Hello to all!

This is my 9th year canvassing and connecting with friends and family on behalf of Heart & Stroke to deliver life-saving information and raise funds for vital research — research that could one day lead to a breakthrough that will save countless lives.

This year’s campaign carries a powerful message: When it comes to women’s heart and brain health, it's #TimeToSeeRed:

• Heart disease and stroke are the #1 cause of premature death for women in Canada
• Heart attack symptoms go unrecognized in 53% of women
• 2/3 of heart disease and stroke clinical research focuses on men

The numbers say it all. Women are under-researched, under-diagnosed, under-treated, and over-dying. It’s time to close the research gap and stop women dying unnecessarily. It’s #TimeToSeeRed.

This fundraising effort is personal and I am looking to you for donations to support this important cause. I am fundraising to create more survivors.

Thank you so much for your support. It is greatly appreciated.

Cathy D’Alessandris

LIFE. We dont want you to miss it.