Heart and Stroke Foundation of PEI Inc.
The Heart and Stroke Foundation of PEI Inc. (Business Registration Number: 131341844RR0001) is a nonprofit health charity operating in Prince Edward Island, Canada. As part of the broader Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada network, it focuses on reducing mortality and disabilities caused by cardiovascular diseases and strokes among Islanders.

Overview

The organization mobilizes volunteers to advance its mission through community-based initiatives, health promotion programs, and fundraising campaigns. Key activities include CPR training, public awareness campaigns, and advocacy for improved healthcare infrastructure related to heart and stroke care.

History and Impact

The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, founded in 1952, has raised over $1.45 billion nationwide for research and public health initiatives, contributing to a 75% decline in heart disease and stroke mortality rates since its inception[^5^]. While specific founding details for the PEI branch are not publicly documented, it operates under this national mandate, with local initiatives such as the Prince County fundraising events collectively generating nearly $200,000 over an 11-year period as of 2018[^4^].

Programs and Initiatives

The PEI branch emphasizes volunteer-driven efforts, including its Person-to-Person (P2P) campaign during Heart Month, which engages volunteers in grassroots fundraising[^3^]. Educational programs, such as CPR certification courses, aim to equip communities with life-saving skills.

Governance

As a provincial entity within the national Heart and Stroke Foundation, the PEI branch adheres to centralized governance structures while addressing localized health priorities. Volunteers form the backbone of operations, participating in board leadership, event coordination, and program delivery[^3^].