From Test to Treatment: Real Stories Behind Genomic Access | IG Live | CCRAN

What does it actually take to access comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) in Canada? In this candid, patient- and caregiver-led conversation, CCRAN's Don Wood sits down with Corri Desaulniers and Jennifer Lovrics to talk about the referrals, funding barriers, geography, and timing that shape who gets tested and when. Recorded live on June 4, 2026, this conversation is a preview of why CCRAN's 2026 Pan-Tumour Biomarkers Conference focuses on access, equity, and system readiness. Featuring: Don Wood — Caregiver to spouse who succumbed to stage IV colorectal cancer; Community & Patient Engagement Specialist, CCRAN (host) Corri Desaulniers — Stage IV cholangiocarcinoma patient; patient partner & advocate Jennifer Lovrics — Caregiver to husband who succumbed to stage IV pancreatic cancer; patient advocate; finance professional Our heartfelt thanks to Corri and Jennifer for their openness and courage in sharing their stories — and to the organizations they're affiliated with, the Canadian Cholangiocarcinoma Collaborative (C3) and Pancreatic Cancer North America, for the vital work they do alongside patients and families. The 4th annual Pan-Tumour Biomarkers Conference takes place June 18–19, 2026 — virtual and free, with real-time translation offered for the first time. Register here: bit.ly/biomarkers26 #Biomarkers #GenomicTesting #CGP #CancerCare #PatientAdvocacy #Caregiver