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Welcome to EquaHeart

Heart-health education, wherever you are.

Cardiovascular disease affects people differently across Canada. Our mission is to bring clear, evidence-based, culturally aware heart health teaching to communities that need it most—led by resident physicians and supported by local partners.

About Us

Bridging the gap in heart health education.

To reduce preventable cardiovascular disease by bringing clear, accessible heart health education to underserved communities.

Across Canada, many communities face higher risk of heart disease because of barriers like language, income, geography, and discrimination. EquaHeart was created to help close that gap through simple, practical, evidence-based teaching—designed with communities, not just for them.

Resident physicians and local partners deliver sessions on the full spectrum of cardiovascular health, including heart attack prevention, heart failure, heart rhythm problems, and valvular disease. Our approach is plain-language, visual, and grounded in real-world challenges.

Community-tailored learning

Sessions adapted to the culture, language, and needs of each group.

Clinician-led, evidence-based

Led by resident physicians with support from cardiology teams.

“EquaHeart made heart health simple and understandable for our community. It felt respectful, practical, and truly supportive.”

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Programs

Clinical pillars

EquaHeart programs follow four core pillars, using short, adaptable sessions for communities, clinics, and schools—all in plain language with clear visuals.

Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD) Prevention

Sessions focused on preventing heart attack, stroke, and peripheral arterial disease through simple explanations of risk factors and daily-life strategies.

Heart Failure

Clear, visual teaching to help individuals and families understand symptoms, medications, fluid management, and when to seek care.

Valvular Heart Disease

Easy-to-understand lessons about common valve conditions, tests like echocardiograms, and what to expect during monitoring or treatment.

Arrhythmias & Atrial Fibrillation

Sessions covering AFib, stroke risk, blood thinners, palpitations, and common rhythm monitoring tools.

More Educational Formats

Have Questions? We’re Here to Help.

info@equaheart.ca

Why Choose EquaHeart

Clear heart-health education

Cardiovascular disease is Canada’s leading killer, but access to prevention and support isn’t equal. EquaHeart bridges this gap with practical, culturally aware, plain-language education.

Community-focused teaching

Programs shaped around the needs, languages, and lived experiences of diverse communities.

Clinician-led, evidence-based content

Created by resident physicians with support from cardiology teams and health partners.

Mission-driven work

We aim to reduce preventable cardiovascular disease by improving access to reliable heart health information.

Vision for equity

A future where every person—regardless of background or circumstance—has the knowledge needed to protect their heart.

“EquaHeart made heart health education easy to understand and truly relevant to our community.”

John Doe

Designer

Where To Start

Take Your First Step Towards Better Heart Health.

EquaHeart makes learning about heart health simple, practical, and community-focused. Whether you are a community member, volunteer, or clinician, you can start by exploring our programs, requesting a session, or joining as a volunteer.