Our Mission

HeartLife Foundation is Canada’s first – and only – national patient-led heart failure organization. We are a federal charity that raises public awareness of heart Failure, engaging patients, families, and caregivers to provide education and support, facilitating access to the latest research, innovations, and treatments, and advocating better care for all.

About Us

The HeartLife Foundation is a patient-driven charity whose mission is to transform the quality of life for people living with heart failure by engaging, educating, and empowering a global community to create lasting solutions and build healthier lives.

Patients

Caregivers

Partners

Faces of Heart Failure

Faces of Heart Failure

Meet Sunny

Due to a genetic mutation, Sunny was diagnosed with Dilated Cardiomyopathy at the age of 18. Sunny was born in Surrey, British Columbia, a perfectly healthy happy boy who enjoyed pewee football. Due to a

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Faces of Heart Failure

Meet Pegga

Weeks and months went by, and I increasingly became more fatigue and coughing a lot. I couldn’t walk very far and I stopped walking my dog. During Summer of 2014, I had a flu like

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Faces of Heart Failure

Meet Tracy

I thought I was just getting out of shape and since I had always enjoyed good health I assumed I was in control of it. I thought that I could fix it. Up until 2013

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Patient & Caregiver Charter of Rights

Our heart failure patient and caregiver charter was created to support our advocacy towards the implementation of a national standard of care for Canadians living with heart failure and their caregivers.​

Patient Journey

The patient journey map captures and summarizes real stories, emotions, questions, and lifestyle challenges heart failure patients experience in their care continuum. By truly empathizing with and learning what heart failure patients experience today, we can highlight the current needs, pain points, and wishes on how to improve care. We’re taking the first step to ensure the patient’s voice is heard.

Our Advocacy in Action

Happy #MoveMonday this week! 💪 Let's challenge ourselves to take at least one online workout/fitness class. It's a great way to stay active and motivated from the comfort of our own homes.
Comment what class you took so others can try it!
#FitnessJourney #WorkoutMotivation #HeartLife #ItsAboutLife

Get ready to spice up your meals this #NutritionMonth with our second recipe of the week Nutty Almond Granola! This granola is not only delicious but also packed with all the nutrients your body craves. Stay tuned for more healthy and tasty creations coming your way! Share your masterpieces in the comments!
#HeartHealth #ItsAboutLife @cuisincity

Living with #heartfailure comes with many questions about tomorrow. But you're not alone🤝 @petermunkcardiaccentre & @sinaihealthtoronto's latest guide demystifies advanced HF, offering practical advice on symptom management, coping strategies, and helpful tools. Explore the free guide now: ourhearthub.ca/living-with-advanced-heart-failure (link in Stories)

Thank you for an incredible Heart Month! 💕 Special shoutout to Senator Martin for championing heart health initiatives. Let’s continue to spread awareness and take care of our hearts every month, not just in February! ❤️ #HeartMonth #Grateful #HealthIsWealth 🌟 @senator_martinyonah

Get ready to fuel your body with this delicious recipe for March Nutrition Month! This week's dish Creamy Cauliflower soup is packed with nutrients and flavour – perfect for keeping you healthy and satisfied. Stay tuned for more tasty recipes and weekly cook-with-me videos!
#NutritionMonth #HeartHealth #HeartLife #ItsAboutLife

Move Monday Alert! Let's kick off this week by committing to walking every day. Walking is a great way to clear your mind, get some fresh air, and boost your energy levels. Who's with me? Let's move our bodies and start this week strong!
Share a picture or comment how you are moving your body this week!
#MoveMonday #LetsGetMoving #HeartLife #ItsAboutLife

Get ready to spice up your meals this week with this delicious dessert, Chocolate Pots De Créme.
Try it out and share it with friends and let us know what you think in the comments.
Visit twice a week for new delicious recipes!
#NutritionMonth #HeartHealth @providencehealthcare

Happy International Women's Day to all the incredible women around the world! 🎉 Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and beauty of women from all walks of life. Did you know heart disease is the leading cause of death for women worldwide? Let's take care of our hearts and empower each other to prioritize our health. ❤️
#WomensHeartHealth #InternationalWomensDay #HeartHealth #HeartLife #ItsAboutLife #HeartFailure

Our Support Group

The HeartLife Foundation is a patient-driven charity whose mission is to transform the quality of life for people living with heart failure by engaging, educating, and empowering a global community to create lasting solutions and build healthier lives. 

Join our Help for Hearts closed Facebook group to get support and share ideas.

Join Us & Subscribe

Have your voice heard. If you are a patient, family member or friend of someone with lived experience of heart failure or if you are a practitioner, allied health professional, not-for-profit or corporate partner, or simply a concerned citizen – Become a member – it’s free.

 

Women @ HeartLife

The HeartLife Foundation is proud to support the Canadian Women with Medical Heart Issues Facebook group. 

HL joins the mission of this group lead by our HeartLife Champion, Jackie to inspire and support women living with heart disease or heart failure to Live Bravely & Love Boldly every day. You are not alone!

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September 29th

9am – 12pm PST
12pm – 3 pm EST

The HeartLife Foundation invites you to Engage, Educate and Empower on World Heart Day.

Please register and join us for our free virtual patient education event below.