Donations and partnerships

Interview with Murray Dalfen, Chairman of Dalfen Industrial and Major Donor to the Foundation - Friday 23 February, 2024

Murray Dalfen, Chairman of Dalfen Industrial, a real estate investment management company, is part of the Foundation’s valued family of major donors. He shares his personal story and why he contributes to the Montreal Heart Institute through philanthropy.

Foundation - Thursday 21 April, 2022

Gilles Spinelli was admitted to the Montreal Heart Institute in 1979 for an aortic valve problem. At the time, he had no idea he was going to become one of the Institute’s most devoted volunteers, generously supporting its mission in myriad ways.

Foundation - Wednesday 15 December, 2021

Giving in honour of someone is a wonderful way to pay tribute to a loved one while supporting cardiovascular health. It’s also a gesture that has an immense impact. At your discretion, the person you want to honour will receive a virtual greeting card or a mailed letter confirming the Montreal Heart Institute has received a donation on their behalf dedicated to major research projects in cardiovascular medicine.

Foundation - Thursday 2 December, 2021

The holidays are the perfect opportunity to show your appreciation for loved ones with gifts that come from the heart. In fact, gifts that help support a cause or organization are becoming increasingly popular. Join this wonderful movement of kindness and get inspired by the Foundation’s top three gift ideas that will brighten the holidays and make a real difference in the lives of those with a sensitive heart.

Foundation - Friday 8 October, 2021

Fall is the season for spending time at the orchard or taking part in some Halloween fun with the family while savouring pumpkin spice beverages. This wonderful season is the perfect opportunity to enjoy activities that can increase your well-being. Here are four ways to fully embrace autumn.

Foundation - Friday 16 July, 2021

July 2020 saw the passing of Dr. Martial G. Bourassa. Officer of the Order of Canada and Knight of the National Order of Quebec, Dr. Bourassa is recognized as a cardiology pioneer in Quebec. To honour his legacy in the field of cardiology, the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation established the Martial G. Bourassa Cardiovascular Medicine Innovation Fund.

Foundation - Monday 31 May, 2021

Last August, the Foundation announced the creation of the André Chagnon Research Chair in Congenital Heart Disease. Thanks to a $2 million donation from Sojecci, this new research chair will help develop innovative approaches to the care and treatment of patients with congenital heart disease, a heart defect present from birth.

Foundation - Thursday 22 April, 2021

Jacques Gendreau passed away in December 2020. He was monitored at the Institute for atrial fibrillation and a leaky heart valve. In order to thank the Institute for the excellent care he received, he chose to include a donation to the Foundation in his will. A heartfelt gesture that allows the Foundation to save more sensitive hearts.

Foundation - Monday 19 April, 2021

If you could reverse your type 2 diabetes diagnosis through exercise and healthy eating, would you do it? That was the challenge taken up by patients of the Diabetes Prevention Clinic sponsored by Sun Life at the Montreal Heart Institute in 2018.

Foundation - Sunday 4 April, 2021

Of her own accord, the philanthropist found herself at the epicentre of international initiatives to advance the COLCORONA clinical trial, along with Dr. Jean-Claude Tardif. Passionate and driven by a genuine desire to save lives, she joined the battle just like she has for countless other causes.