You are using an outdated browser. We suggest you update your browser for a better experience. Click here for update.
Close this notification.
Skip to main content Skip to search

COVID-19: Get the latest updates or take a self-assessment.

Ontario Breast Screening Program Invitation Letter

March 30, 2022

JANE SAMPLE
123 ANY STREET
ANY CITY, ON M1M 1M1

Dear Jane Sample:

I am writing to ask you to get screened for breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Canadian women and finding it early provides the best chance of treating it successfully.

Because you are between the ages of 50 and 74, you are encouraged to get screened with a mammogram as part of the Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP). For over 20 years, the OBSP has provided high-quality mammograms to Ontarians ages 50 to 74 through local clinics and hospitals across the province.

The best way to protect your health is by getting a mammogram every two years. A mammogram takes an X-ray picture of the breast and can find breast changes when they are too small to feel or see. You can book a mammogram appointment at your local OBSP site. To find a site, call 1.800.668.9304 or visit cancercareontario.ca/obsplocations.

Take the time to book your mammogram today.

The Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) is an organized screening program that is funded by the Ministry of Health and managed by Ontario Health (Cancer Care Ontario). We also manage cervical and colorectal cancer screening programs for Ontarians with the goal of preventing cancer or finding it earlier when there is a better chance of successful treatment.

Sincerely,

Judy Linton, RN, B.Sc.N, M.H.Sc.
Chief Nursing Executive, Ontario Health


GET THE FACTS

  • Mammograms are recommended for people ages 50 to 74 years old. Even if you feel fine or no one in your family has had breast cancer, it is important to get screened.
  • Most women diagnosed with breast cancer have no family history of the disease.
  • Most people will have normal mammogram results.
  • More than 80% of breast cancers are found in women over the age of 50.
  • While screening tests are not perfect, regular mammograms are the best way for women ages 50 to 74 to reduce the risk of dying from breast cancer.
  • Talk to your doctor or nurse practitioner about the benefits and limitations of screening, or visit cancercareontario.ca/breastinfo.

ABOUT THE ONTARIO BREAST SCREENING PROGRAM (OBSP)

To learn more, visit cancercareontario.ca/obsp, or contact us at cancerinfo@ontariohealth.ca or 1.866.662.9233 Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

If you do not want to receive OBSP letters from Ontario Health (Cancer Care Ontario), complete the form at cancercareontario.ca/screeningletters or call us at 1.866.662.9233.

You can change your mind at any time.

HOW TO BOOK YOUR MAMMOGRAM

Book your mammogram by contacting your local OBSP site. To find a site, call 1.800.668.9304 or visit cancercareontario.ca/obsplocations.

Ontarians ages 50 to 74 do not need a healthcare provider’s referral to book a mammogram through the OBSP.

Mammograms are free of charge for Ontarians.


Need this information in an accessible format?
1.877.280.8538  /  TTY 1.800.855.0511  |  info@ontariohealth.ca

OBSPINV0422