Each February the Heart and Stroke Foundation celebrates Heart Month by holding it's annual person-to-person campaign. This year will be the same.
In communities across the country - including in Yorkton - canvassers will be knocking on doors to raise needed funds for the foundation.
"During this month we rely on the dedication of thousands of volunteers who selflessly give their time by canvassing their neighborhood to collect donations to help us reach our fundraising goals each year," says Harry Ramsbottome, local program coordinator.
"The Heart and Stroke Foundation protects the lives of all Canadians by funding world class scientific research which results in medical advancements, social change and education to prevent and reduce death and disability from heart disease and stroke."
More than 900 hospital and university-based research teams depend on the foundation.
According to statistics, one in three Canadians die from heart disease and stroke each year, making this the leading cause of death in the country.
As a result, the month of February has been proclaimed Heart Month in Canada and in Yorkton and the local campaign is counting on your support.
