has had a huge impact on my life.

It’s made me very comfortable with my own cancer

journey, and in turn has provided me with an opportunity

to help other cancer patients. The most rewarding point

in the week is when you realize the kids have become

comfortable talking about cancer and it’s not something

they have to hide.”

Deirdre Leahy,Cancer patient and volunteer

Thank you to the compassionate Canadian Cancer Society

donors who have made this experience possible.

Camp Goodtime

Camp Week: August 18-23 Campers: 73 Counselors: 20 Buddies: 6 + Buddy Coordinator Medical staff: 4 nurses Smiles: Countless

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Around The Bend Foundation The canadian cancer society Nova scotia Division is pleased to recognize around The Bend foundation as its official supporter of camp Goodtime. for more than a decade, around The Bend foundation has generously supported camp Goodtime, so that children living with cancer can recapture hope and a love of life in a camp environment designed specifically for them. Thank you around The Bend for your compassion, generosity and community leadership.

Together, we are providing fun when it is needed most

camp Goodtime is a truly special place where children, who know the horrors of cancer all too well, can have fun in a safe camp environment without feeling different.

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”Deirdre Leahy

People are surviving longer and treatments are more effective.

“ ”Jonathan Schrader

People are surviving longer and treatments are more effective.

r$1,372,396 towards funding research projects nationwide Five research projects funded right here in Nova Scotia 10 clinical trials conducted with 30 patients

Together, we are funding leading-edge research

“When the Canadian Cancer Society released its National Statistics Report in 2013, the information was

alarming. It indicated that the number of new cancer cases is still on the rise. The Society has been

fighting the good fight for more than 75 years, so why are people still being diagnosed with cancer, or

worse, dying from this terrible disease?

The truth is by working together with the Canadian Cancer Society, we’ve made a huge impact over the

years. In fact, today more than 60% of Canadians diagnosed with cancer will survive at least 5 years

after their diagnosis. In the 1940s, survival was 25%.

The problem is there are more than 200 different types of cancer. There is no silver bullet cure that will

end cancer for good; instead there will be many.

That’s why more research is needed, on all types of cancer. And, that’s why I believe the Society is our

best bet in the fight against cancer. Did you know that thanks to generous donors, like you, they are

the largest national not-for-profit funder of cancer research in Canada?

Through the Canadian Cancer Society Research Institute, together we are funding leading-edge research

across the country. And this year alone, the Society’s Nova Scotia Division contributed $1,372,396.

I’m personally thankful to the Society for connecting my GIVETOLIVE team with a research group led by

Dr. Ryan Rhodes at the University of Victoria, so that our organization can fund an innovative study that

is investigating the impacts of physical activity on cancer prevention.

So while the statistics can be alarming, there is hope. People are surviving longer, treatments are more

effective and as more research, including prevention research, takes place fewer Nova Scotians will be

diagnosed in the first place.”

Jonathan Schrader,

Cancer survivor and fundraiser

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Research

The impact of combined histamine receptor (H1 and H2) blockade and local histamine release on tumour metastasis

Dr. Jean Marshall at Dalhousie University

The majority of cancer deaths are due to metastatic cancer spread. Limiting or preventing cancer

from spreading is a major goal in those diagnosed with early stage cancer. Dr. Marshall’s study is

investigating a new approach to preventing cancer from spreading through local histamine release. The

research will also determine if histamine receptor blocking drugs that are commonly used by many

cancer patients could have an unwanted side effect of reducing effective immunity against tumours.

Through both of these approaches Dr. Marshall aims to reduce the burden of metastatic disease.

Ras oncogene as a mediator of three dimensional tumour growth

Dr. Kirill Rosen at Dalhousie University

The cells lining many human organs (epithelial cells) form a single layer, and any cells that become

detached from this layer stop growing. Most tumours are composed of those epithelial cells that have

become cancerous and which now have to grow outside of the epithelial layer in order to be able to

spread throughout the body. Dr. Rosen expects to understand the mechanisms allowing cancer cells to

grow outside of the epithelial layer. Suppression of these mechanisms can be anticipated to block the

growth of these cells outside of their original location and thus stop or slow down the progression of

the disease. If successful, this work could give rise to a new type of cancer therapy based on preventing

the spread of cancer cells throughout the body.

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Research in Nova Scotia

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cancer risk and drinking water quality

Dr. Louise Parker at Dalhousie University

Arsenic is a known contributor to the development of bladder and kidney cancer, yet is commonly found

in Nova Scotian well water due to our province’s geology. By comparing data on Nova Scotia’s cancer rates

and arsenic exposure in drinking water, Dr. Parker hopes to give policy-makers more accurate information

about the actual risk of cancer development due to arsenic in well water. Dr. Parker is the Endowed Chair in

Population Cancer Research for the Nova Scotia Division.

cancer Research Training Program

Alison Knuckle, PhD student at Dalhousie University

Myricetin is a dietary phytochemical that is found in red wine and green tea but is also found in a variety

of fruits and vegetables. Myricetin slows down cancer cell growth and is able to kill several types of cancer

cells but does not harm normal cells. However, the way that myricetin targets cancer cells, stops growth

and causes cancer cell death is unknown. The goal of this project is to determine the way(s) by which

myricetin causes cancer cell death. This project is also looking at whether myricetin reduces iron availability

to mammary carcinoma cells and thereby causes the cancer cells to stop growing and die.

cancer Research Training Program Dale Corkery, PhD student at Dalhousie University

Breast cancer is the most common cancer found in women, yet even with early diagnosis and treatment

about 10-15% of patients will relapse with the disease. When the cancer returns, the cancer cells are often

drug-resistant, which limits treatment options. Therefore, drug resistance is a major hurdle in curing breast

cancer. Through this research project, Dale investigated the role protein PRP4K plays in the development

of drug resistance in breast cancer. This project aims to determine how PRP4K regulates drug resistance,

and to validate PRP4K as a biological marker that can identify patients with breast tumours that will likely

respond to paclitaxel therapy. Finally, the knowledge gained from this project will create a foundation for the

development of new therapies that target paclitaxel-resistant breast cancer.

