Myth busted: You can live with just one lung! While having a single lung may limit physical endurance, it doesn’t stop you from leading a relatively normal life.
For more information on how your lungs work, visit our website.
We’re opening up the floor to our followers!
We want to know what matters most to you. What topics or resources would you like to see from us?
Share your thoughts in the comments and help shape what’s next! 👇
Have you read about our advocacy efforts?
By sharing expert knowledge with leaders and partnering with like-minded organizations, we push for policies, treatments + support that protect lung health and improve the lives of Canadians living with
#LungDisease.
Learn more on our priorities:
lung.ca.
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In case you missed it, it's
#NationalNonSmokingWeek! The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, released a statement that notes it's time to reflect on the benefits of a smoke-free life. We are proud to be a partner of the Smoke-Free Connect supporting Canadians on their quitting journeys.
Statement from the Minister of Health on National Non-Smoking Week - Canada.ca
National Non-Smoking Week is a time to reflect on the benefits of a smoke-free life. It’s also a time to ensure there is support and resources available for those who hope to quit smoking. Since launc...
It’s
#WeedlessWednesday!
While more research on the long‑term effects of cannabis is needed, one thing we know for sure is that inhaling smoke from cannabis can be harmful to your lungs, because any kind of smoke exposes tissue to toxins and irritants.
It’s National Non‑Smoking Week! 🚭
Quitting
#smoking is a journey, and it’s different for everyone.
We’re here to help with tips and resources to support you along the way. Visit
lung.ca to explore our smoking cessation resources and take the next step toward breathing easier.
You’re not alone!
Asbestosis is a long-term lung disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibers.
Once used in products like insulation, vinyl floor tiles, cement and brake linings, it's now banned in Canada, but its effects can last a lifetime. It’s a known human carcinogen, meaning it can cause cancer in humans.
Cold air can be tough on your lungs, especially for people with asthma, COPD or other respiratory conditions. 🥶
When you breathe in very cold, dry air, your airways can tighten, making it harder to breathe and sometimes triggering coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath.
2025 marked 125 years of our commitment to
#LungHealth, and we are deeply grateful to everyone who chose to donate in honour of this milestone.
Your generosity is a meaningful investment in healthier breathing and better outcomes for people living with lung disease across Canada.
Vaccines help reduce the risk of serious respiratory illness and protect those most vulnerable in our communities.
Check in with your health-care provider to see what’s recommended for you. Learn more:
www.lung.ca/vaccinationResearch shows firefighters face a higher risk of cancer compared to the general population.
January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to spotlight the unique lung health risks firefighters encounter and the need for tailored screening.
Health of firefighters - Canada.ca
Firefighters work in urban, rural, forest, transportation, naval and mixed settings to: prevent and extinguish fires, provide emergency care as first responders
Cheers to a new year!
Just like in years past, we’re focused on helping you breathe easier and live healthier every day. From education to support, we’re here for you at every stage of your lung health journey.
Explore our programs and resources at
lung.ca.
What are your health goals this year?
As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on all that has been accomplished this year, which also marked our 125th anniversary!
Thanks to your support, we’ve reached more Canadians, funded important research and strengthened our programs in ways that truly make a difference.
Less than 48 hours left to make your 2025 tax-deductible gift!
Help us fund critical lung health research and programs before the year ends.
Find out how on our website:
lung.caLast chance to donate in 2025!
Your year-end gift will help fund life-changing lung health research, programs and support for Canadians living with lung disease.
Donating before December 31 also means you can claim it on your 2025 tax return, giving you a little extra reason to give.
Season’s greetings from all of us at the Canadian Lung Association!
We hope you have a happy holiday season filled with joy and special moments with the people you love, no matter how you celebrate! 🎄
Fact: Persistent coughs can signal
#asthma,
#COPD or other types of
#LungDisease.
If you’re experiencing an ongoing cough, it’s important to check with a doctor. Your lungs will thank you! 🫁
Looking for a meaningful gift idea? 🎁
This holiday season, give the gift of hope. Your donation to the Canadian Lung Association helps us fight lung disease and support families from coast to coast to coast.
Give today:
lung.ca
#LungDisease #LungHealthDid you know?
In 2003, the Federal Tobacco Act took a big step in protecting Canadians’ health by forbidding tobacco company sponsorship of art and sporting events. 🚭
The common cold really lives up to its name. With over 100 known cold viruses, it’s one of the most common respiratory illnesses out there.
But how do we actually catch it? 🤧
Living with chronic lung disease doesn’t mean giving up the things you love!
BreatheSTRONG is our online, self-paced program designed to help you build confidence, strengthen your lungs + manage symptoms from wherever you are.
Sign up today at
lung.ca/BreatheSTRONG.
The countdown to impact is on as we wrap up another year!
With the December 31 donation deadline approaching, now is the perfect time to make a gift that fuels research and support our programs and advocacy efforts, while also offering tax benefits.
Christmas Seals are a global tradition: the original idea came from a postman in Denmark!
They were created in Canada in 1907 + that first campaign raised $7K+ (nearly $200K today).
100+ lung associations use the Seals to fuel lung health research + support. We’re proud to be part of it!
Tomorrow’s the big day: Giving Tuesday!
With your support, researchers like Nadia are pushing us closer to breakthroughs in asthma and other lung health challenges.
Your gift fuels the discoveries that help Canadians breathe easier. Donate tomorrow at
lung.ca and be part of the progress.
Thanks to generous donors like you, we proudly awarded research funding to support the next generation of lung health innovators.
This Giving Tuesday, your support will continue to help fund critical research across Canada that leads to better treatments, earlier diagnoses and lives saved.
This Black Friday, consider giving a gift that truly matters.
A donation can make a real difference in supporting lung health, funding research and helping Canadians breathe easier.
Make a gift:
www.lung.ca/donate?utm_s...Online Donate Form | Canadian Lung Association
Give...from the heart to your lungs Whether it’s for a premature baby struggling for air, a lung cancer patient undergoing chemo, a teenager hoping for a new set of lungs, or the looming threat of ano...
A heartfelt thank you to our platinum sponsor, Merck, for helping make our 125th anniversary celebration such a success!
Your generosity helps fuel our work to advance lung health and support Canadians from coast to coast to coast.
Your home should be a safe haven, not a place that makes you sick. 🏠
Poor indoor air quality can affect anyone, in any home. There are simple steps you can take to breathe easier this season.
Swipe for a few practical air quality tips to keep your home healthy, comfortable and safe for everyone.
As the year comes to a close, here’s a gentle reminder that your year-end gift can make a lasting impact.
Your support helps fuel future lung health initiatives. Every donation, big or small, helps us plan ahead and be ready for the challenges and opportunities in the year to come.
Want to be the steady breath behind our mission?
Join us as a monthly donor with the Canadian Lung Association and make your support count year-round.
We're so thankful for our Silver sponsors — Sanofi, CGA Consulting and our Celebrate125 donors — for supporting our 125th anniversary celebration.
Your support helps us continue improving lung health for Canadians. We appreciate you!
It’s time to spotlight one of the most serious lung infections:
#Pneumonia.
It causes inflammation in one or both lungs, filling the air sacs with fluid or pus and making it harder for your body to get the oxygen it needs.
