Summer 2026 Newsletter!

This Spring, the BC Lung Foundation held our 2nd annual Smoke-Free Generation Student Video Contest to encourage youth to avoid...

On June 10 the BC Lung Foundation was in Ashton Creek to install an air quality monitor. The monitor was...

Throughout the week, over 100 DIY air cleaners were built, 70 indoor air quality monitors were distributed, and 3 outdoor air quality monitors were installed.

The U.K. Parliament has passed legislation that would ban anyone born after 2008 from buying tobacco products — ever. Should Canada...

Congratulations to the winner of the Dr. David V. Bates Scholarship, Aiden Comeau, and the the winner of the Dr....

On Tuesday, March 31st, BC Lung Foundation visited both Watch Lake-North Green Lake Volunteer Fire Department and 70 Mile House...

Dangerous wildfire smoke concentrations in Canada have nearly tripled since the turn of the century. In British Columbia, summer has...

BC Lung Foundation’s Climb the Wall fundraising event has become an annual reunion of firefighters from around British Columbia. With...

Radon gas is invisible, toxic and millions of Canadians have no idea it’s hiding in their homes. For The National,...

On the evening of November 7th, 2025, BC Lung Foundation’s annual Wonder Gala took place at the stunning Terminal City...

One boy’s legacy: lessons on how to survive smoky skies. Take a listen here: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-429-what-on-earth/clip/16173487-one-boys-legacy-lessons-survive-smoky-skies OR see the article here:...

This past week, BC Lung travelled to Gold River on Vancouver Island to deliver free air quality monitors and facilitate...

Check out what’s happening at the BC Lung Foundation in our Summer 2025 Newsletter. Click here to view!

As wildfires grow more intense and frequent in British Columbia, some of the best and brightest minds in lung health...

The Central Okanagan Foundation generously provided $15,000 in funding for the BREATHE Project in 2025 – an initiative co-supported by...

On July 8th, 2025, BC Lung Foundation visited Dawson Creek, BC, bringing air quality monitors to local households through Carter’s...

Back in April, the BC Lung Foundation launched a Smoke-Free Generation Student Video Contest to encourage youth to avoid smoking...

In this month’s episode of Airwaves & Airways we chat about firefighting and lung health and explore the respiratory risks...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

September is a month of excitement for many, however, the transition of back to school comes risks for children living...

In episode 3 of BC Lung’s podcast, Airwaves & Airways, we chat with Dr. Emily Brigham, who is a practicing...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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/

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

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

A big win in BC! Yesterday, it was announced that the province will require nicotine pouches to be sold only by...

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...

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes a mild, cold-like symptoms. Most people recover in a...

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

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

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

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

Teen vaping in Canada is highest in the world. BC Lung Foundation CEO Chris Lam discussed these findings from a...

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

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