Financial Assistance

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​Application for Treatment-Related Financial Assistance

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Breast Cancer Action Kingston (BCAK) is a survivor-directed, volunteer-led registered charity supporting those impacted by breast cancer across Kingston and Southeastern Ontario. We receive no government funding and rely solely on the generous support of donations from our members, the public, local business, and grants within our community to sustain this program.

 

BCAK may provide limited financial assistance for direct, documented expenses arising from breast cancer diagnosis, preventative, and active treatment. This program is not designed to provide general support.

 

Eligible Expenses

The following expenses may be considered:

• Prescription medications exceeding insurance*

• Breast prosthetics; post-surgical clothing

• Compression sleeves, lymphatic massage

• Wigs and head coverings

• Childcare required on active treatment days

• Medical travel and parking (Kingston and region)

• Meal support for individual and immediate family on active treatment days

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Ineligible Expenses

The program does not cover:

• Rent or mortgage payments

• Bills and Utilities

• General groceries

• Debt repayment

• Auto payments

• General living expenses

• *Medications outside Ontario Drug Formulary

 

Invoices and/or itemized receipts must be submitted with your application alongside proof of payment (where applicable). BCAK maintains a supply of meal cards, taxi vouchers and resources including wigs, head covers, breast prosthetics, bras and swimwear. Please stop by or contact the Kingston office to access these items.

 

Funding Limits

• Maximum Annual Support per Individual: $2,000

• Lifetime Maximum Support per Individual: $4,000

Category caps may apply and funding is subject to annual budget availability.

In the event of limited funds, BCAK member applications will be prioritized for funding.

 

Process for Applications

• Complete the Application Form.

• Ensure your application is fully completed and signed, attaching all receipts and supporting documents.

• Submit the application and a copy of your Notice of Assessment from the last calendar year by email to office@bcakingston.ca or, deliver to the office during business hours.

• Applicants will be contacted after the Financial Assistance Committee reviews your application.

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