Asthma Community Stories
Amber's Story
Amber was just 14 years old when she tragically lost her life to an asthma attack.
Her story, shared by her mom Kim, is a powerful reminder that asthma is a serious, life-threatening disease — and why the work of Asthma Canada is so vital.
Josh's Story
Josh lived with severe asthma his entire life, which often held him back from doing the things he loved.
His story shows that with determination and the right support, it’s possible to gain control of your asthma and live life to the fullest.
What Is Asthma?
Doctors define asthma as a “chronic inflammatory disease of the airway.”
How To Tell You Have Asthma
Learn about the signs & symptoms of asthma and proper diagnosis.
Newly Diagnosed? Start Here
Access information and educational resources on living with asthma.
Medications & Treatment
Learn about the different types of asthma medications and treatment options available.
Common Asthma Triggers
Triggers often lead to asthma attacks. A trigger is any thing or condition that causes inflammation in the airways, which then leads to asthma symptoms.
Asthma In Children
Asthma affects the lives of over 850,000 children in Canada. Find out how to best manage your children’s asthma.
Severe Asthma
What is Severe Asthma? Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
COVID-19 & Vaccines
Asthma Canada has developed resources outlining everything you need to know about vaccine-preventable diseases such as COVID-19, Pneumonia, Influenza (flu), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and Herpes Zoster (Shingles).
Nasal Polyps & Asthma
Learn about nasal polyps and how they are treated.
Join the Community
Stay informed, inspired, and connected—follow Asthma Canada on social media for the latest updates on asthma research, advocacy, and support. Join our community and help us raise awareness so that everyone with asthma can breathe easier!
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The Reality of Asthma in Canada
Over 4.6 million people are living with asthma in Canada
1 in 2 people with asthma are living with uncontrolled asthma, putting them at risk of serious illness—even death
80,000 visits are made to the emergency room each year because of asthma attacks
317 people are diagnosed with asthma each day
As many as 465,000 people living with asthma have severe asthma, a type of asthma that’s difficult to control, even with high doses of medication
Over 300 families lose a loved one because of asthma each year
Your gift today can help fund research, education, and critical support.
Support Canadians living with asthma
Over 4.6 million people are living with asthma in Canada right now! Your generous contribution will enable Asthma Canada to not only heighten awareness and deliver vital education on such critical issues but also advance our efforts in research aimed at ultimately finding a cure for asthma.
A Pathway to a Symptom Free Future
Our vision is a future without asthma.
Our mission is to help people living with asthma lead healthy lives through education, advocacy, and research.
Asthma Canada’s 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, A Pathway to a Symptom-Free Future, was developed through a thoughtful, inclusive process—shaped by national surveys, focus groups, expert input, and conversations with people living with asthma.
Guided by a dedicated task force and diverse lived experiences, the plan reflects what Canada’s asthma community needs and sets the stage for greater impact in the years ahead.