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Volunteer power - David MansfieldVolunteer power
It’s Heart Month and 85,000 volunteers are hitting the streets to raise funds that will give Canadians longer, fuller lives. Among them is one amazing 92-year-old who has been canvassing for 50 years. Support their efforts - give now


Help yourself, help Heart and StrokeA healthier you
Desjardins Financial Security is proud to help Canadians understand and take control of their risk for heart disease and stroke. Take the My Heart&Stroke Risk AssessmentTM for personalized insights toward a healthier you, and Desjardins Financial Security will donate $1 to the Heart and Stroke Foundation during the month of February.


Win a trip for twoWin a trip for two
Enter the Health Check Healthy Food is in Style contest to win a trip for two to the Heart Truth Fashion Show in Toronto March 8, including a consultation with a registered dietitian and healthy cooking class. Also win one of ten $1,000 grocery gift cards plus daily prizes. Enter at healthcheck.org.


You have 29 days to do your heart a favourYou have 29 days to do your heart a favour
Cook for your health with this tastebud-tempting calendar of daily recipes Quick, easy and good for your heart – and did we mention they’re delicious? Visit our recipe file for hundreds more.



More time. More life. More shopping. More time. More life. More shopping.
You can support the Heart and Stroke Foundation by shopping with our corporate supporters. Your purchases mean more funds for life-giving research into heart and stroke – and more life for Candians. Click here for special offers.



Make Death Wait - Volunteer today! Heart disease and stroke are a leading cause of death in Manitoba. This February, volunteer for the Heart and Stroke Foundation's annual Door-to-Door Campaign and help save lives, because together we can Make Death Wait. Watch the video or register now.


Healthy Eating Segments on Breakfast Television
Manitoba's Nutrition Managers Amanda Nash and Christine Houde provide healthy eating tips live on BT the first Tuesday of every month. Watch January's segments on making SMART goals in the new year and on making a heart-healthy breakfast!


Learn about us! Watch the Foundation's informational video and learn about our mission and the many programs and services we provide in your community. Click here to view.


HSF TV CBC’s LIVE RIGHT NOW
Along with eight other health organization and charities, the Heart and Stroke Foundation is partnering with CBC’s LIVE RIGHT NOW initiative to make Canada a healthier place to live. Join the Foundation’s group and receive daily challenges to eat healthier and be physically active.

TwitterFollow@TheHSF!
For those of you who love to tweet, find out what the Foundation is up to by following us on Twitter.

FacebookJoin us on Facebook! Our community is growing stronger every day. We now have more than 60,000 fans. Come share your story, join our discussion groups and show your support for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Join now. Also, join our provincial Facebook page for Manitobans wanting current information on local events, advocacy, research, healthy living and much more! 

Heart healthy living,step by step

Top tips for smart eating
Delicious meals plus health benefits? Yes, you can have both when you follow these 10 simple suggestions.

Fuelling active kids
Sure you want your children to max out their healthy activity. These smart food choices will give them the energy they need.

What's a healthy waist size?
Learn how to measure your waist properly by watching a video in our Healthy Waists section.

Featured recipes
Creamy spinach soup
Crock pot white bean and mushroom chowder
Easy vegetable soup for one