SASKATCHEWAN IS LEADING THE COUNTRY AS WE BECOME THE FIRST PROVINCE IN CANADA TO HAVE A MANDATORY ASBESTOS REGISTRY

April 18, Saskatoon - A historic vote took place in the Saskatchewan legislature today! The Lung Association of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization want to congratulate both sides of the Saskatchewan Assembly for passing Bill 604, The Public Health (Howard's Law) Amendment Act! "This is a great example of how making public health a priority and putting aside partisan politics can lead to positive legislative change for the residents of our province. Saskatchewan is leading the country as we become the first province in Canada to have a mandatory asbestos registry," says Jennifer Miller, Vice-President of Health Promotion for the Lung Association of Saskatchewan.

Health groups applaud Saskatchewan Government for supporting Howard's Law

Regina, March 14, 2013 - Health groups and the family of the late Howard Willems are calling today a great day for public health in Saskatchewan.  Bill 604, the Asbestos Right to Know Act received unanimous support during second reading today at the Saskatchewan legislature.  Bill 604 or Howard's Law is a private members bill introduced last fall by Opposition leader Cam Broten.  The bill will make it mandatory for all buildings that contain asbestos that are under the control of the government or its agencies, to be included on an electronic public registry.

Your Decision CAN Make a Difference!

Saskatoon, March 1, 2013 - In the overall scheme of things deciding whether or not to purchase a raffle ticket may not seem like a very important decision but it really is! Especially for the hundreds of thousands of people in our province that are affected by lung disease. On a daily basis they rely on The Lung Association of Saskatchewan and the education, programs, support groups, and cutting-edge research that we provide or facilitate.

Supporters of mandatory asbestos registry launch on-line petition

Saskatoon, Feb 28, 2013 - Health organizations, firefighters and emergency medical workers are asking the public to show their support for a mandatory asbestos registry by signing an on-line petition. Bill 604 or Howard's Law would make the reporting of asbestos in public buildings mandatory in Saskatchewan. "The public has a right to know if the building they work in, the school or daycare their child attends or the nursing home their parent lives in contains asbestos. We believe the public agrees so we're providing them with an easy way to show their support," says Jennifer Miller, Vice-President of Health Promotion with the Lung Association of Saskatchewan.

Zumbathon® For Asthma

Saskatoon, January 8, 2013 – Please join the Lung Association for an official charity Zumbathon® event! The action packed 1.5 hour of non-stop Zumba® will be led by Kelly Duncalfe-Baker and her team, to raise awareness about asthma, the most common childhood chronic disease that affects 35,000 children in Saskatchewan.

The Lung Association - We are the Christmas Seal People!
Celebrate healthy lungs & clean air this holiday season

Saskatoon, December 18, 2012 - During the month of December our social calendar fills up as we gather together with family, friends, and neighbors to celebrate the holidays in our own special way. Many of our Saskatchewan residents will travel during this time while others are preparing for the arrival of much anticipated guests.

Dinsmore Resident WINS the 2012 Stamp Out Asthma Raffle

Saskatoon, December 10, 2012 - The official draw ceremonies for the 2012 Stamp Out Asthma Raffle took place Friday, December 7 at The Lung Association of Saskatchewan provincial office in Saskatoon.

The Lung Association - We are the Christmas Seal People! Celebrate healthy lungs & clean air this holiday season

Saskatoon, December 3, 2012 - At the turn of the 20th century when the tuberculosis epidemic swept across Saskatchewan and Canada, the Saskatchewan Anti-Tuberculosis League, flanked by an army of volunteers and donors, held fast to the premise that everyone has a right to lung health and that holds true today. For over 100 years, generations of people across Saskatchewan and Canada have joined in the fight for healthy lungs and clean air by supporting the Lung Association's annual Christmas Seals campaign.

Final Tally for The Lung Association of Saskatchewan's 2012 Team COPD Coast2Coast Challenge is: 8832 kilometers.

Saskatoon, November 26, 2012 - Participation in this year's Team COPD Coast2Coast Challenge was a huge success. The energy, contribution, and enthusiasm brought to this year's activities were outstanding. Our pulmonary rehabilitation members with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and the support from their families was displayed through energetic activities such as Zumba®, Crossfit, Ultimate Frisbee, along with the regular rehabilitation program activities of stretching, weightlifting, walking, biking and cardio workouts.

Don't Miss Your Chance To Win!

Saskatoon, November 15, 2012 - Don't miss your chance to win up to $123,375 in tax-free cash with the 2012 Stamp Out Asthma Raffle! The deadline to purchase your tickets is quickly approaching – November 30 will be here before you know it. We want you to have your name included in the draw. Tickets are only $35 each, two for $60, or four for $100.