My name is Dale Smith. My journey started in 2012 when I had lung cancer and had an upper lob removed in October (my 50th birthday). A year later I was diagnosed with IPF. I was told my life expectancy was about 5 years. It’s now been 8 years, and 6 months ago, it...

    Our Winnipeg Jets light up for Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness

On Sept 20 the Forks lit up the WINNIPEG sign in recognition of Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month

    John Dennis, 76 1/2 former pulmonary fibrosis patients who received single lung transplant in March 2021, cycling to raise awareness for Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation with his Mission Possible.

Photos of the Calgary tower from September 18th - all red and blue!

  In the last two weeks I have ridden another 100K and walked 18K. I van now say I am healed from my rib injuries and my torn groin and I am feeling great. I had a very great six month checkup this week and Dr. M. Chiasson was very pleased with my condition and...

  The inspiring story of Achille Abbondanza. "Cycling became my second and favourite therapy." Achille Abbondanza was diagnosed in 2015 with Pulmonary Fibrosis and has cycled almost 18.000 km during...

A special thanks to Pat Popwell, Support Group Leader from Cape Breton for getting the Big Fiddler light up for Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month!

  Charlie Clark, Mayor of Saskatoon, declares September 2021 Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month.

A message from Calgary's Mayor Nenshi:   Below is the proclamation from Calgary's Mayor Nenshi that September 2021 is Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month!

  I met with Mayor Mike Savage, Mayor of Halifax this morning and we had a good conversation and the Mayor signed a proclamation declaring September Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month in Halifax. Thank you so much Mayor Mike Savage and your staff.

Past pictures of our support group blowing bubble together for PF. Laughter and friendship at our Christmas luncheon.

On the 10th of August I was doing a 50K ride and as I hit the 26 K I felt my left groin tear. I got off my bike and could not walk without extreme pain and difficulty. I got back on my bike as I had to get back to my car. While peddling I was okay but once I got back...

Just an update as I have started to ride and record kilometers on the Bike Trails of Nova Scotia. On Tuesday, I did an interview with CTV Live at Five and then rode 25 K to Tantallon. As I got off my bike for a rest and to talk about Hope Breaths Here, I felt my left...

A tribute to Terry Hardy, founder of Niagara IPF support group. "Together IPF can be beaten!!" Many thanks from all those whom you assisted during your journey with this very difficult disease.

A huge thank you to Abbie & the Clarke family for organizing the walk for PF. Thanks to my husband Ken for his unwavering support over the last 46 years, over 11 years with PF. I've also had support from our daughter Kelly, Todd, Ben & Avery. Our son Dean,...

Thank you to everyone who lives their lives to help others. This is how I will always remember my mom. In loving memory of Eldeen Mary Fellos (MOM) LOVE. -  Karen Laurie  

Larry loved politics, books, Red Dwarf, bridges, airplanes, single malt scotch, and useless trivia....  

A tribute to Jackie who continues to work hard with the Clarke family for CPFF. And a special tribute to Cathy who courageously fought a tough battle - Bev Isabey  

Murray James Closs 1947 - 2017 You will forever be remembered as a strong and courageous man who made this world and ours a better place XOXO Missing you every day. - Your wife Judith and daughter Jennifer  

My dad Albert Campbell was always so proud of his family and I'm proud he was my dad.

My beautiful mother, Marg. 1930-2016. A wonderful role model and a very kind and loving person. Miss you every day. - Carol Taylor

My tribute to my husband Richard J. Martin. You lived your life with purpose, principles, determination, and unconditional love for your family. I miss you every day. October 1, 2018. - Moyra Martin

Our beautiful Mom, Donna 1950-2019. You lived your life with faith and courage. Always thinking of others before yourself. Your servant heart touched so many lies and your unconditional love for family will never be forgotten. Miss you so much! - Kari Boyes

Thanks to all those who participated in the Clarke Walk for PF. Your support makes this event the success it is. From all of us at the Clarke family - thank you. It was 13 years ago that my dad passed way from PF. Still miss him greatly.

This is a tribute to our daughter Shelley and grandson Rayyan who battle PF every day. They are true PF warriors. - Lynda Macdonald

This is a tribute for our sister Cathy who lost her battle with PF five years ago. She's in this photo with Darren Clarke. We miss her every day.  - Lynda Macdonald

Barbara was a loyal advocate for the CPFF, the extended PF community, as well as palliative and hospice care. Forever with us.

My husband Joseph Robichaud lived with Pulmonary Fibrosis and journey to receive a lung transplant. The disease progressed beyond the availability of a match. Remembered as kind, a loving hard worker, and always there for family and friends.

This is Abbie's great Grandma Tess (lost to PF in the '80s). This is where our Clarke story started and as you can see the disease has been around far too long. Great Grandma/ Grandma/ Mother/ Wife/Friend - she could spread her love around like no other. She is very...

Peter, the imprint you left on our lives will always be in our hearts. ???? Love all your girls. ????

This picture was taken St. Patricks Day 2016, when my husband Brendan was diagnosed IPF. He smiled right to the end of that journey August 30, 2019. Brave man taken far too soon by a disease most know nothing about.

