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Each year, the Lung Association invests heavily in Canadian respiratory health research. Recently, the Quebec Lung Association created Canada's first respiratory health chair. This $2.5 million chair was set up at Université de Sherbrooke. Despite medical advances, lung disease has been flourishing at an ever increasing rate over the past few years. In Quebec, it is estimated that over 1.4 million people suffer from either emphysema, lung cancer, asthma, sleep apnea, pneumonia, sarcoidosis, chronic bronchitis and even tuberculosis, which is showing signs of recrudescence. The Quebec Lung Association provides a variety of services to meet the population's needs. Whether for problems related to COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), asthma or any other respiratory illness, or for information on the various programs designed to help quit smoking, our toll-free telephone lines are available to the entire Quebec population.

The Calgary Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) was incorporated in 1980 by a dedicated group of volunteers who recognized the need for local face-to-face support of people with celiac disease in our community. With our 25 years of service we have grown and expanded to a point where our Chapter now has over 700 active members and provides hands-on programs and services available to all people in Calgary and area who are affected by or have celiac disease. The Calgary Chapter is recognized in the CCA for the leadership, commitment and depth of programming that is vital to persons with celiac disease. We believe in our role to improve the lives of people in Calgary.

The Histiocytosis Association is dedicated to raising awareness about histiocytic disorders, providing educational and emotional support, and funding research leading to better treatments and a cure.

Charles House Association is a nonprofit organization providing community-based eldercare services:Enriching the lives of seniorsSupporting families caring for aging family membersRepresenting the community’s commitment to its elders

The Homewood Volunteer Association (HVA) provides service and support to the Homewood Health Centre, its patients and the community. The HVA raises funds to provide financial support to enhance mental health and addiction programs and charitable projects in the areas of education, research and patient care.

ATTIC ANGEL ASSOCIATION IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT, INDEPENDENT ORGANIZATION OF VOLUNTEERS WHO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE WITHIN DANE COUNTY. MEMBERS MEET HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE NEEDS THROUGH VOLUNTEER AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT WITH SPECIAL CONCERN FOR CHILDREN AND THE ELDERLY. A MAJOR FOCUS IS ATTIC ANGEL COMMUNITY WHICH PROVIDES LIVING AND HEALTH CARE OPTION FOR OLDER ADULTS.

Over 23 million in the USA have become newly disabled by the virus that causes COVID-19. Most are young adults between the ages of 18-54 yrs old. Anyone who gets infected with the virus or its proteins can develop the chronic multi-organ post viral syndrome. Long COVID disproportionately affects those who are financially disadvantaged, have limited access to health care resources: specialists, diagnostic tests, medications, immune supportive nutritional supplements and health monitors. Our mission is to scientifically research available vitamins, nutritional dietary supplements and nutraceuticals along with specific diet and lifestyle that are immune and system supportive along with our health equity programs to educate & advocate for recovery for all those disabled by Long COVID.

The mission of the PCOS Awareness Association (PCOSAA) is inform the public about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome by providing information and resources for women to get tested, as well as providing support for women diagnosed with PCOS. PCOSAA’s goals are to:Prepare and assist women with the information and resources needed to get tested. Communicate information about PCOS to the public and women with PCOSAssist women with PCOS to Overcome their symptoms and lessen related health risksProvide a Support network to freely and openly discuss all aspects of PCOS

To help people breathe easier, one person at a time, through education, detection, care, and treatment.

CCA's mission is empowering and giving hope to individuals and families affected by facial differences. We envision a world where all people are accepted for who they are, not how they look.

Our programs and services are designed to address individual needs and build on personal strengths. Inspiring and supporting seniors to be the best they can be. The Objects for which the Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton (Sage) is established are to enhance the quality of life of older persons and their families through the work of staff and volunteers, and in collaboration with stakeholders, by providing: 1.Services that promote socialization, intellectual stimulation, skill and information acquisition; 2.Services that enhance the safety and well-being of older persons who are, or who may become, isolated, disadvantaged or at-risk in the community; 3.Information and services that assist older persons to participate as active members of the community and to reside safely in accommodation that meets their needs; and 4.Research and advocacy on issues affecting older persons.

The Crossroads Clinic Association exists as an outreach of the Christian Community to bring compassionate support and practical help to adults and teens who are experiencing unexpected pregnancy, to provide related medical services for pregnancy and sexual health issues, to educate the community in regards to sexual health and relationships, and to provide care for those in distress as a result of abortion or sexual trauma. check out our website: www.crossroadsclinic.ca Spending of funds is confined to programs and projects approved by the organization. Each restricted contribution designated towards such an approved program or project will be used as designated with the understanding that when the need for such a program or project has been met, or cannot be completed for any reason determined by the organization, the remaining restricted contributions will be used where needed most.