“I teamed up with the Canadian Cancer Society in 2013

to help clear the air for Nova Scotians, because more

than 1,700 people die each year from smoking-related

illnesses. Sadly, 200 more die from being exposed to

second-hand smoke.

Working together, we encouraged a number of

communities to make their outdoor public spaces

smoke-free. The ground-swell of support we received

proved to us that we were tackling an issue that was

important to community members of all ages.

Students from Hantsport School helped advocate for a

Smoke-Free Outdoor Spaces by-law in their community by

creating posters, which were presented to town council.

The project was lead by teachers Jen Brothers and Marie

Doucette with Grade 3,4 and 7 students, who jumped at

the chance to have their say.

I’m pleased to say that in 2013, Hantsport, Truro and

Oxford joined the growing list of communities that are

taking steps to protect their residents from exposure

to second-hand smoke in areas such as playgrounds,

walking trails and sports fields.

But this was not the only success the Society got to

celebrate in 2013. They also successfully brought

government’s attention to problems with the Boarding,

Transportation and Ostomy (BTO) Program.

This government-developed and managed program was

designed to help alleviate some of the financial burden

cancer patients experience due to necessary travel,

accommodations and supplies. However, to qualify people

need to have a gross annual family income no greater than

$15,720 – an amount that has not been adjusted since 1994.

When an election was called in 2013, the Society asked

Nova Scotians to sign a Letter of Support encouraging

government to increase the income threshold.

Government’s response was very positive, and we are

confident that the program’s threshold will be adjusted to

ensure more Nova Scotians have access to this program.

Thank you to each and every volunteer and supporter,

who helped the Society advocate for the health and well-

being of all Nova Scotians in 2013.”

Sheila Levy,

Co-Chair, Smoke Free Kings and advocate

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AdvocacyASmoke-Free Outdoor Spaces by-laws adopted: 3 Signatures on BTO Letter of Support: 600 Nova Scotians impacted: All

Together, we are advocating for health

I teamed up with the canadian cancer society in 2013 to help clear the air for Nova scotians.

“ ”Sheila Levy

as the aunt of a beautiful young girl who was diagnosed with Leukemia, I know the impact cancer has on the lives of loved ones.

“ ”Lydia Bugden

CBuilding relationships with new audiences helps us empower more Nova Scotians in the fight against cancer.

Together, we are engaging more Nova scotians

“As premier sponsor of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce Annual Fall Dinner, Stewart McKelvey invited

the Canadian Cancer Society to share the evening with us and tell the stories of cancer. The Faces of

Cancer campaign, which we were pleased to fund for the Society, showcased prominent business

people in the community who have been touched by cancer and highlighted their roles in the ongoing

fight. Local photographer James Ingram shot poignant black and white, larger-than-life portraits of

cancer survivors, their loved ones and volunteers.

We recognize that business has an important role to play in giving back to causes that matter, that

touch our colleagues, our friends, our families and our communities. We all have personal stories,

we all have been touched by cancer, and we all want to be part of the solution.

Marsha Sobey, Chair of the Daffodil Place Campaign, addressed the Chamber Dinner audience and

spoke about the value of philanthropy. The message was loud and clear — if we all become a part of

the bigger story we can change the face of cancer forever.”

Lydia Bugden,

Regional Managing Partner, Stewart McKelvey, Halifax and Society supporter

The next generation of philanthropists Citadel High students and the Canadian Cancer Society teamed up in 2013 to encourage youth

engagement, provide youth with a voice to fight back, and instill lifelong community engagement. The

program is being piloted at Citadel High with the hope that other high schools throughout the province

will be inspired to get involved in the future.

Nova Scotians show pride in their health Research shows that the LGBT community is less likely to get regular screenings for cancer, so the

Society participated in the 2013 Halifax Pride Celebrations last summer to encourage cancer prevention

and screening.

Small but mighty When an entire region in Nova Scotia unites to help the Society fight cancer, we know great feats can

be accomplished. Such is the case with Pictou County. Whether it’s hosting a golf tournament or raising

funds through the sale of geraniums to expand the Lodge That Gives, our friends and partners in Pictou

County consistently demonstrate their desire to change cancer forever.

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Community partnerships

SCamp Goodtime: 73 campers Cancer Information Service: 1,156 clients Cape Breton Accommodations program: 50 guests CancerConnection: 103 clients Smokers’ Helpline: 891 (phone) and 332 (online) The Lodge That Gives: 1,407 guests

Support programs and services

Together, we’re providing support

“There have been major advances in research, treatments are more effective and people are recovering

faster. But while we’re working on changing cancer forever, Nova Scotians facing this life-altering

disease need supportive and compassionate care and services right now.

I’m pleased to say the programs and services offered by the Canadian Cancer Society are developed

and offered in direct response to community need.

