Dylan Strong was created to support Dylan’s fight against Stage 4 colorectal cancer and share the story of two people juggling a terminal illness while squeezing a lifetime of love into now.
This space exists to raise funds, spread awareness, and advocate our asses off.
Stage Four
Colorectal, Metastasized to Abdomen & Lungs
Chemotherapy
31 Rounds & Counting
Diagnosed at 39
Male with a Family History
Ontario, Canada
Highlighting what Healthcare Looks Like
Fighting Like Hell to Make Every Moment Count.
In the summer of 2024, Dylan was diagnosed with terminal Stage 4 colorectal cancer after months of his symptoms being dismissed by walk-in clinics, the ER, and his now-nonexistent family doctor. It was only discovered as a result of a freak car accident (talk about a long day).
He’s an IT pro, a Jays and Leafs fan, life time gamer, puzzle solver, music enthusiast, dog dad, and the love of Alexandria’s life.
Treatment Update: Moving to Third Line
Dylan has now begun his third line of treatment, which runs on a 28-day cycle and includes both oral chemotherapy and an IV infusion.
The oral medication, Lonsurf, is taken twice daily in the following pattern: five consecutive days on treatment, followed by a two-day break, then another five days on treatment, and a final two-day break before the next cycle begins.
In addition to the oral medication, Dylan receives an IV infusion of Avastin at the RVH Cancer Centre. This happens on day one of the cycle, alongside the start of his oral chemo, and again on day fifteen.
The first cycle was particularly hard on Dylan. His white blood cell count dropped significantly, and he experienced daily nausea and vomiting that proved difficult to control, even with anti-nausea medication. These side effects made it clear that adjustments would be needed.
The goal moving forward is to find a balance where this treatment remains both effective and sustainable, allowing Dylan to continue on this path with as much stability and quality of life as possible.
Ways to Support
Donate
Life doesn’t pause for cancer. Rent, insurance, groceries, medication—they all still show up, even when one of us can’t work.
Your donation helps Dylan focus on fighting, not finances.
Every bit makes a difference.
Fundraising Events
From BBQs and plant sales to volleyball tournaments and trivia nights, we’re doing everything we can to raise what we need while still living our life.
Check out upcoming events and don't forget to grab some merch!
Call, Cook, or Come Over
We need our village. Schedule a visit (if you're not sick). Stay for a tea. Bring a meal and hang out for a bit. Send a voice note, a meme, or a playlist.
The love we feel from our people keeps us going.
I told them I was scared it was cancer.
They told me to wait 30 more days.
Dylan had symptoms. He had a family history. But he was still dismissed by walk-in clinics, ER doctors, and a now-nonexistent family doctor. It wasn’t until a freak car accident that scans finally revealed Stage 4 colorectal cancer.
An ER doctor looked him in the eye and told us the system was broken—and he was a product of that.
The worst part? His story isn’t unique.
Once we entered the oncology world, we learned cancer among young people is rising fast—but screening availability and education are stuck decades behind. Screening, especially with a family history, should be standard. It’s not.
And getting sick in Ontario in 2025? It’s expensive. Like all things that sound too good to be true, “free” healthcare often isn’t.
We don’t want anyone else to go through this. So we’re using our voices—and this platform—to start the conversation.