Port Moody Firefighters Charitable Society
On January 22nd, the Port Moody Firefighters Charitable Society presented the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society a large donation totalling $1000. Supporters of the VCDS since 2017, the Port Moody Firefighters Charitable Society is comprised of first responders who have put in significant time volunteering and fundraising to support local non-profits, in spite of increased demands […]
Port Moody Firefighters…
Larry Coleman and George Garrett went to a fire hall in Port Moody on Saturday, January 22nd to receive a cheque for $1500 from the Port Moody Fire Fighters Charitable Society. This outstanding community group has supported the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society from the beginning in 2016. This dedicated group of Firefighters is the smallest union group […]
Because of You
Dear supporters and friends of the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society, My name is Andréa and this is my story. On December 2nd 2018, I received the kind of news that one dreads: Stage IV cancer. I was given just days to live. Shock, disbelief and fear swirled through my mind. I will never forget the […]
Help a total stranger … just because you can.
The VCDS was about 6 months old, and my friend George Garrett, one of the founders of the society, was recruiting drivers. I realized the volunteer drivers were relieving a lot of stress and anxiety for many cancer patients who had no easy or safe way to get to and from their medical appointments and […]
Dean Callaghan, Introduces Child Ride Program
Providing free, safe, timely and reliable rides for all cancer patients in need is an important mandate of VCDS. For very young patients, those under 9 years of age, we are required to ensure that properly fitting, certified car seats are available and that our drivers are trained on the proper installation. Earlier this year, […]
Significant Donation Accepted
The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society has received a five-year significant donation from the R. Howard Webster Foundation/Fondation R. Howard Webster of Montreal. President Bob Smith says“The donation will not only meet immediate needs, but it also helps us build for the future.” Explore more articles
Q & A with Dr. Sharlene Gill
One of Canada’s leading oncologists – Dr. Sharlene Gill of Vancouver has commended the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society for its role in getting cancer patients to treatment. Interviewed by Intrepid Reporter: George Garrett | VCDS Vice-President Q&A Question: Is there is a dilatory effect on cancer patients by the COVID-19 virus? Concern that patients with […]
Expanding Services – Seeking Volunteers
Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society to expand, seeks volunteers Organization looks to double volunteer base as demand increases The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society is looking to double its volunteer base as the organization expands to more cities in the Lower Mainland. In addition to most municipalities in the region, the society recently added coverage in Burnaby, […]
VCDS Welcomes Chilliwack
The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society is pleased to be hitting the roads of Chilliwack starting July 19th to provide transportation for cancer patients in need to their essential treatments. We will start accepting ride bookings on July 12th. It’s a wonderful story of collaboration which started by longtime resident of Chilliwack and advocate for healthier […]
New Westminster Fire Fighters Charitable Society
The Board of Directors and Volunteers of the VCDS are thrilled that the New Westminster Fire Fighters Charitable Society continues to show their appreciation and recognition of the service we provide to cancer patients in their community. We would like to thank these hard-working men and women for their service. Their Charitable Society’s purpose is helping those […]