Together, we help people quit smoking; provide cancer patients with information and support;

supply wigs and prosthetics; provide accommodations during treatment; offer peer-support when it

is needed most; send children to summer camp; and, so much more.

The shear number of people accessing these donor-funded programs is a clear indication of the

tremendous need that exists in our province. Take for example The Lodge That Gives — most nights it’s

full and sometimes people have to be turned away.

As a cancer survivor, myself, I can tell you that these services can make all the difference in a patient

or caregivers life. When I was first diagnosed, I was overwhelmed. The Canadian Cancer Society helped

me in many ways. And through support groups, I was able to talk to other people who were on similar

journeys. It reminded me that I didn’t have to fight cancer alone, and instilled in me a desire to give back.

Now I’m helping cancer patients through CancerConnection, a program that matches patients with

trained volunteers who’ve walked in their shoes. In 2013, 103 Nova Scotians were matched through

this program.

Unfortunately, our aging population in Nova Scotia is resulting in more and more cancer diagnosis’,

meaning the Society’s support programs and services are needed more than ever. The good news is

thanks to compassionate volunteers and donors, the Society is prepared to meet this challenge.”

Robert Ganong,

Cancer survivor and volunteer

The canadian cancer society helped me make sense of it all.“ ”Robert Ganong

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We’re on a mission to change cancer forever, and we will not be discouraged.

“ ”David Hoffman

2013 Dream Team membersBrian Lowe, Co-Founder & Director, First Angel Network Association

David Hoffman, Co-CEO Bragg Group

Danny Gallivan, CEO & Senior Partner of Cox & Palmer

David Wood, CFO, Municipal Group of Companies

Ian Penny, VP Commercial Banking, Atlantic, CIBC

Paul Greeley, Partner, Tax, Deloitte

Cyril Lunney, Co-Host & Producer, CTV Morning Live

Mike Anaka, Managing Partner, Atlantic Region, PricewaterhouseCoopers

Robert Dean, Partner, WBLI

r$2,201,421 raised 791 teams 25 Relays 7,792 participants 2,153 survivors 24,887 luminaries

Together, we are raising funds to save lives

“Like so many Nova Scotians, I’ve lost family members, close friends and acquaintances to cancer. Last

year, I decided it was time to do something about it.

I’m a strong believer in the ability of research to conquer the disease of cancer, and research needs to be

funded. That’s why I chose to be a Relay For Life Dream Team member in 2013. Helping to raise money

seemed like a rather effective way for me to proactively help support important cancer research.

Funds raised through this 12-hour community event are used to support life-saving cancer research,

promote healthy lifestyles, advocate for policies that protect our health and provide support programs

and services for cancer patients and their families.

I wasn’t alone in thinking that Relay was a great way to get involved in the fight. Nearly 8,000 Nova

Scotians participated in Relay For Life events last year and raised an incredible $2.2 million. I have to

admit that it felt good to be involved in this movement of people who are no longer content to sit idly

by while this terrible disease continues to take lives.

I’ve come to understand that Relay For Life is much more than a fundraiser. It’s a celebration of

survival and a tribute to those touched by cancer. Once you’re in you can’t help but get hooked.

The camaraderie, compassion and hopefulness are contagious. In fact, the event takes you on an

emotional rollercoaster ride that would rival any television drama.

Last year was particularly emotional for many because of the cancellation of the Halifax Relay due to

a bomb threat in the city. It was no doubt a difficult time for organizers and participants, but the one

thing that shone through is our perseverance. We’re on a mission to change cancer forever, and we will

not be discouraged.”

David Hoffman,

Relay For Life Dream Team Member

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Relay For Life

The Canadian Cancer Society’s donors are committed, generous and united with us as we do everything we can to prevent cancer, save lives and support those living with cancer.

Thank you to our supporters

We are extremely fortunate that so many Nova Scotians, like

you, continue to trust us with your donations knowing we will

use them to make a positive impact on the lives of cancer

patients and their families. Thank you for your generous gifts

and for joining us in the fight for life.

The following is a list acknowledging those individuals and

organizations that made financial contributions of more than

$250 between February 2013 and January 2014. Friends For

Hope monthly donors are indicated with an asterisk.

If we have mistakenly left your name off our list we

apologize, and ask you to let us know by calling

1 800-639-0222 or emailing ccs.ns@ns.cancer.ca

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Change depends on YOU

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ACADOM Limited

Ace Electric + Computers Ltd.

David Acker

Steven N. Adams

Adams & Knickle Ltd.

ADP Canada

Advocate Printing & Publishing Co. Ltd.

Aggregate Equipment

Amanda Alexander

Linda Alexander

Tim Alison

Douglas Allen

Michael Anaka

Howard Anderson

Evelyn R. Andrews

Joe Anthony

Ralph Arbuckle

Catherine A. Archer-Shee

Around the Bend Foundation

Craig D. Ashley

Martin Ashley

Assumption Life

ATCO Pipelines

Ian Atkins*

Lisa E. Atkinson

Atlantic Flushing & Testing Inc.

Atlantic Poultry Inc.

Atlantic Road Construction & Paving

Atlantica Mechanical Contractors Inc

Dolores Atwood

Yolande Aucoin

Auction World Inc.

B.F. Archibald Construction Ltd.

