The Kidney Foundation of Canada - Nova Scotia

06/14/2026

It’s happening today, SYDNEY!
Join us for the Kidney Walk!

Registration Time: 10:30 am
Start Time: 11:00 am
Location: Membertou Sport & Wellness Centre, 3W4 95, Maillard St.

We’re excited to come together as a community to support those living with kidney disease. Every step makes a difference—whether you're walking, cheering, or simply showing your support.

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/13/2026

ONLY 1 MORE SLEEP until the Sydney Kidney Walk!!

Join us tomorrow at Membertou Sport & Wellness Centre to support those living with kidney disease in our community.

📅10:30AM Registration
🚶‍♂️11:00AM Walk Start

Walk will happen rain or shine (we have our fingers and toes crossed for some SHINE!)

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!!

06/10/2026

“There is nothing in the world so irresistibly contagious as laughter and good humor.” ― Charles Dickens,

Don't miss out on this webinar, sign up today!!

Our next webinar will help nourish your well-being!

Join Laughter Yoga Master Trainer Sylvie Dagenais Douville on June 23 at 1 PM EDT to discover how intentional laughter can ease stress, lift mood, and support emotional resilience, especially for those living with chronic kidney disease.

Hear from people with lived experiences and learn how simple laughter exercises activate the body’s natural feel good responses. No yoga experience or physical effort is required.

Registration is free and open to all. Reserve your spot today: bit.ly/Webi-23JUN26

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Notre prochain webinaire contribuera à votre bien-être!

Rejoignez Sylvie Dagenais Douville, maître formatrice en yoga du rire, le 23 juin à 13 h HAE pour découvrir comment le rire intentionnel peut soulager le stress, améliorer l'humeur et favoriser la résilience émotionnelle, en particulier chez les personnes atteintes d'une maladie rénale chronique.

Écoutez des témoignages de personnes ayant une expérience vécue et découvrez comment de simples exercices de rire activent les réactions naturelles de bien-être du corps. Aucune expérience du yoga ni aucun effort physique ne sont requis.

L'inscription est gratuite et ouverte à tous. Réservez votre place dès aujourd'hui : bit.ly/Webi-23JUN26

06/10/2026

REV UP YOUR ENGINES!

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in Guysborough County!

Join the Broadhorns ATV Club for a fun-filled weekend packed with:
🔥 Scenic trail riding
🎶 Live music
🍔 Delicious food
🎉 Great company & good vibes
Whether you're a seasoned rider or just looking for an exciting weekend, this is one event you don’t want to miss!

👉 Grab your crew, bring your ATV, and let’s hit the trails!

Mark your calendars!
Stay tuned for more information and exciting updates 🙂

06/09/2026

June 11 is fast approaching, and we can’t afford to wait.

Your voice can help drive meaningful change in kidney care—supporting prevention, earlier detection, and fair access for all, while easing pressure on Canada’s health care system.

Over four million Canadians are counting on action. Don’t miss the moment.

Add your voice now: https://ow.ly/iBbS50Z9oJ3

06/09/2026

Please meet Allan MacLellan - our wonderful Honorary Chair for the Sydney Kidney Walk.

His kidney journey began at a very young age. He had his first kidney surgery at just 15 years old, and it has truly been a lifelong adventure ever since. At 27, he had one kidney removed, and for more than 40 years, he has continued to face and overcome kidney challenges.

Through it all, he remains incredibly grateful for the strength he’s built and for the unwavering support from those around him. That support has meant more than words can express. You can read more about Allan's story at: https://kidney.akaraisin.com/ui/atlwalks2026/g/49507

Please join Allan and the local kidney community at our Kidney Walk this Sunday.

Date: June 14, 2026
Registration Time: 10:30 am
Start Time: 11:00 am
Location: Membertou Sport & Wellness Centre
Register online: https://kidney.akaraisin.com/ui/atlwalks2026/g/49507

We look forward to seeing you there! ❤️

06/05/2026

Managing kidney disease can feel like navigating a never-ending maze of “don’ts.” Add rising grocery prices, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

Canning and pickling seasonal vegetables is a smart way to preserve produce when it’s in season to reduce food waste and keep nutritous options on hand.

A little planning today can make healthy, budget-friendly eating much easier tomorrow.

Go to the Kidney Community Kitchen for more information: https://www.kidneycommunitykitchen.ca/dietitians-blog/kidney-friendly-preserving-on-a-budget-canning-pickling-more/

06/04/2026

Let’s keep this momentum going strong.

Thanks to supporters like you, hundreds of people have already taken action for improved kidney care by reaching out to decision-makers who can help drive change.

Chronic kidney disease is impacting families — partners, parents, and children — across the country, and the consequences of inaction continue to grow each day.

We owe it to ourselves and those we care about to push for meaningful progress and real improvements in kidney health. Add your voice by signing the official House of Commons e-petition: https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Sign/e-7303

Every signature brings us closer to a future where kidney care is timely, equitable, and effective for everyone.

06/03/2026

Without meaningful action, chronic kidney disease (CKD) is expected to impact over 6.2 million Canadians by 2050.

A new report, commissioned by The Kidney Foundation of Canada, underscores the urgent need for governments to focus on prevention, early detection, equitable access to care, and more robust kidney health data systems.

These findings build on the Foundation’s National Strategic Framework for Chronic Kidney Disease, which sets out a roadmap for a more sustainable and proactive approach to kidney care in Canada.

Kidney disease is not just a health concern — it is an escalating economic issue that affects patients, families, healthcare systems, and the workforce.

The time for coordinated action is now.

Read the full report: https://ow.ly/FMRM50Z75Oo