Who We Are

The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency (SCA) is a provincial health-care organization with a legislated mandate to provide cancer control for approximately 1.25 million people in the province.

The Cancer Agency has a long history of providing cancer control since 1930. With more than 1,000 employees, we have a large team with expertise in different fields related to cancer control and each staff member is committed to providing clients, patients and families with safe and high-quality treatment, early detection and prevention programs, and innovative research. Our employees are also committed to continuously improving our delivery of programs and services.

The Cancer Agency is subject to and governed by the following provincial legislation:

• The Cancer Agency Act;
• The Health Information Protection Act;
• The Local Authority Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; and
• The Provincial Health Authority Act.

Treatment

Through the Allan Blair Cancer Centre in Regina and the Saskatoon Cancer Centre, patients have a team of dedicated health professionals helping them to understand their diagnosis and make choices on treatment and care.

The cancer centres offer:

• A supportive care department providing new patient navigation, emotional and adjustment counselling, assistance with practical needs and counselling for nutritional needs;
• A referral centre, operated by registered nurses, that processes new referrals and books patients for appointments;
• Management of all adult solid and blood-borne tumours. Treatment and assessment through the Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program for patients with advanced blood and circulatory system cancers;
• Out-patient systemic and radiation therapy;
• Access to clinical trials; and,
• The provincial hematology program focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with both benign and malignant hematological conditions.

Patient Lodges

The Cancer Agency also operates two lodges: one in Regina and one in Saskatoon. The lodges provide a low-cost option for out-of-town patients who are looking for accommodation when they receive treatment.

Community Oncology Program of Saskatchewan (COPS)

The Community Oncology Program of Saskatchewan (COPS) works together with our health-care partners to provide patients with care, treatment and support closer to their home communities. There are 16 COPS centres located in hospitals throughout Saskatchewan (Estevan, Humboldt, Kindersley, Lloydminster, Meadow Lake, Melfort, Melville, Moose Jaw, Moosomin, Nipawin, North Battleford, Prince Albert, Swift Current, Tisdale, Weyburn and Yorkton).

Cancer Prevention

Through collaboration with communities, organizations and all levels of government, the Cancer Agency works to create conditions in Saskatchewan that improve population health and well-being that can help prevent cancer. This is achieved through:

• A health promotion approach to cancer prevention;
• A focus on the social, environmental and economic influences that impact health and well-being; and,
• A commitment to health equity.

Research

At the SCA, we aim to foster research across the continuum of cancer care that addresses the unique and diverse needs of our population; generates innovative and implementable solutions that improve cancer outcomes; and strengthens the delivery of cancer services across Saskatchewan.

Early Detection

The Cancer Agency operates three population-based screening programs, serving clients across the province:

• Screening Program for Breast Cancer, which started in 1990, includes clinics in Regina and Saskatoon and satellite centres in Lloydminster, Moose Jaw, North Battleford, Prince Albert, Swift Current and Yorkton. We also operate a mobile unit that travels to rural and First Nations communities offering screening mammograms;
• Screening Program for Cervical Cancer, which started in 2003; and,
• Screening Program for Colorectal Cancer, which started in 2009.

Mission, Vision and Values

Our Mission

To provide leadership in health promotion, early detection, treatment and research for cancer.

Our Vision

A healthy population free from cancer.

Our Values

Our values describe our beliefs in providing our programs and services and reinforce the behaviours that support our beliefs. Adhering to our values reinforces the integrity of our service and builds confidence in all those who use our services.

• Courage
• Integrity
• Vision-driven
• Innovation
• Collaboration