B.W. Armstrong Insurance Agency Limited

Leslie Babineau

Back to Basics Physiotherapy

Clara Bacon

Roger S. Bacon

Bonnie Bagnall

Michael Bagnall

Baird’s Septic Tank Pumping

Eric Baker

Harold’s Bakery

Ballantyne Fuels Limited

Peggy A. Baltagi

Barb’s Diner

Kathleen L. Barbour*

Victor Barnes

Terence Barnes*

Barrington Area Lions Club

Stephen Barron

Barscope Interactive Data Systems

Nancy Barteaux

M. Barters

Eunice Basaraba

Joseph W. Baxter

Una E. Beaver

David Bell

Bell Canada

Odessa Bendell

Benevity Social Ventures, Incorporated

Doreen Bennett

Bergengren Credit Union Limited

Leonard J. Berkman

Ruby Berringer

Robyn Bertling*

Peter Bessey

Drew Bethune

Bionova

Carolyn J. Bird

Bird Stairs

Shirlene Blades*

BMO Bank of Montreal

Gina Bodhaine

Michelle Bohaychuk

Louis O. Boileau

Daniel Boisvert

Sonya A. Boland

Bon Appetite Restaurants Inc.

Boundary Lane Farms Ltd

Rosemary Boutilier

David Boyd

Louise Boyle

William Boyle

Kenneth T. Branchard*

Kim Breschetti

Briant Morine Surveys Inc

Bridgetown Pharmacy Ltd.

Brigus Gold

Sharon Bristol

Kenn A. Brothers

Sheryl D. Brown

Brown’s Self Storage

Michael Brownlow

Lydia Budgen

John Budreski

Burgundy Asset Management Ltd.

James Burke

Murray W. Burrows

Linda Burton

Butterfly Ridge Foundation

C.F.U.W.

Thomas Cahill

Jacqueline M. Cajolais

Patricia Campbell

Thomas J. Campbell

Canada Post

Canadian Forces Central Fund

Canso Chemicals Ltd.

Cape Sable Lobster

Capital Crane Ltd.

Ron Carlyle

Cars R Us

Daniel Casey

Patrick G. Casey

Casey Realty Limited

Darlene Cathcart

Ceilidh Motors

Cenovus Energy - Employee Foundation

Central

our generous supporters

Karen L. Chaisson

Michel Chaisson

Dave Chapman

Lee-Anne Chassie

Chebucto Mixed Dart League

Daniel Chedrawe

Sharon Chenier-Kelly

Maurice Chiasson

James Chipman

Carl Chisholm

Laurene Chisholm

Harry Churchill

CIBC

CIBC Children’s Foundation

CIBC, Commercial Banking Center

Cindy Lou Adams-Cogswell

Citco (Canada) Inc.

CKF Inc.

Emma Clarke

Phil Clarke

Clearwater Seafoods Ltd. Partnership

Rick Clemens

Millie Clements*

Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation

Julia Cochrane*

Susan Colbourne

Colchester Research

Mike Cole

Karine Comeau

Meagan B. Comeau

Comeau’s Sea Foods Limited

Mary Helen Connors

Gladys Cook

Donald W. Cooper

Frances Cooper

Hollis Corbin

Cornwallis Chevrolet

C. Richard Coughlan

Robert A. Covill

Brendan P. Coyle

David Craig

Steve A. Craig

Jamie Crane

J Dickson Crawford

Cresco Construction Limited

Dixie Lee Cress*

Bruce Crooks

Cynthia Crossman

Tyler J. Crowdis

Ian Crowe

Marion F. Crowell

Holly F. Cruickshanks

CST Canada Co.

Ralph Curran

Leo C. Currie*

Elizabeth Curry

Peter Darcy

Joan A. Darnley

Darrell Young Hockey Limited

Dartmouth Central Plumbing & Heating Inc

Dartmouth Mansonic Properties Foundation Limited

Dartmouth Masonic Bingo

Daniel Daudelin

Mary L. Davis

E.E. Douglas Day

Anthony Dean

Elizabeth A. Dean

Hazel R. Decker

Deep Brook-Waldec Lions Club

Tanya Deering

Nancy Delehunt

Deloitte & Touche Foundation Canada

Henry and Rena Demone

Carol Dennis

Department of Medicine

Michael Derrick*

Det Norske Veritas (Canada) Ltd.

Austin Deveau

Tony Deveau

Walter L. DeWolfe

Darren Dick

Doris Dionne

Michael J. DiPenta

DL Environmental Waste Consultants Ltd.

