Dear friends, family, and community members,

Justine is the kind of person everyone knows — and everyone has a story about. She’s strong, funny, a little stubborn in the best way, and endlessly caring. She has spent her life lifting others up, often with humor and honesty, and she is truly cherished by her community. Today, she’s facing an unimaginable challenge, and we are rallying together to help her access the treatment that gives her hope.

Justine was recently diagnosed with glioblastoma (GBM), the most aggressive form of brain cancer. GBM has no cure, and despite surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, treatment options remain extremely limited.

Since her diagnosis, our family has been researching relentlessly and consulting with specialists and peers to explore all possible paths forward.

After extensive research and consultations, we have decided to move forward with what we believe is Justine’s most promising treatment option: a personalized cancer vaccine developed by CeGAT in Germany, administered through PreciOnco in Vilnius, Lithuania.

This vaccine is designed specifically for Justine. Using tissue from her tumor, CeGAT creates a fully personalized immunotherapy that trains her immune system to recognize and attack her unique cancer cells. Unlike standard immunotherapy vaccines that use only one non-personalized peptide, this approach utilizes multiple peptides tailored directly from her tumor’s DNA, offering a far more targeted strategy.

*Clinical studies and real-world data suggest that personalized peptide vaccines like CeGAT may significantly improve survival outcomes compared to standard therapy alone. This cutting edge treatment is not yet approved in North America.

While this treatment gives us hope, it also comes with a significant financial burden. The vaccine and related care will be out of pocket expenses.

The total cost is estimated to be over $120,000, which includes:

Justine will need to travel multiple times to Lithuania throughout the course of treatment.

She is approaching this journey with courage, determination, and hope. Our goal is to relieve the overwhelming financial stress so she can focus fully on healing and spending meaningful time with those she loves.

We are asking for support from family, friends, and our wider community. Every donation — no matter the size — truly makes a difference.

We have received feedback from some donors who would prefer to send money directly to Justine. If you would prefer to mail a cheque, please address to:

Justine Hughes

769 Kitley South Elmsley Townline Road

Smith Falls, Ontario K7A 4S5

If you have Justine’s email, you’re welcome to send an e-transfer directly.

If you’re unable to give, simply sharing this page helps more than you know.

Your kindness, generosity, prayers, and encouragement have already meant the world to Justine and our family. We are deeply grateful for the love surrounding her during this fight.

Thank you for standing with Justine as she takes on this challenge. With faith, hope, and the power of community, we believe brighter days are still ahead.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Justine & Family ❤️