Walk With Us: Heart & Stroke Fundraiser, September 21 in Yellowknife

Why This Matters

Did you know that 1 in 100 people are born with a congenital heart defect (CHD)? Did you know that in Canada, one person dies every 5 minutes from heart disease, stroke, or vascular cognitive impairment? Did you know that more than 3.5 million people across Canada are living with these conditions.

But here’s the hopeful part: we’re on the verge of significant breakthroughs, and your donation can help make them happen.

Why I’m Hosting This Walk

My name is Scott Thomson, and earlier this year I was diagnosed with a bicuspid aortic valve, a type of congenital heart defect that I’ve had since I was born. I had a long four years of pushing and searching for answers, and if I hadn’t pushed for testing, I may never have known that I had BAV until it was too late.

That’s why I’m organizing the Heart & Stroke Walk for 1 in 100. This isn’t just about me. It’s about shining a light on CHD, raising awareness, and making sure others know the signs and the importance of screening before it affects them or their loved ones.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, September 21
Location: Somba K’e Park, Yellowknife
Distance: 3 km, family- and stroller-friendly

👉 Register or donate here: https://heartandstroke.crowdchange.ca/113260

How Your Support Helps

Your donation will support life-saving research, advocacy, and education through the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Every year, volunteer fundraisers across Canada raise funds for this critical work. Together, we can fuel the next big breakthrough, drive new scientific discoveries, and save lives.

When you give, you’re not only supporting people like me, you’re helping:

Families living with CHD and heart disease
Kids who deserve early screening and timely care
Remote and northern communities where access to treatment and travel support is often limited

How You Can Get Involved

You can:

Walk with us on September 21 at Somba K’e Park
Join the fundraising team and invite others to give
Donate directly if you can’t attend

Every step, every share, every dollar makes a difference.

Let’s Do This Together

This is about creating change, saving lives, and building a future where fewer families face the fear of heart disease and stroke. I’m asking you to join me in making it happen.

👉 Register or donate today: https://heartandstroke.crowdchange.ca/113260

Together, we’ll beat heart disease and stroke.