Program and services
How much does it cost to participate in a program at WICWC?
Nothing!
True or False: People diagnosed with cancer are the only ones that can take advantage of the programs offered by WICWC
False, people living with cancer and their supporters can benefit from WICWC
Name one of the seven Pillars of WICWC
Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Informational, Systemic, Practical, and Social
What muscle pumps blood all over our body
Heart
True or False: Men could get diagnosed with breast cancer
True
Which type of programs does WICWC offer to improve physical and emotional health?
A) Wellness programs
B) Surgery workshops
C) Chemotherapy sessions
D) Dental check-ups
A) Wellness programs
Does WICWC provide medical treatments?
No, it focuses on wellness and quality of life, not medical treatments
Describe what the pillars of WICWC is
The 7 pillars describe the different parts of a person’s well-being that the WICWC supports — they focus on caring for the whole person, not just the cancer
What is the biggest artery of the human body?
A) Carotid artery
B) Pulmonary artery
C) Aorta
D) Femoral artery
C) Aorta
What country has the highest rate of diagnosed cancer?
United States
Can WICWC programs be accessed virtually?
Yes, programs are offered in-person and online
What role do volunteers play in supporting WICWC’s mission?
They help provide support, run programs, and build community connections
Which pillar supports connection and reduces isolation by offering group interaction and shared experiences.
Social Pillar
What is the longest muscle of the human body?
A) Quadriceps
B) Sartorius
C) Biceps
D) Deltoïds
B) Sartorius
Lung Cancer
What is one way you can donate to the West Island Cancer Wellness Centre? (More than one answer can be picked)
A) Single Donation
B) Monthly Giving
C) In Honour/Memoriam
D) Donate a Car
A), B), C), D)
How does WICWC help people living with cancer and their supporters?
WICWC supports people by offering compassionate, non-medical programs
Which pillar help individuals find inner calm and meaning through practices that focus on reflection and emotional grounding
Spiritual Pillar
How many bones in the human body?
A) 159
B) 324
C) 206
D) 501
C) 206
In which country was found the first ever diagnosed person with cancer (Hint: It was discovered in a mummy)
Ancient Egypt
What is the name of the calming outdoor space at WICWC where individuals can reflect, connect, and honour someone special?
A) The Wellness Courtyard
B) The Garden of Inspiration
C) The Healing Grove
D) The Tribute Terrace
B) The Garden of Inspiration
What does the “whole-person” approach mean at WICWC?
It addresses all aspects of life: physical, emotional, spiritual, informational, systemic, practical, and social
Which pillar provides concrete guidance and resources to manage daily life and maintain autonomy during cancer
What is the only organ that can regenerate itself almost completely?
A) Heart
B) Liver
C) Skin
D) Kidney
B) Liver
Approximately how many Canadians are diagnosed with cancer each year?
A) 55,000
B) 125,000
C) 225,000
D) 535,000
C) 225,000