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April 25, 2024  | 
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BC mom distributes air quality monitors after nine-year-old’s asthma death during wildfires

Carter’s Project was recently featured in the Globe & Mail.

Check it out here: 
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/british-columbia/article-bc-mom-distributes-air-quality-monitors-after-nine-year-olds-asthma/

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April 14, 2025

New 5K event a fundraiser for COPD awareness in Prince George

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Janelle Halldorson lost her dad to COPD last August. After watching him fight a losing battle for eight years and...

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April 10, 2025

Congratulations to the winners of the Dr. David V. Bates Scholarship

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Congratulations to the winners of the Dr. David V. Bates Scholarship, Shayna Uhryn and Christopher Hansen-Barkun! Awards were presented at...

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March 4, 2025

Over 340 participants Climbed the Wall this year raising $112,000+ for BC Lung Foundation

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On Sunday, March 2nd, over 340 climbers ascended the 48th floor of the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre to show their...

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February 26, 2025

Climbing the Wall with 3 generations!

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On Sunday, March 2nd, BC Lung is hosting the 24th annual Climb the Wall fundraising event at the Sheraton Vancouver...

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February 10, 2025

Just released! BC Lung’s 2024 Impact Report

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The BC Lung Foundation has released its annual Impact Report, shedding light on the organization’s key initiatives and accomplishments in...

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February 3, 2025

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With Climb the Wall 2025 just under a month away, we’ve been chatting with firefighters and participants to learn more...

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January 27, 2025

B.C. school installs vape detectors in bathrooms to curb students’ use

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An Okanagan school district says it’s seeing success in addressing what has become an unhealthy and disruptive habit — students...

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January 20, 2025

Why are firefighters in full gear out on the trails?

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Wondering why firefighters are on trails in full gear? BC Lung Foundation’s Climb the Wall fundraising event is coming up...

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December 10, 2024

Massive tobacco settlement at risk of being misused

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On Thursday, Canadian creditors will vote on the landmark Big Tobacco settlement of $32.5 billion proposed by the Ontario Superior Court of...

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November 14, 2024

BC Lung Foundation’s Wonder Gala raises nearly $100,000 to support lung health initiatives!

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BC Lung Foundation’s Wonder for Lung Health event was an incredible evening of impact that will help to bring cleaner...

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November 6, 2024

Knowledge of radon is growing in British Columbia – take action during Radon Action Month!

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November is Radon Action Month. Radon is an odourless, colourless, radioactive gas present in soils everywhere. It can travel upwards...

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October 21, 2024

Two new podcast episodes available: Staying safe during respiratory season

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BC Lung’s podcast, Airwaves & Airways has two new episodes this month! October’s content includes two-episode versions catered to two...

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September 17, 2024

New podcast episode – Preparing for the September Spike!

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August 29, 2024

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Peace Hills & Interior Savings Insurance support BREATHE project in Oliver Region

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On Tuesday, July 23, BC Lung Foundation received a generous contribution of $8000 to support their BREATHE workshops. The donation...

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July 23, 2024

BC Lung Ride Participants in the News!

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With the Ride for Lung Health under a month away, we’ve been chatting with riders to learn more about their...

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July 1, 2024

Summer Newsletter

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Check out Breathing Space, our annual newsletter here at BC Lung Foundation, and see what’s happening!

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June 12, 2024

Newsletter: Hope Amidst Lung Cancer

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Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death worldwide. In Canada, it is the most commonly diagnosed cancer (excluding...

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May 27, 2024

Join us at the BC Lung First Annual IPOP Classic on June 22, 2024

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Registration is now open for the BC Lung First Annual IPOP Classic! This exciting, inclusive pickleball tournament supports BC Lung...

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May 16, 2024

100 Air Quality Monitors to be Distributed in 100 Mile House

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On May 14th, 2024, BC Lung Foundation visited 100 Mile House to distribute 100 air quality monitors to the local...

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May 7, 2024

Carter’s Project on Global News

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Catch Amber Vigh speaking about Carter’s Project on Global News Morning for World Asthma Day. See the video here.

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April 25, 2024

BC mom distributes air quality monitors after nine-year-old’s asthma death during wildfires

  • News,  

Carter’s Project was recently featured in the Globe & Mail. Check it out here: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/british-columbia/article-bc-mom-distributes-air-quality-monitors-after-nine-year-olds-asthma/

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April 17, 2024

With rising extreme weather fatalities, communities can be left vulnerable, especially individuals with respiratory issues

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The devastating effects of climate change can be seen around the world, and with an increase in extreme weather events,...

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March 26, 2024

Climbing to success: Climb the Wall event raises almost $100,000 to support lung health

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On Sunday, March 24th, firefighters from across British Columbia gathered to show their support for lung health at BC Lung Foundation’s...

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February 8, 2024

Province takes action to prevent sale of nicotine products to youth

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December 7, 2023

Updated radon provisions coming in BC Building Code 2024

  • Healthy Indoor Environments,  

New changes are coming to the BC Building Code. As the government stated in a press release dated December 5, Building Code 2024 will require radon systems...

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December 4, 2023

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November 6, 2023

Launching Carter’s Project, a game-changing, heartfelt initiative

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The launch of Carter’s Project, the BC Lung Foundation’s newest, most heartfelt initiative. Here, Foundation President & CEO Christopher Lam, with...

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October 25, 2023

Don Davies, MP met with Foundation President & CEO Christopher Lam, and other partners in lung health

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Don Davies, MP for Vancouver Kingsway, is a good friend and supporter of the BC Lung Foundation — and all...

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July 24, 2023

Carter Vigh, nine years old, died July 11, from a severe asthma attack due to wildfire smoke inhalation.

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CBC Radio airs What On Earth nationally: yesterday, Foundation President & CEO Chris Lam sat with host Michelle Eliot. Also...

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Breathing Space Newsletter Summer 2023

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Thanks to the support of our donors and friends, we’re happy to tell you where your precious funds go, and...

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An alarming rise in Canadian teens vaping

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Dr. Noah Quastel  The BC Government is creating a Climate Preparedness and Adaption Strategy (CPAS). A public consultation was open...

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New community testing shows Central Okanagan is a radon hotspot

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Dr. Noah Quastel Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, killing over 3000 Canadians a year. This...

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