John Etherington (1944-2020) fought bravely for 4 ½ years. He did not let shortness of breath keep him from walking our dog, Sophi. She led him on many near disasters and tip overs but he persevered. He is sadly missed by his entire family including Sophi.

This is our 3rd year attending the Hamilton City Sign being illuminated blue and red to build awareness and promote IPF by blowing bubbles.    

In 2010, my mother, Deena Eliosoff, was diagnosed with Systemic Scleroderma which gave her Pulmonary Fibrosis. Her health deteriorated rapidly, to the point where she would be stuck in the hospital for weeks, if not months at a time on a semi-regular basis. I would...

My husband Leo was diagnosed with IPF in 2014. His lovely mum Louisa was diagnosed in 2007 with IPF and died in 2015. Our family like so many , know too well the reality of this disease. We appreciate the work that the CPFF has been doing to build the knowledge,...

My name is Joan-Marie Schoen.  I live in the wonderful city of Calgary. I want to help find a cure for pulmonary fibrosis.  This is my story and I tell it in loving memory of my father, William (Bill) Jamieson. 1954-2011

My mom, Florence, was THE strongest, toughest, most loving and selfless person I know. We lost her sister, Linda first, to pulmonary fibrosis. Then mom was diagnosed & we lost her in 2016. We all miss them & think of them daily! Then their oldest sister,...

Next week will be a year since Dad passed away from IPF and his laughter is so greatly missed. He persevered with IPF and never stopped adding a little humor to cherished time with family and friends. I am thankful for all the medical and support workers that helped...

Arie lived bravely with IPF for almost 5 years. He was so proud of his Dutch heritage and was excited to receive Dutch treats for Christmas,

My mum was diagnosed with IPF in April 2016 and I just lost her on September 11, 2020. I'm crying as I write this because our relationship was so strained and challenging but this past 10 months while my husband and I were her caregivers she had definitely mellowed...

We find it amazing how Martha continues to portray a cheerful and positive attitude; her choice to surmount many challenges, and the way she cares so much for others. Love from your "First Wives" group in Nanaimo

My parents, Margaret and Bruce Hill, both passed from IPF. My Mom's sister is currently battling IPF. Mom passed in March 2006 and after looking after Mom, Dad was diagnosed a year after her passing and he passed in December 2010. Mom passed in my arms and Dad lived...

This is my dad, my hero. He has beaten all the odds, at 11 years post lung transplant he’s lived to travel the world, walk me down the aisle and watch his beautiful grand-children come into this world and spoil them with so much love. This transplant may have saved...

Gordon Parker was diagnosed with IPF in April 2013 and passed away in June 2014. My Dad was the first in our family to have IPF so when he was diagnosed, we had no idea what we were all dealing with. My Dad also had Alzheimer’s so our struggle was difficult. Our...

My mother Heather was diagnosed with IPF about 5 years ago. She passed away in August this year. I watched this vicious disease literally take her breath away but I have never known a stronger woman in my life. She taught me everything I know and fought this disease...

I was diagnosed with PF a few years ago. I had mobility and breathing problems. I started going to the gym 3 times a week and I feel big improvements in both. Just turned 82

We remember you for your constant positive outlook on life- no matter how you were feeling. Missed and loved beyond measure. Xo

I have been living with rheumatoid arthritis since 1981 and Sjögren’s Syndrome for the last ten years or so. While enjoying some golf in the summer of 2017, I did notice that I could hear myself breathing, was tiring easily and would start looking for a bench to sit...

Five years after diagnosis of IPF in 2013 received double lung transplant at UHN in late 2018. A good quality of life has been returned and I am so grateful.

My wife Brenda Lucy Hickey passed away on June 3, 2020, @ 6:45 am. Brenda was diagnosed with IPF in 1994. Over the years with this terrible terrible disease, Brenda was strong and never complained. On June 3, 2020, sitting in her favorite chair with her favorite...

In memory of my husband, Wally, a teacher of bravery, love, and humour ... you are so missed.

After being a very athletic person my whole life, it has become somewhat of a challenge to learn to adapt to being able to only walk short distances with oxygen. I am hoping that with my potential lung transplant I may regain some of that adventure I used to have....

I was diagnosed with IPF approximately 10 years ago. I believe that I had this disease for a few years before then. I've decided to let nature take its course. I wish everyone who has this disease good fortune. - Janette MacDonald

I had been working for a few years as a respiratory therapist. During that time, I had met with and helped treat people with pulmonary fibrosis. It was a topic we didn't cover in great depth during school and my knowledge about this disease was somewhat limited. My...

Robert you would be so proud of CPFF today.

Four years ago, double-lung transplant recipient Jacqui Bowick-Sandor ran a Facebook contest to name her two new lungs. The winner suggested Amazing and Grace. The names could also be used to describe this brave 55-year-old from Smith Falls, Ontario, as she faced life with IPF and then the ongoing challenges following her transplant.

Canadian Government Officials provide proclamations, declarations, and greetings for Pulmonary Fibrosis Month. Read Official Acknowledgements.    

Honourable John Horgan, Premier of British Columbia extends warm greetings to British Columbians participating in activities to mark Pulmonary Fibrosis Month in Canada throughout September. Read Premier Horgan's greeting