Building on the legacy of the Ontario Lung Association
Meet the Lung Health Foundation
At the Lung Health Foundation, our unwavering commitment is to support and empower individuals living with lung disease across Canada. Through our range of community initiatives, grass-roots educational programs, research and advocacy, we elevate awareness and foster a compassionate environment for those affected by lung conditions, including their caregivers. We are dedicated to improving the lung health of Canadians.
Our story
At the Lung Health Foundation, we’re here for the 1 in 5 Canadians living with lung disease, and for everyone who loves them. We’re Canada’s largest lung health charity, leading the charge through education, research, and advocacy. Rooted in the legacy of the Ontario Lung Association (OLA), we became a national organization in 2020 to take on the growing gaps in care, support, and awareness across the country. Our work is grounded in real stories, real people, and a relentless drive to create change.
From asthma to COPD, from lung cancer to respiratory illness, we deliver trusted evidence-informed programs, fund innovative research, and speak up for policies that protect and improve lung health. And we don’t do it alone. We collaborate with national and global partners to strengthen the voice of lung health because no one should face this journey unsupported.
We are the Lung Health Foundation— and we’re here for all Canadians!
Our vision
A world where everyone can breathe easier
Our mission
Improving the lung health of Canadians
Our focus
We help Canadians manage their health and well-being through our focus on:
Lung cancer
We’re eliminating the barrier of stigma and giving those living with lung cancer a fighting chance.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
We offer COPD patients programs and resources to keep them out of hospital, so they can live their lives to the fullest.
Asthma
We're working to ensure that no one loses a loved one to asthma.
Smoking Vaping Prevention and Cessation
We provide support and education to ensure that future generations don’t suffer the debilitating effects of lung disease caused by tobacco, cannabis, or vape products.
Infectious Respiratory Disease
We work to protect Canadians from the impact of COVID-19 and ensure older adults keep their independence through immunization.
