Harjeet Kaur

Keynote Speaker | Calgary, Alberta

Cancer Advocate
Patient Advocate | Fashion Creator

Harjeet Kaur Expertise Disability, Health & Wellness, Stress Management, Mental Health, Health Performance, Self Improvement & Self Care, Resilience & Change and Mindset & Attitude.

Harjeet Kaur

About Harjeet Kaur

Harjeet Kaur is a Stage 4 rare blood cancer survivor, speaker, content creator, and advocate based in Calgary, Alberta. After being diagnosed with Subcutaneous Panniculitis-like T-cell Lymphoma (SPTCL) in 2019, Harjeet underwent a life-saving stem cell transplant during the peak of the pandemic — an experience that reshaped her life and purpose. As a young immigrant woman, she faced cultural stigmas, delayed diagnosis, language barriers, and emotional isolation. Determined to transform pain into purpose, Harjeet Kaur became a leading voice for cancer awareness in marginalized communities. She co-founded Chai and Hope — a South Asian cancer support initiative — and actively collaborates with organizations like the Canadian Cancer Society, Health eMatters, and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada.

Harjeet Kaur Videos

Cancer Survivor Harjeet Kaur | Love Sidhu Talkz Episode 5 | Inspiring

Harjeet Kaur on Fighting the Unthinkable | Beyond Limits Stories

Persevering Through a Rare Blood Cancer with Harjeet Kaur

Harjeet Kaur Interviews & Podcasts

"surviving Cancer: a Story of Strength and Resilience" Ft. Harjeet Kau

Harjeet Kaur: Rising Stronger After Stage 4 Blood Cancer

Breaking the Silence: Cancer Stigma and Cultural Barriers in South Asi

Surviving Stage 4 Rare Blood Cancer

HARJEET KAUR BIOGRAPHY

Harjeet Kaur is a remarkable stage IV cancer survivor and inspirational advocate whose journey has transformed adversity into empowerment. In 2018, Harjeet Kaur embarked on a new chapter in Canada with her husband, hoping to start a family. However, life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with stage IV Subcutaneous Panniculitis T-cell Lymphoma, a rare and aggressive blood cancer.

This journey has reshaped Harjeet Kaur’s life, filled with relentless tests, treatments, and ultimately, a stem cell transplant. Despite the immense challenges experienced during chemotherapy and the transplant procedure, Harjeet Kaur found strength through the unwavering support of family and friends, which acted as her anchor during turbulent times.

Harjeet Kaur’s transformative experience, marked by numerous delays and unforeseen health impacts, ignited a passion for advocacy. She aims to raise awareness about cancer, offering support and encouragement to others facing similar battles. In navigating her journey, she encountered vision loss, early menopause, mental stress, and various side effects, yet she found solace in sharing her story, volunteering, and educating others about cancer.

A strong advocate for breaking cultural barriers, Harjeet Kaur is particularly focused on the South Asian community, where discussing cancer is often considered taboo. As an active member of multiple support groups and organizations like the Canadian Cancer Society and LLSC, she utilizes social media platforms to document her recovery journey and spread cancer awareness.

Additionally, Harjeet Kaur’s commitment to making a difference is exemplified by her involvement as a PFAC committee member for the upcoming Arthur Child Cancer Centre.

Harjeet Kaur invites audiences to join her on a journey of hope and resilience, emphasizing the importance of community, understanding, and empowerment in the fight against cancer.

Harjeet Kaur Topic Presentations

Harjeet Kaur Calgary, Alberta, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

Breaking Stigmas: Cancer, Culture & Courage

From Isolation to Impact : The Immigrant Cancer Experience

Storytelling as Survival: How Lived Experience Drives Change

Harjeet Kaur Books & Articles

Harjeet’s Story: “cancer is Not Your Fault”
Harjeet’s Story: “cancer is Not Your

After immigrating to Canada in 2018 with dreams of a better life, Harjeet Kaur faced an unexpected battle with stage 4 cancer, ultimately...

Survivor Series: Harjeet Kaur, Rare Stage 4 Sptcl & Hlh Blood Cancer Survivor
Survivor Series: Harjeet Kaur, Rare Stage 4 Sptcl

A global citizen, a woman of deep faith, and a fierce cancer warrior. Born and raised in India, Harjeet's journey has taken her across...

Calgary Cancer Survivor Starts South Asian Support Group
Calgary Cancer Survivor Starts South Asian

Thirty-seven-year-old Harjeet Kaur is a co-founder of a group called Chai & Hope, which is a support group for South Asians who are dealing...

Harjeet’s Story
Harjeet’s

Patient Voice spoke to Harjeet Kaur to learn about her rare lymphoma journey, and to better understand the importance of representation and...

Harjeet Kaur Speaking Testimonials

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