A dedicated community focused organization

Enriching Patient Lives &
Advancing Awareness of
Sickle Cell Anemia

Join SCAGO to access resources, education, training, and advocacy for those affected by sickle cell disease.

20+ Years of Advocacy
for 2500+ Members

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Upcoming Webinars, Events & News

Sickle Cell Disease Transitioning Across the Life Span
Learning for Life
June 1, 2025 • 11AM-1PM
Virtual Webinar

Sickle Cell Disease Transitioning Across the Life Span

Navigating school and work transitions can be tough with SCD. Join us for this informative webinar.

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Hope Gala & Awards 2025
Event
June 15, 2025 • 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Renaissance by the Creek, Mississauga, ON

Hope Gala & Awards 2025

It is the 20th Year Anniversary of the Hope Gala & Awards. Come celebrate this historic milestone with us!

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Join the Youth Empowerment Program
Opportunity
April 1, 2025

Join the Youth Empowerment Program

Learn more about this initiative funded by ESDC: Canada Service Corps Microgrant Program equipping young people affected by sickle cell disease with advocacy and leadership skills for community impact.

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Sickle Cell Disease Summit 2025
Event
August 16, 2025
Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference,801 Dixon Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1J5

Sickle Cell Disease Summit 2025

The annual SCAGO Sickle Cell Summit is a two-day event aimed at providing sickle cell disease-related learning opportunities. This year's theme," Shaping a Healthier Sickle Cell Disease Community Tomorrow, Through Actions Today," encourages us to take strong steps today to develop programs needed tomorrow.

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Explore our Resources

Discover our valuable resources designed to support the sickle cell community. From educational programs and immunization information to counselling services and grant support, we provide essential tools and opportunities to enhance your knowledge and well-being.

Our Story

The Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario (SCAGO) started on June 14th, 2005 as the Seed of Life Philanthropic Organization (SOLPO) in memory of a brave young man—Sunday Afolabi. 

SCAGO is a leading charitable patient organization providing evidence-based support to families with children, adolescents, and adults, with sickle cell disease across the four regions of the province. It supports and engages in research, health promotion, patient and care providers’ education, community awareness, and the development of best practice guidelines.

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Care & Treatment

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Committed To Your Wellbeing

Since its establishment, SCAGO has invested 100% of its resources in improving the quality of life of individuals and families affected by sickle cell disease. It engages in evidentiary advocacy on their behalf with the government, schools, and the healthcare system. We rely on the generous support of our volunteers, donors, and partners in our shared mission to improve the lives of Ontarians living with sickle cell disease—and ultimately to find a universal cure for this devastating disease.


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Address: 330-5109 Steeles Ave W.
North York, ON , M9L 2Y8


Phone: GTA: 416-745-4267


Email: info@sicklecellanemia.ca

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