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10/14/2026

Holly Truchan, from Vancouver, has lived with severe asthma and allergies since she was two.

“Asthma has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. When I was just two, I was admitted to the hospital 13 times because of my asthma. I was at SickKids so often that the emergency room staff knew me by name.”

At 12, Holly spent four months in a rehabilitation centre with a specialized severe asthma program.

“Working alongside respiratory therapists taught me how to truly manage my condition. It completely changed my life and opened my eyes to a career path I had never heard of before.”

As an adult, Holly managed her asthma well for many years. But in 2017, repeated winter infections and wildfire smoke caused her lung function to decline. After reconnecting with a respirologist and immunologist, she began biologic treatment, which made a significant difference to her asthma control.

Despite this improvement, respiratory infections remain a concern. Holly experienced this firsthand after catching respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) from her nephews.

“I had a severe run-in with RSV after catching it from my nephews. For someone with healthy lungs, RSV might feel like a bad cold, but for me, it was exceptionally harsh. It took a heavy toll on my overall breathing and was incredibly tough to bounce back from. Experiences like that reinforce why taking preventive measures and staying vaccinated against respiratory illnesses is not something you can skip.”

Today, after pursuing a career as a respiratory therapist, Holly uses her personal and professional experience to encourage others to take their asthma seriously.

Her story is a reminder of the importance of vaccination for people living with asthma. This RSV Awareness Week, speak to your healthcare provider about which vaccines are right for you. 💙

09/25/2026

Jahmari Jones was a talented and creative young man from Oshawa who dreamed of building a career as an actor.

He was passionate about the arts, determined to pursue his dreams and known for making the people around him feel appreciated.

Jahmari was diagnosed with asthma when he was around five years old. As a child, his asthma was severe. He was hospitalized multiple times and followed closely by a specialized team at SickKids, where his asthma was well managed for many years.

As he got older, managing his asthma became more difficult. After aging out of pediatric care, appointments became harder to access and hospital visits became more frequent. His asthma was also triggered by allergies, seasonal changes, pollution and construction dust.

“Jahmari sometimes felt invincible. He was young and wanted to live his life. But asthma was always there.”

In 2024, Jahmari’s asthma took a devastating turn. During a severe asthma attack, he was intubated, placed on life support and connected to an ECMO machine. He suffered a stroke and brain bleed but survived and began working towards recovery.

Just weeks later, after further complications stemming from the severe asthma attack, Jahmari died on August 28, 2024. He was just 22 years old.

For his mother, Georgia, sharing Jahmari’s story is one way to keep his memory alive and help others understand the seriousness of asthma.

“An asthma attack is not just ‘trouble breathing.’ It is life or death. And knowing what to do, recognizing the signs, and acting quickly can save lives.”

Georgia hopes Jahmari’s story will help prevent another family from experiencing the loss they have endured.

“If Jahmari’s story can help prevent even one family from going through this, then his legacy will matter.” 💙

09/08/2026

Isabella (Bella) Hansen, an eight-year-old from St. John, New Brunswick, has learned that managing asthma is about understanding her triggers, staying calm and knowing what to do when breathing becomes difficult.

Bella has asthma, along with a strong family history of allergies and eczema. Her symptoms became more serious after her family’s first COVID-19 infection when she was under five, and later worsened following infections that resulted in multiple emergency room visits and even an ambulance ride.

“Despite how scary those moments were, Bella stayed incredibly positive. She told the paramedics it was her ‘best day ever’—if only she could breathe.”

For Bella’s mom, Sara, those experiences highlighted the importance of asthma education and understanding that everyone’s asthma can look different.

“Many people in our family, including myself, have dealt with asthma our whole lives. But Bella’s triggers were different, and it felt much more challenging and scary to navigate.”

Allergies, stress and change are among Bella’s biggest triggers. To help her stay calm during her puffer routine, Sara created a simple song that guides Bella through taking her medication and breathing slowly.

🎵
Puff up your chest, take a deep breath,
You’re going to be okay.
Is it loud in your mind? Just take your time,
Everything will be okay.
🎵

Bella now sings the song in her head while taking her puffer, helping her feel calm, in control and confident.

At a recent asthma clinic visit, she shared the song with her healthcare team, who loved it.

Sara hopes Bella’s story will help other children feel less afraid and encourage families to keep learning about asthma.

“Asthma doesn’t always present the same way in everyone. You want to make sure you have the right knowledge to support the people in your life.”

07/15/2026

Wildfire smoke is affecting air quality across much of Canada this week. If you or a loved one lives with asthma, please take care.

Smoke can trigger asthma symptoms and increase the risk of an attack, even if you're normally well-controlled. Stay indoors when you can, keep your reliever inhaler with you, follow your Asthma Action Plan, and check in on family and neighbours who may be more vulnerable.

We've put together 6 tips for staying safe this wildfire season: https://asthma.ca/get-help/asthma-triggers/wildfires

You can also speak with a Certified Respiratory Educator at no cost by calling our HelpLine at 1-866-787-4050 or emailing [email protected]. It's a free service, and it's there for exactly moments like this.

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05/31/2026

Our Silent Auction closes tonight at 7:00 PM ET 💙

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Every bid helps support Asthma Canada's work to improve the lives of the 4.8 million people in Canada living with asthma.

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Thank you for your support!

05/28/2026

We’ve picked out five items from our Silent Auction that are still really great value 💙

From affordable dining experiences to fun ways to get active, there are still great opportunities to bid on something special while supporting a meaningful cause.

Every bid helps support Asthma Canada and the 4.8 million people in Canada living with asthma by funding education, support, and advocacy programs that make a real difference.

Time is running out — our auction closes on May 31 at 7:00 PM ET.

Take a look and place your bids here: https://can.givergy.com/asthmacanada/?controller=lots&category=All%20Lots

Thank you for your support!

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