Welcome to our Community Stories page, where we share the voices and experiences of those living with asthma across Canada. Our goal is to inspire and empower you by demonstrating that, with effective asthma management, leading a full and healthy life is entirely possible. At the same time, we emphasize that asthma is a serious condition that requires ongoing vigilance and care. If you have an asthma story, we want to hear it.
Dr. Teresa To
Dr. Teresa To is a leading asthma researcher known for her groundbreaking work using large-scale population data to study asthma in Canada.
Jaqueline Murdoch
Diagnosed with asthma later in life, Jacqueline relies on a solid care plan and staying up-to-date with vaccines to keep thriving.
Henry and Jordan Shaw
The Shaw family’s journey highlights the challenges of managing childhood asthma, the importance of early intervention, and the power of advocacy in securing the right care.
Hannah & Melanie Cabral
Caring for one child with severe asthma is challenging, but for the Cabral family, managing the condition for both of their children is a daily reality.
Vibhas Bapat
Vibhas has lived with asthma and eczema his whole life, navigating challenges as both a patient and caregiver to two children with asthma.
Payton DeVries
Payton along with her family have been on a rollercoaster of emotions with her severe asthma since the day she was born.
Toni & Elias Pellegrino
Toni Pellegrino, a dedicated mother, has been on a challenging journey with her six-year-old son, Elias, who is living with asthma.
Adrienne Lam
For most of Adrienne’s early life, asthma played a huge role in determining what she could and couldn’t do – until she took control.
Amanda Fearon
Amanda tragically passed away from an asthma attack, underscoring the urgent need for faster access to specialist care and greater awareness of asthma’s potentially fatal risks.
Grace Pyatt
For Grace, it took time, but she now has control over her asthma, and is thriving as a professional volleyball player.
Josh Rheaume
Josh’s asthma significantly influenced his early life, limiting his activities. However, this changed when he discovered running, using it to reclaim control of his life.
Judy Godfrey
Reflecting on Asthma Canada’s history, Judy stands out as a cornerstone in its formation and as its founding president.
Penny Grant
Penny Grant’s unexpected asthma diagnosis in her 50s transformed her into a passionate advocate for Canada’s asthma community.
Carter Vigh
In 2023, at just nine years of age, Carter’s vibrant life was tragically cut short by a severe asthma attack brought on by wildfire smoke.
Renay Michele Lambert
Renay’ life took an unexpected turn when her health began to decline due to breathing difficulties.
Christine Moffatt
Christine understands all too well, the importance of self-advocacy for individuals living with asthma.
WATCH: Overcoming Severe Asthma with Biologics - Fatima
Fatima was diagnosed with severe asthma in 2012, a condition that drastically impacted her life. In the early days, severe asthma prevented her from doing the things she loved, such as working and cooking for her son. Overwhelmed with fear and hopelessness, she struggled to see a way forward.
Everything changed when Fatima was referred to a specialist and enrolled in a trial for a new biologic medication. The treatment transformed her life, giving her the ability to enjoy the activities she once cherished. Today, Fatima is thriving and has regained the ability to live her life to the fullest.
WATCH: Managing Severe Asthma in Twins - Thelma
Thelma’s twin children, Reece and Riley, were diagnosed with severe asthma as infants, which led to frequent hospital visits throughout their early years.
After a decade of managing their condition, they were finally prescribed a biologic medication that has dramatically transformed their lives. Thelma believes that active management and regular testing are crucial for anyone living with asthma to achieve the best possible outcomes.
WATCH: Remembering Rudhro Prince
In 2018, Rudhro Prince tragically passed away at the age of eight from a sudden asthma attack. Now, his family is sharing their story and working with Asthma Canada to help create a world without asthma.