Cancer Care Ontario is the provincial agency responsible for continually improving cancer services. As the government’s cancer advisor, Cancer Care Ontario works to reduce the number of people diagnosed with cancer, and make sure patients receive better care every step of the way.

Vision

Working together to create the best cancer system in the world.

Mission

We will improve the performance of the cancer system by driving quality, accountability and innovation in all cancer-related services.

Guiding principles

Transparency

We will adopt a transparent approach to sharing performance-related information and foster a culture of open communication with colleagues, partners and the public.

Equity

We will ensure fairness across regions in the development of a strong provincial cancer system.

Evidence-based

We will make decisions and provide policy advice based on the best available evidence.

Performance oriented

We will advance new ideas, promote change and take action toward quality improvements in the cancer system.

Active engagement

We will consult widely and collaborate with other organizations and service providers in order to achieve our goals.

Value for money

We will use public resources wisely and promote the efficient use of these resources throughout the cancer system.