Gord Dobson

Doctor Piano Rebuilders Limited

Colin Dodds

Lynne Donahoe

Dora Construction Limited

Doug A. Doucet

Blair Douglas

Dr. John C. Wickwire Academy

Anne Driscoll

Remi Dufresne

Denis Dugas

Donna L. Duncanson

Dennis Dunning*

Deborah Dunton

Eric Durnford

Ritch Durnford

Ivan Duvar

Easco Electric Limited

Eastern Star Lodge

Helen Eaton

Eden Valley Poultry

John and Marilyn Edgecombe

Heather and James Eisenhauer

ELDIS Group Partnership

Johanna K. Eliot

Dawn Elliott

Matthew Elliott

Marjorie Ells

Emerald Chapter 58, Order of the Eastern Star

Empire Company Limited

EnCana Cares Foundation

Energy Atlantica

Enterprise Rent A Car Canada Company Group CN99

Estate of Adah Ruth Spencer

Estate of Alexander MacKinnon

Estate of Audrey Carpenter

Estate of Catherine Constantine MacDonnell

Estate of Christine Zinck

Estate of Clarence Russell Isnor

Estate of David Lynn Patterson

Estate of Doris Pride Beuree

Estate of Dorothy Irene Simpson

Estate of Eileen Claire Smith

Estate of Elmer L. Ferguson

Estate of Elsie Eunice Currie

Estate of Eva Gertrude Hurley

Estate of Evelyn Euda McKay

Estate of Frances Audrey Brundage

Estate of Georgia Pearl Livingstone

Estate of Grace Turnbull

Estate of Harvey Clifford Hendsbee

Estate of Helen Dickson Purves

Estate of Kenneth Alexander Crook

Estate of Mary E. Thibeault

Estate of Nancy Barbara Dorey

Estate of Olga Pauline Roberts

Estate of Percy Winston Lawrence

Estate of Peter Albert Campbell

Estate of Phyllis Augusta Lawrence

Estate of Ruby Yvonne Pentz

Estate of Russell Dunbar

Estate of Ruth E. Wallace

Estate of Samuel Russell Forbes

Estate of Susan Kathryn Roberts

Estate of Una Gertrude Smith

Estate of Warren P. White

Estate of Wayne Lorway

Karen Ewing

John Eyking

F1rst Fence

Youssef Faddoul

Elvin Falkenham

Aquino Family

Family’s Favorite Restaurant Inc.

Farmers

Baroudi M. Fashir*

Francis Faulkenham

Conrad V. Fernandez

Stephanie Fillmore

Nigel Firth

John and Judy Fitzpatrick

Greg Flack

Daniel J. Fleet

Floors Plus

Helen M. Floyd

Shirley Foster

Fred and Elizabeth Fountain

Marjorie Fountain

Four Seasons Roofing Ltd

Shawn Fowler

Wayne Fowler

George Fraser

Jocelyn M. Fraser

Kevin Fraser

Philip Fraser

Stuart G. Fraser

Frederick & Abbie Lane Charity Fund

Myra Freeman

Gail P. Frizzell

Fulmore Pharmacy Limited

G.A. LeBlanc Construction & Sevices Limited

G.N. Plastics Company Ltd.

G.R. Saunders School

Bradley Gaetz

Gaetz Brook Junior High School

John T. Gage

Janet Gagnier

Gail Drummon and Bob Dorrance

Grant Galbraith

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Cyril Gallant

Paula M. Gallant

Terry F. Gardiner

Myran Garron

Gateway Realty Ltd.

Elizabeth Gaudet

General Liquids Canada Ltd.

Carman Giacomantonio

Marguerite M. Giacomantonio

Mike Giacomantonio

Nicholas M. Giacomantonio

Chris Giannou

George H. Gillam

Adele Gillen

Genevieve Gillis

Marcie Gilsig

Steve Girard

Glendon R. Barr & Sons Fur Farm Ltd.

Jim and Maureen Gogan

GoGold Resources Inc.

Golden Oldies Hockey

Gracie Goodwin

Wayne Gosse

Verna Goswell*

David Graham

Norman N. Graham

John V. Graham*

Judith A. Grant

Grant Thornton

James Gray

Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life

Gerald Green

Fred Gregson

Grozone Greenhouse Limited

Vahan Gumuchian

Divya Haase

Halifax Alehouse

Mary P. Hall*

Mega Hamilton

Carol Hampsey

Brian Handley

Gail Harding

Jimmie Harris

Gerald D. Harris*

Rod Harrison

Bert Hartnell

Carolyn Harvie

M. Hastings-James*

Morris and Susan Haugg

Mike R. Hawboldt

Rosemary Hayter

Head Shoppe

E. Marion Hebb*

Robin F. Hemeon

Jane Henderson

Mark Henderson

Blois and Bev Hennigar*

Herbert S and Jean W Lamb Foundation

Heritage Bingo

Leslie Hickman

Highland Ford Sales Limited

Highliner Foods

Peter and Danielle Hill

Susan Hill

Rodna Hilliard

Earle Hiltz*

HLM Realties Limited

Hobbs Materials Eng. Limited

David Hoffman

E. De Groot Holland

Stella Hollett

Brian Holmes

Heather Hova

Karen Hudson

James E. Humphreys

Michael Humphry

I.O.O.F Hiawatha Lodge No. 57

Ian Parker and Mavis Hicks

IMP

Insurance Institute Nova Scotia

Interprovincial Meat Sales Limited

Jen Ireland

Irving Shipbuilders Inc

Audrey R. Isenor

Shirley Isnor

Jade Stone (Halifax) Limited

David James

Jolene E. Jarvis

Adams Jenkins

Mike Jenkins

Kimberley A. Jenner

Donna Jerrett

JessomeLaw

L. Johnson

Wendy J. Johnson

Karen Johnston

Chanelle Jolly

Anne Jones

Kevin Jordan*

Jovan Security Distributors

Mark V. Joyce

JW Lindsay Enterprises

Fred Kamperman

Charlotte E. Keen

Kel Greg Enterprises

Robert Kelly

Kenneth C. Rowe Family Fund

KENT

MacDonald Kia

Kinette Club of New Glasgow

Kinette Club of Sackville

Sylvia J. King

Kings Mutual Insurance Company

Kinsmen Club of Dartmouth

Kinsmen Club of Kentville and District

Kinsmen Club of New Glasgow

Gerald A. Klassen

Knights of Columbus

Scott Knowles

John and Susan Koivu

Kelly M. Kolke

Michael A. Kontak

Jasna Krmpotic

John LaChapelle*

Sandra Laing

Paul D. Lamey

Land & Sea Contracting Ltd.

