
Online information session by HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre
Understanding Kidney Cancer: Insights from Kidney Cancer Canada
Guest speaker: Christine Collins, Executive Director
HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre is proud to present a special speaker series in collaboration with Kidney Cancer Canada, a national charitable organization dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by kidney cancer.
This engaging session will explore:
- An introduction to Kidney Cancer Canada and their mission.
- The support and resources they provide to patients and families.
- Essential information about kidney cancer.
Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this event is an excellent opportunity to learn, connect, and gain a deeper understanding of kidney cancer.
Monday, March 3 | 3:30 – 5 pm EST
Online

ABOUT CHRISTINE COLLINS
Christine Collins’ work with Kidney Cancer Canada began after her diagnosis in 2010, committed to giving back to the organization that supported her. She began volunteering at patient education events and in peer support services, and then served as a Director, and as Vice Chair of the Board. In 2020, Christine moved to the frontlines as the Executive Director at Kidney Cancer Canada. From November 2021 to November 2023, Christine was honoured to serve as a Board member of the International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC). She continues to support the IKCC in their vision to reduce the global burden of kidney cancer.
Christine’s personal experience combined with her background in education, health, and corporate work, along with her commitment to Kidney Cancer Canada, has enabled her to better serve and support the kidney cancer community. Christine has always advocated that kidney cancer is a global disease and that when we collaborate at that scale, we can not only discover better diagnosis opportunities, treatment options and support, but also a cure.
Follow Christine on Twitter @CCollinsKCC