On June 10th, wear and share RED to help bring the first MRI home to St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre!
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RedDAY Stories
Denise’s Story
“I don’t want to stop doing what I’m doing, because I feel like I’ve been given a second chance.”
John’s Story
“I lost complete faith in my body. My body let me down. It was very depressing and upsetting and I felt like a victim.”
Paul’s Story
“You know, I was so fit. I was so healthy. I was doing triathlons. The discovery of heart disease was a real blow to the ego.”
RedDAY Toolkit
Virtual Meeting Backgrounds
Download these virtual backgrounds for your next meeting to help raise awareness for RedDAY in support of St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre.
Hands-Only CPR Wallet Card
If you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse, Hands-Only CPR is the recommended form of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). It increases the likelihood of survival and is simple to learn and remember.
Virtual Photobooth
Wear RED, take a photo, and share it with #RedDAYFriday – help bring an MRI home to St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre!
RedDAY Resources
St. Mary’s MRI Needs
Did you know that St. Mary’s General Hospital is the only hospital in the region without MRI, and the only regional cardiac care centre in the province without this vital piece of equipment?
Physical Activity And Your Heart
Learn more about the benefits of physical activity, including some tips and suggestions on how to get moving!
Heart Disease and You: What You Need to Know
2.4 Million Canadian adults live with diagnosed heart disease – here are the facts.
Manulife Match
Donate in support of #RedDAYFriday and Manulife will match your donation, dollar for dollar* to support St. Mary's Regional Cardiac Care Centre.
FAQs
On June 10th, the Region of Waterloo and beyond will come together as a community to share RED in support of heart health – raising awareness for heart disease, along with much-needed funds for St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre.
Start a team, join a team, or register as an individual – then, make a donation and start fundraising! On June 10th, wear and share RED for heart health! Use hashtag #RedDAYFriday to share your photos and videos on social media.
Once you’re registered, you’ll gain access to our NEW fundraising hub, which provides you with all the tools you’ll need to raise funds in support of RedDAY. Customize your personal / team page, then share with friends, family, and coworkers to get donations – all you have to do is ask! You can start a team, join an existing team, or register as an individual participant.
Visit the Share Your Story page and provide your details. Someone from the SMGHF team will reach out to learn more and/or schedule an interview. You can also share your story via social media using hashtag #RedDAYFriday or simply post a photo wearing RED to show your support.
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RedDAY Virtual Photobooth
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RedDAY 2022 Sponsors
