Summer Newsletter

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...

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...