by fhcadmin | Mar 26, 2025 | 2025 Campaign, Canadian Cancer Society
“Charity starts at home.” Dating back to the 1600s, this unattributed phrase is experienced in many ways by various people. To me, it started at home with my mother which developed a deeply charitable spirit within me. My family unit consisted of my mother, my sister... 
by fhcadmin | Oct 1, 2024 | Health Hints
Each of us on the Federated Health Charities team uniquely honour the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day not just on September 30th, but throughout the year. We’d like to share our unique perspectives with you… “Truth & reconciliation... 
by Lecri | Feb 3, 2024 | Sin categoría
Black History Month recognizes the role of the Black community in the history of Canada, as well as celebrates the achievements and ongoing contributions of Black Canadians to Canada’s history and culture. As we recognize the achievements of Black communities in... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 24, 2023 | Health Hints
We all react differently to the change of the seasons. But for some of us, the shorter days, colder weather, and lack of sunlight at this time of year can have an impact on our moods. About 11% of men and 16% of women in Canada will experience depression at some point... 
by fhcadmin | Nov 17, 2023 | Health Hints
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in Canada. Currently, close to 12 million people across the country live with diabetes or prediabetes. With more than 200,000 new cases of diabetes diagnosed every year, the...