Honoured to be nominated for the 2025 YWCA Cambridge Women of Distinction Awards, [Your Name] celebrates her advocacy for breast cancer awareness, women in construction, and small local businesses. Learn about the event and purchase gala tickets for June 11th.

Taking risks after cancer isn’t about proving anything to anyone. It’s about choosing the life you want, without the weight of fear dictating your decisions. It’s about recognizing that while you didn’t get a choice in having cancer, you do get a choice in how you live beyond it.

For a young woman diagnosed with breast cancer and navigating PTSD, embracing risk—whether big or small—can be a crucial part of healing. It’s not about being reckless for the sake of it. It’s about taking control of your story and saying, “I’m still here, and I’m going to make the most of it.”

I recently had the incredible opportunity to appear on the new show Flawed, hosted by the amazing Spencer Barbosa and produced by MAKERS. My episode airs April 24th on Bell Fibe TV and the Fibe TV App, and I can’t wait for you to see it!

The show is all about celebrating the things we’re told to hide, the parts of ourselves that don’t always fit the mold — and in my case, that meant sharing my story of choosing aesthetic flat closure after breast cancer. Society often tells breast cancer survivors that reconstructive surgery is the “natural next step,” the expected path to reclaiming an "acceptable silhouette." But what if that version of “recovery” doesn’t feel right?

Discover why building science matters in construction marketing. Learn how Hewson Brothers Building Supply is using insights from Spring Camp 2025 to better support builders with smarter, performance-driven product solutions.

The Grand Valley Construction Association (GVCA) plays a vital role in fostering excellence within the construction industry, and I’m proud to be actively involved in supporting its initiatives. Through my role at Hewson Brothers Building Supply, I had the opportunity to contribute to this year’s GVCA Building Excellence Awards Gala by designing and constructing the Ace Your Acoustics Wall Display—a unique installation that combined innovation with engagement.

Breast cancer awareness isn’t just for October; it’s a conversation that needs to happen all year long. The "Know More" campaign with Breast Cancer Canada is a step toward making that happen, and I’m honored to be part of it.

🚧 Women Are Building the Future of Construction 👷‍♀️

Women now make up 13% of Ontario’s construction workforce, and that number is growing! But there’s still more work to do.

✅ Diverse teams = better problem-solving
✅ More talent helps tackle labor shortages
✅ Construction careers offer real financial stability

My name is Beth. I am a 34 year old mother of 3, Olivia (16), Jack (9), and Charlee (2), and am currently engaged to the most supportive man on the planet, Matt. We live in Cambridge, after moving from Oakville the spring after Charlee was born. Moving got us closer to our friend group and we were incredibly grateful for that decision (and support network) once I was diagnosed. ⁠

Thrilled to have joined Ben O'Hara-Byrne on A Little More Conversation through Global News Corus Entertainment radio stations to tell my story and highlight our Not Too Young Photo Essay Campaign for Dense Breasts Canada

Beth Marchant, a mother of three living in Cambridge, Ont., learned of her breast cancer diagnosis at age 32 through an emailed alert about her ultrasound results. Cases like hers are raising questions about whether it's appropriate for a patient to be given a serious diagnosis through a digital message, before speaking to a doctor. (Turgut Yeter/CBC)

To mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Dense Breasts Canada is presenting NOT TOO YOUNG, a photo essay by award-winning photographer Hilary Gauld which portrays the stories of 10 young women told they were too young for breast cancer. The work will launch on DBC’s website and social media on September 26th.

Join us for Abreast Perspective, where breast cancer survivors and supporters across Ontario share their journeys of resilience, courage, and empowerment. Through candid conversations, these unstoppable women challenge stereotypes, inspire hope, and prove that age is no barrier to triumphing over breast cancer.

Family owned by Matt Stratton & Beth Marchant, OJC & Company combines expertise, certifications, and a commitment to excellence to ensure seamless telecommunications infrastructure for businesses and organizations of all sizes. We also off support within the telecommunications industry through subcontracting services as well.

Reconstruction comes with its own risks and rewards, and everyone needs to make their own choice on what's worth the cost.

Boobie Free since '23! It's officially been 1 year since my Double Mastectomy and 1 year with #NoEvidenceofDisease 🥳

One year later and this boob is still trying to kill me! It’s been almost exactly a year since I was diagnosed. I’ve been cancer free since my scans in February. It’s amazing to me how I can go from celebrating beating this, to being reminded so harshly that it’s not quite over.

In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of Bethan Marchant, a graphic designer and mom of three who went from having breast implants to beating stage 3 breast cancer. In a society that often equates physical appearance with self-worth, Beth's decision to undergo breast augmentation seemed like a natural choice. However, her life took an unexpected turn when she received the diagnosis that rocked her world. Throughout this episode, Beth opens up about the emotional and physical struggles she faced during her battle with breast cancer. Beth's story is not only about overcoming a life-threatening illness; it's about redefining beauty, self-acceptance, and the power of self-love.

You may remember that late last year I put out a call to this community for someone willing to take over Small Business Ontario. It's taken a little while but - I've found the next leaders for this community.

Got a case of mom guilt? You’re not alone.

Alongside this great panel at the Bump, Baby, & Toddler Show, we discuss Mom Guilt and how society needs to change in order to better support mothers, and how to start changing the expectations and mental load we carry on the daily.