Allen Chankowsky
Allen Chankowsky is an acclaimed author, sought-after international speaker, and a resilient 33-year survivor of a rare form of stage-4 Androgen Receptor positive cancer. Best known for his multi-award-winning & best-selling book, “On the Other Side of TERMINAL,” Allen inspires his audience with a powerful narrative of hope and resilience against one of life’s gravest challenges.
Allen’s contributions to the field extend far beyond his personal journey. An expert in sales promotion and marketing, he leverages his platform to champion the cause of precision medicine in cancer treatment. His compelling insights have earned him keynote invitations to prestigious events, including the TargetCancer Foundation’s 2022 gala and a global conference on precision medicine, where he addressed leading figures in oncology and molecular pathology.
Beyond the lectern, Allen’s advocacy takes multiple forms:
- He is currently serving as a molecular tumour board member (representing the patient’s voice) on ASCO’s TAPUR flagship clinical trial in the United States.
- He has lent his voice to a television campaign for the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation and has been featured in film trailers and various international news publications and podcasts.
- Most recently, Allen was spotlighted on the cover of the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation’s 2023 Annual Report, acknowledging his extraordinary survivorship as a source of inspiration for cancer patients worldwide.
A devoted family man, Allen attributes his remarkable survival journey to the unwavering support of his long-term girlfriend, Cynthia, and their four children. In his leisure time, he channels his competitive spirit into backgammon where he clinched the Intermediate Division title at the 2021 US Open held by the United States Backgammon Federation.
Allen was born and raised in Montreal, Quebec, and now resides in Toronto, Ontario. To learn more about his life, advocacy, and professional endeavors, visit AllenChankowsky.com