David Landrigan

Yvonne Landry

Estee Landry-Flinn

Brad J. Langille

Ronald Langille

Lawtons Drugs

Lawtons Home Health Care

Marie-France Leblanc

Tommy Leblanc

Marilyn LeBuke

Led Roadway Lighting Limited

Robert LeDrew

Rodrigue J. LeFort

Suzanne LeFort

Trish Leggett

Len’s Plumbing & Heating Ltd.

P Lessard

Dorothy Levangie

Robert G. Levey

Ian Lewer

Michael Lightstone

Lindsay Construction

Liverpool Kinsmen Club

Brian Lobb*

Loblaws Incorporated

Tim Lohnes

Joel Long

Karen L. Lowery*

Loyalty One Air Miles

Patrick Lundrigan

Michelle Lush

Hillary J. Lynds

Hannah MacAulay

Irven MacCormack

Ronald MacCormick

Donald and Ria MacDonald

Doug and Susan MacDonald

George F. MacDonald

Glen Macdonald

Marilyn MacDonald

Mark E. MacDonald

Shawn MacDonald

Sheldon P. MacDonald

Cheryl L. MacDonald*

Hubert MacDonald*

Theresa M. MacDonnell*

Dewar MacDougall

Joe MacDougall

Katherine Ann MacDougall

Meg MacDougall

Raymond MacDougall

Rachel A. MacGillivray

MacGillivray Law Offices

MacGregor’s Custom Machining Ltd

Geoffrey Machum

Kari A. MacInnis

MacIntosh, MacDonnell & MacDonald

John MacIntyre

Peter MacKay

Trudy MacKay

Danny B. MacKenzie

Norman MacKenzie

Coralee M. Mackie

Audrey M. MacLean

Catherine MacLean

Melissa MacLean

Vincent MacLean

Brian L. MacLellan

Brian MacLeod

Jack G. MacLeod

John MacLeod

Lester G. MacLeod

Shirley B. MacLeod*

Janet E. Macnaughton

Charles W. MacNeil

Malcolm J. MacNeil

Ron MacNeil

William F. MacNeil*

Jean E. Macpherson

John Malcom

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Kate Mallin

Manulife Financial

Marine Workers Local 1

Maritime Broadcasting System

Marshall’s Roofing & Siding

Bryan Mason

Cathie Matthews

Debbie Matthews

Ernest W. Matthews

Florence D. May

Daniel Mazzerole

MBW Courier Inc.

Sandra McCabe

Margaret McCain

Scott McCain

Donald J. McDonald

Todd M. McDonald

Norma McEwen

Harold McGee

James McGrath

David R. McInnes

K. McInnes

Brenda McIntyre

Susan McIsaac

MCK & Woodworking

Kathleen McKane

Judith McKean

Dan McKenzie

Hugh McMullen

McNally Construction Inc.

Glenda H. McNeill

Ronald A. McNutt

Medavie Blue Cross - Atlantic

Patrick Melanson

Robert Merchant

Elizabeth A. Merrick*

Michael Foran and Cathy Keating

David Miller

Michelle Millet

Mirror Nova Scotia Limited

David Morehouse

Kenneth Morrison

Donald N. Morrison*

Janet M. Morse

Kendra Morton

Pam Mosher

Hassouna Moussa

Municipal Enterprises Limited

Municipality of the District of Chester

Glenn Munro

Mallory J. Munroe

Carolyn M. Murphy

Larry B. Murphy

Roberta A. Murphy

Ruth M. Murphy*

Anne Murray

Douglas C. Murray

Shirley Murray

William Murray

Glenn Musgrave

Scott Musgrave

Troy Myers

Elaine Myette*

Murray Myles

N.S.G.E.V Local 480C

Scott D. Neil

Newcap Inc

Newfound Trading Ltd.

Louise Nichols

Matthew Nichols

Ruth Nichols

Robert David Nicholson

Vasilios Nikolaou

Norbulk Shipping NB Ltd.

Northgrave Medical Inc.

Northumberland Ferries Limited - Bay Ferries Limited

Audrey Norton

Nova Construction Company Ltd.

Nova Scotia Insurance Women Association

NSCC Waterfront Campus

Colleen M. O’Brien

Nancy O’Brien

Robert O’Leary

Carmen O’Neill

Michelle O’Neill*

Stephen O’Regan

O’Regan’s Toyota Dartmouth

Ocean Contractors

Charles Oconnor

Yoshi Okada

Order of The Eastern Star of N.S. and P.E.I.

Stephen Owen

OwensMacFadyen Group

Oxford Frozen Foods Limited

P.Q. Properties Ltd

Robert Page

Bruce Palmer

Marc Paris

Parish of Tangier

Elizabeth Parr-Johnston

Party Time Rentals

Susan Payne

Denise Penny

Pepsico Foods Canada

James R. Petrie

Sandra Pettis

Pfp Sales & Service Inc

Kempton Phillips

Pictou County Health Authority

Pictou County Prostate Cancer Support Association

Piet Van Dijken

Pine Ridge Middle School

John Pitblado

Brian Pitre

Pizza Factory Ltd.

Jill Plummer

Pomerleau Inc.

