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Tailoring Exercise Oncology to Meet the Needs of Black Individuals Living with and Beyond Cancer

by blackwellnesscoop,

Tailoring Exercise Oncology for Black Communities in Nova Scotia

This summer, the Black Wellness Cooperative launched Tailoring Exercise Oncology to Meet the Needs of Black Individuals Living with and Beyond Cancer. The program is bringing exercise oncology education and activities to six predominantly Black communities across the province.

So far, we’ve hosted sessions in Upper Hammonds Plains and North Preston, where participants explored the role of exercise in cancer recovery, highlighted the need for Black-led opportunities, and bravely spoke about stigma, silence, and barriers to care.

Despite challenges with outreach, promotion, and scheduling, the impact has been powerful. These events have:

Created safe spaces for survivors, caregivers, and families to connect.
Raised awareness about the role of exercise in recovery and prevention.
Strengthened representation by ensuring culturally relevant programming.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to host events in Shelburne and Truro this October, deepen community partnerships for better outreach, and continue developing sustainable, culturally safe models of exercise.

Dates to be shared soon!