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Breast Cancer Action of Ottawa

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Record #: OCR2336 Last Full Update: 14 Jan 2020
Names
Alternate Name BCA ; OCR
Location & Accessibility
Located In Community Ottawa
Address & Map
1130 St. Emmanuel Ter
Orleans, ON K1C 2J7
 
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Intersection Orleans Blvd and Jeanne D'Arc Blvd N
Bus Route Notes OC Transpo OC Travel Planner or Route Timetable
Physical Access Fully Accessible
Parking Free occasional parking on the street
Description and Services
Description (Service) Support for victims of breast cancer * a multi-functional, post-diagnosis support and resource centre for those diagnosed with breast cancer in the Ottawa region. 
 
Drop-in centre * breast health information * resources and support * extensive on-site lending library on breast cancer * reflection area * exercise classes exclusively for breast cancer survivors or for those currently in treatment 
 
Programs and activities: 
* Information evenings and workshops 
* One-on-one peer support program 
* Exercise program 
* Dragon boat program 
* Lymphedema educational outreach initiative 
* Responsible for the Pink and Black Ribbon campaign across Canada  
* Catch the Ace fundraiser 
* Vehicle donation program 
* Volunteer opportunities
Hours Mon-Fri 9 am-3:30 pm
Areas Served Ottawa (City of) - and area
Eligibility Those living with, affected by or diagnosed with breast cancer, including family and members of the community.
Application Call or visit the centre for information.
Languages English
Fees Membership - Annual membership fee allows access to programs and workshops.
Service Categories Disease/Disability Information ~ Breast Cancer ; Health/Disability Related Support Groups ~ Breast Cancer ; Special Libraries ~ Breast Cancer ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ Breast Cancer ; Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education ~ Breast Cancer ; Therapeutic Exercise ~ Breast Cancer ; Vehicle Donation Programs ; Volunteer Opportunities
Contact Information
Office Phone 613-736-5921
E-Mail info@bcaott.ca
Website www.bcaott.ca
Social Media Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
Other Details
Established 1992
Funding Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 898270160 RR0001
Elections The Board of Directors is elected.
Print Material Pamphlets * Newsletter * Booklets
Resources Website
Accreditation No * Member of the Breast Health/Breast Cancer Partners Group of Ottawa

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