Elizabeth Pooley

Porchlight Restaurant

Robert W. Porter

Christine C. Pound

Jacqueline Premdas*

PricewaterhouseCoopers

J. Benjamin Prince

Pro Cresting Penguins Female

Prostate Cancer Canada Network - Halifax Region

Proudfoot’s Inc.

Pugh Medical Incorporated

Devin Pulsifer

PYE Chevrolet Buick GMC Limited

David Pyke

Jesse Quartermain

Derek Quigley

Rabobank

Ron Ray

RBC

RBC Foundation

RCMP Veteran’s Ladies Auxiliary

rcs Construction

Rebecca Margeson-Shipp

Reddick Brothers Masonry Ltd.

Franklin J. Reesor

Ian L. Reesor

Jason Rempel

Linda Rennie-Morris*

Revolve

Tracey Rhind

E. Mona Rice

RIM Give Your Way Program

Riverside Education Centre

Laura Roberts

Rockport Masonry Ltd

Rogers

Rollie’s Plumbing & Heating Limited

Roofchek Inspection & Design Services Inc

Doris Ross

John Roy

Don Ruggles

Running Room Canada Limited

Russell G. Doucette

Joseph P. Ryan

Val Ryan

Kevin Sangster

Arthur Sargent

Brigid Savage

Nick and Sheila Scaravelli

Lisa M. Schnare

Jonathan B. Schrader

Scotia Garden Seafood Inc.

Scotiabank

Shawn Scotney

Seaboard Transport

Brooke Searle

Seven Lakes Developments Limited

Shannex Inc.

David and Brenda Shannon

Shannon Park School

Sharon’s Place Convenience

Allan Shaw

James Shaw

Jim Shaw

John P. Shaw

Shelburne Furniture

Eric Sheppard

Karen Sheppard

E. Audrey Sibbins*

Craig E. Sievert

Emily Silk

Jean A. Sloan

Aubrey J. Smith

Cameron Smith

Debbie Smith

Eleanor L. Smith

Karen Smith

Pamela R. Smith

Sherry Smith

Trevor Smith

Vincent Smith

David F. Sobey

Frank Sobey

Paul and Marsha Sobey

Sobeys

Sobeys Pharmacy Group

Song Dog Music Co. Limited

South Alton Baptist Church

South Queens Junior High School Staff

South Shore Regional Hospital Auxillary

Southeast Drywall Ltd.

Special Project Services Limited

Catherine Spencer

Janice Spencer

Beverly E. Spicer

Spurs Marine Manufacturing Inc.

St. Eulalie Rebekah Lodge #27

Victor Standhope

Muriel F. States

Barbara J. Stead - Coyle

Judy Steele

Rob Steele

Steele Auto Group

Gail M. Stevens

StFX Student Union

StFX Student-Athlete Leadership Team

Jeff Stockhausen

Stonegate Services Halifax Incorporated

Strategic Charitable Giving Foundation

Marguerite Sullivan

Sunrise Brokerage & Sales Ltd.

Joel Surette

Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital Foundation

John C. Swan

Tantramar Chev Buick GMC

TAR Investments

Eldon Taylor

Sandra Taylor

TD Waterhouse Private Giving Foundation

James Teale

Team HGS

The David and Faye Sobey Foundation

The Fred George Foundation

The Jack & Marjorie Todd Foundation

The John and Jeanne Eyking Foundation

The John and Judy Bragg Family Foundation

The Master Group LP

The Rotary Clubs of Kings County Charitable Foundation

The Sobey Foundation

The Stubborn Goat Gastropub

The Thistle Bar & Grill

Theriault Financial Inc.

Frank Thibeau

Kevin Thompson

Thompson Financial Group Ltd

Toffee Tawlings Limited

Walter Tonhauser

Toronto Stock Exchange

Toronto-Dominion Bank

Nawal Toulany

Bruce Towler

Wallace E. Travis

Trinity Maintenance

Truist Altruism Connected

Truro Elementary School

George L. Tufts

Kevin Tureski

Agnes Turner

David G. Turner

Drew Turner

Frank Turner

Twin City Alarms Ltd.

Donald and Susan Uhren

United Brotherhood of Carpenters Joiners of America L 1588

United Commercial Travelers

United Way of Canada/Centraide Ottawa

United Way of Cape Breton

United Way of Colchester County

United Way of Greater Toronto

United Way of Halifax

United Way of Lunenburg County

United Way of Peel Region

United Way of Pictou County

Cathy A. Urquhart

David Vail

Martin F. Van Bommel

Wilhelmus Van Gestel

Cecil Vance

Ellen E. Varner

Arielle D. Vienneau

Jost Vineyards

Vintage Textured Wall Systems Inc.

George Vlemma

Raymond Wagg

Donald G. Wallace

Wal-Mart

Herbert Wamboldt

Randi R. Warne*

Water & Wine

Richard Weagle

Wearwell Garments Ltd.

