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There’s a flipside to cancer

Canteen provides life-changing support that helps young people through a world turned upside down by cancer.

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young people have their world turned upside down by cancer every year

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online support in our communities for young people and parents.

4 out of 5

young people impacted by cancer feel distressed and alone

97%

young people say Canteen gave them the cancer support they needed.

Young people face unique challenges when cancer enters their lives. Whether they are dealing with their own diagnosis, a close family member’s cancer or the death of a loved one, Canteen offers specialist services – including counselling, peer support and practical resources – to ensure they never face these challenges alone.

We also support parents, because when families are supported through cancer, young people cope much better too.

Canteen is the only organisation in Australia dedicated to providing free, tailored support for young people impacted by cancer – for over 40 years.
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Meet some amazing Canteen young people

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Chloe

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Chloe lost her teens entirely to cancer, but now is a proud Canteen youth ambassador.
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Saskia

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Saskia was diagnosed with cancer at 17, but with support from Canteen, she found hope and regained her confidence.
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Tara

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Tara is driving change to help more young patients understand and access the support they need.
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Read the latest news featuring stories from the young people we support as well as updates on our research and services. 

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Canteen 40th Anniversary Event

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Canteen celebrates 40 years of supporting young Australians facing cancer, sharing powerful stories and bold plans to expand life-changing services and ensure no young person faces cancer alone.

Gold Coast Titans put Canteen front and centre

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From bandannas to the big stage: Canteen’s partnership with the Titans and The Lottery Office

Canteen’s partn

During Youth Cancer Awareness Month, Canteen partnered with the Gold Coast Titans and The Lottery Office for a one‑off NRL jersey takeover supporting young Australians impacted by cancer.

Youth cancer is rising. We need to take it seriously

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Youth cancer is often underestimated, misunderstood, and diagnosed too late.

As CEO of Canteen, I see firstha

Siona Hardy, CEO of Canteen, on the growing impact of youth cancer in Australia and why young people are being overlooked.

Canteen’s 2025 end of year wrap

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Nearly 32,000 support services delivered, strong outcomes, expanded programs, and national awareness initiatives helping young people navigate cancer with connection and care.

Meet some of our corporate and community partners and find out how you can partner with us to support young people impacted by cancer.

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