Virtual Heart Connection
The purpose of this not for profit organization is to connect children and their familes with CHD via virtual & inperson events.
Donations can be made using the link or etransfer to [email protected] - This group is organized by the Pediatric Cardiology Department at the Stollery Children's Hospital in association with the WCCHN to connect children with a Fontan circulation, and sponsored by the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation
- With the cancellation of organized heart camps due to the pandemic, we have held successful annual virtual Fontan day camps which occur in November
- We hold annual CHD family picnics in Edmonton during the Summer
- Our first Fontan Family camp occurred in August 2023 sponsored by the WCCHN BoostUp competition and will become an annual event, stay tuned for more details
- Our first online choir celebrated the CCHA 20th anniversary and can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/puxx8ZPA7VI?si=QeGUzMh3OVp9s0pU
- Out 2nd online choir music video can be viewed here:
https://youtu.be/y9TFrJUWZk4?si=O5UUDrcQnot88Xlf
- We are a registered charity as "Virtual Heart Connection Educational Society" #774571020 RR 0001
- Donations can be made via paypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=QVUL4XV3XVT8N
- Tax receipts will be issued for amounts >$100
09/25/2026
Gull Lake centre is holding a fundraising harvest banquet on October 24th. See link for details: https://share.google/NoqaOG3FiCAzd7Knn
09/25/2026
Gull Lake centre is holding a fundraising harvest banquet on October 24th. See link for details. Banquet — Gull Lake Centre https://share.google/NoqaOG3FiCAzd7Knn
09/24/2026
Planned by teens, for teens! 🎳
Our CHS Junior Board has planned an exciting Teen Night for CHS teens to connect, socialize and enjoy an evening of bowling and food together.
📅 Friday, September 25, 2026
⏰ 6:00–10:00 p.m.
📍 The Rec Room, South Common
📩 RSVP: [email protected]
Please note: This is a teens-only event.
08/18/2026
❤️ Calling all kids and teens living with congenital heart disease!
Join us on November 28, 2026 for a fun and engaging Virtual Camp, hosted by the Canadian Congenital Heart Alliance (CCHA) and Virtual Heart Connection!
🗓️ Date: November 28, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time
👧🧑 Ages: 6–16
💻 Location: Online — open to children and teens across Canada
This camp is an opportunity for kids and teens living with congenital heart disease to connect with others who understand their experiences, make new friends, have fun, and feel less alone in their journey.
👨👩👧 For parents: While the kids are enjoying camp, we'll also be hosting a CCHA Connect session for parents focused on Transition.
👉 Registration: Scan the QR code or use the link https://buff.ly/bPXAn25
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]
We can't wait to connect with you! ❤️
❤️ Avis aux enfants et aux adolescents vivant avec une cardiopathie congénitale!
Joignez-vous à nous le 28 novembre 2026 pour un camp virtuel amusant et rassembleur, organisé par l’Alliance Canadienne des cardiopathies congénitales (ACCC) et Virtual Heart Connection!
🗓️ Date : 28 novembre 2026
🕘 Heure : 9 h à 15 h (heure des Rocheuses)
👧🧑 Âge : 6 à 16 ans
💻 Lieu : En ligne — ouvert aux enfants et aux adolescents de partout au Canada
Ce camp permettra aux jeunes vivant avec une cardiopathie congénitale de rencontrer d’autres jeunes qui comprennent ce qu’ils vivent, de se faire de nouveaux amis, de s’amuser et de se sentir moins seuls dans leur parcours.
👨👩👧 Pour les parents : Pendant que les enfants participeront au camp, nous offrirons également une session CCHA Connect pour les parents sur le thème de la transition.
👉 Inscription : Balayez le code QR ci-dessous ou utilisez le lien https://buff.ly/bPXAn25
📧 Des questions? Écrivez-nous à [email protected]
Au plaisir de vous retrouver! ❤️
08/18/2026
We are partnering with CCHA to bring you Virtual Heart camp, sign up, details below.
06/13/2026
Our 3rd online choir video has received 500 views in 1 week! Watch our brave & talented heart warriors here https://youtu.be/RZGiKEHIBMQ?si=gqI-w5SgIrR83Wk3
06/10/2026
Join the next CCHA connect chat session with our very own transition nurse Jody.
The journey to adult CHD care starts before the first adult clinic appointment. ❤️
Join us for a free virtual parent chat focused on helping teens with congenital heart disease (CHD) transition from pediatric to adult care. Learn what to expect, ask questions, connect with other families, and gain practical tools to support your teen's growing independence and lifelong heart health.
📅 June 17
🕖 7:00 PM MDT (9:00 PM EST)
💻 Virtual & free to attend
Whether your teen is approaching transition or you're simply planning ahead, this conversation is for you.
06/07/2026
What a beautiful day. Fun times enjoyed by all who attended our 4th CHD family picnic, thanks to the The Children's Heart Society, The Ice Cream Truck and our volunteers.
06/05/2026
Our 3rd online choir music video has been released. Let us know what you think by participating in a research survey to evaluate our choir: https://forms.gle/TwgUwoYWRt2J9Xsg8.
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