Lisa Weatherhead

Jamie Webb

Webbuilders

Audrey J. Weeks

Stephen Weeks

Scott Weinrich

Wesley E. Wells

Jamie Welsh

Catherine Wentzell

Jeffrey West

Michele West*

Donald M. Westby

Weston, Welsford, Somerset Auxiliary

Theresa Weymouth

Norma Whalen

David T. White

Geraldine L. White

Stephen White

Evan S. Wiles

John Wilmot

Wilson’s Gas

Winchester Disposal Service Limited

Windsor Foundation

Wing Construction Engineering-WCE Canteen Committee

Michael Withrow

Elizabeth Wolfe

Wolseley Canada Inc

Harris Woodford*

Richard L. Woodland

Margaret Woodman

Douglas N. Woolley

Stewart Wotton

James H. Wright

Yarmouth Sea Products Limited

Yeiayel Holdings Limited

Jason Young

Carol Zachernuk

Robert Zed

Ari Zhu Jiang

Ziggy’s Pub

Paul Zive

Relay For Life Maritime Television Sponsor

CTV

Relay For Life Atlantic Survivor Sponsor

Medavie Blue Cross

Relay For Life Provincial Print Media Sponsor

TC Media

Daffodil Month Sponsor

Farmers

Daffodil Pin Sponsors

Atlantic Superstore

Central

CIBC

Farmers

Pharmasave

Scotiabank

Sears Canada

Sobeys

We wish to express our sincere thanks to supporters who have confirmed a legacy gift in their Will.Evelyn P. Sullivan

Darren Dick

Alison Chabassol

Dr. and Mrs. H.B. Sabean

Kelly Power

Bernard and Margaret Swain

E. Nancy Stevens

Leona E. Strum

Philip & Sandy Bonin

Wendy Black

Peter and Sandy Smith

Robert J. Lawlor

Kathryn Stewart

F. Pauline Spence

Sheila D. Patterson

Jonathan Neale and Avril Young

George Bradshaw

Nancy A. Samson

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As Treasurer and Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee for the Canadian Cancer Society, Nova Scotia Division, I

can assure you that we work extremely hard to oversee how your donations are used to support Nova Scotians.

This year’s financial performance was extremely strong with total revenues in excess of $10 million for the period of

February 1, 2013 to January 31, 2014. The majority of our revenue comes from donations received from donors who

give generously through our fundraising programs. In 2013/14 we received a number of Estate gifts, with Planned

Giving accounting for 27% of total revenues. Relay For Life continues to be another important fundraising activity for

us with 25 events raising a total of 22% of our total revenues. We are so grateful to all of you who continue to invest

in our work. Thank you.

The funds raised were used to support our programs and services that reach Nova Scotians from one end of the

province to the other.

We invested more money in research than ever before because we know that research is the key that continues to

help us find new and better ways of preventing cancers, treating cancers and ultimately beating cancers!

We continued to fund important programs like The Lodge That Gives and Camp Goodtime. We advocated for changes

to legislation to better serve all our communities and we continued to raise funds for the expansion of The Lodge

That Gives and supportive care programs.

We were able to do all of this in an efficient and cost effective manner. Only 8¢ of every dollar raised was used for

administration, which is well below Canada Revenue Agency standards and a decrease from last year’s costs. We are

extremely proud of our results and we hope that you are pleased with how we have invested your gifts to change

cancer forever.

David BoydTreasurer and Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee

Canadian Cancer Society, Nova Scotia Division

Financial highlightsFor the period February 1, 2013 to January 31, 2014

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Statement of financial activitiesYear ended January 31, 2014

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Revenue:

Relay For Life 2,201,421

Annual Giving 1,849,888

Planned Giving 2,749,306

Major Gifts 300,265

Investment Income 187,461

Other Income 317,521

Campaign* 2,426,213

Total Revenue 10,032,075

Expenditures:

Direct Fundraising** 1,712,575

Mission:

Programs 1,753,653

Research 1,372,396

Advocacy 495,649

Supporting Costs*** 769,230

Total Expenditures 6,103,503

Restricted for Capital Campaign**** 2,247,141

Increase in Resources 1,681,431

Total 10,032,075

For the complete Canadian Cancer Society financial statements visit us online at cancer.ca or call 902 423-6183

*Includes investment income on campaign funds

**Fundraising costs include daffodil supplies, Relay For Life promotion and event costs, marketing support, etc.

***Includes administration and indirect fundraising

****Net of fundraising costs which are captured under direct fundraising costs

How we allocated your donations:

Direct Fundraising

Supporting Costs

Capital Campaign

Programs

Reserves

Research

Advocacy

17%

8%22%

$10,032,075

17%

17%14%

5%

Nova Scotia Board of Directors 2013/2014

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Jeff Stockhausen, ChairIndustrial Technology Advisor, National Research Council

Nancy Barteaux, Past ChairManaging Partner, Ritch Durnford

David Boyd, TreasurerPartner,PriceWaterhouseCoopers Inc.

Jeff Aucoin, Honorary SolicitorPartner, McInnes Cooper

Barbara Stead-Coyle, Secretary CEO, Canadian Cancer Society Nova Scotia Division

Members At Large

Faten Alshazly, Graduate Student Mentor, Dalhousie University Faculty of Computer Science

Mike Bagnall, Associate Vice-President, CIBC

Carey Blair, Chartered Accountant and Partner, KPMG

Dr. Carman Giacomantonio Medical Director, Cancer Care Nova Scotia

Carolyn Johnson, Acting Executive Director, Employment Support and Income Assistance

David Landrigan, General Manager, Regulatory and Legal Services, Nova Scotia Power

John Malcolm, Former CEO, Cape Breton District Health Authority

Bryan Mason, Former Vice-President of Finance and Administration, Dalhousie University

Chris Nolan, Surgical Account Manager, Alcon Canada

Susan Payne, Corporate Director

Rosalind Penfound, Vice President Academic, Nova Scotia Community College

Elaine Rankin, Retired Primary Care and Population Health Director, Cape Breton District Health Authority

Kathryn Wiley, Retired Teacher

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