In Canada, approximately 1,500 children and adolescents are diagnosed with pediatric cancer each year. There is an overall survival rate of less than 15% in children with refractory, relapsed or metastatic cancer. More than 80% of adult survivors of childhood cancer experience long-term side effects. Every child with cancer in Canada is cured and healthy. Every child wit h cancer in Canada has equitable access to the latest scientific advances, diagnostic tools, therapies and supportive care leading to