"One day I carried my laundry down to the laundry room in my building. When I came back upstairs, I was bent over at my apartment door trying to catch my breath. It was only one flight of stairs. I remember thinking, What’s going on here? My doctor sent me for an X-ray. Not long after that, I heard something I never expected. I had idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a disease that scars the lungs. And I was told I would need a double lung transplant.

I made the difficult decision to take my name off the transplant list for three months. I needed to keep working long enough to save money so I could afford to stop working during surgery and recovery."

Lung Saskatchewan is partnering with Alberta Lung to create Breathing Space in Edmonton, a welcoming home away from home where transplant patients and their families can stay while receiving care.

Asthma Support Meeting
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 12 pm (CST)

In recognition of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, we invite you to join us for a Zoom presentation and conversation on managing asthma during spring allergy season.

Led by nurse educator Jill, we’ll explore seasonal triggers, symptom management, and practical ways to support better asthma control.

This session is designed to help people living with asthma feel more prepared, informed, and in control throughout the spring season.

Airs Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 12 pm (CST/SK) 

Join Lung Saskatchewan’s Let’s Talk Lungs podcast hosts Trent and Lori for a timely conversation with Dr. Kyle Brown, Associate Director, Field Medical Advisor, Moderna Canada. Dr. Brown will unpack what’s on the horizon: how mRNA platforms are evolving, what that could mean for the next generation of respiratory vaccines, and where the most exciting innovation may be headed.

This podcast is supported through a Lung Saskatchewan and Moderna Canada partnership.

Airs Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 12 pm (CST/SK)

In this episode, Dr. Mohit Bhutani will be diving into Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency—its genetic roots, impact on the lungs, and the importance of early recognition. He will also cover key signs, symptoms, risk factors, testing, and management strategies for patients and families.

This podcast episode is supported through a Lung Saskatchewan and Takeda partnership.

Airs Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 12 pm (CST/SK)

In this episode of Let's Talk Lungs podcast, host Bethany is joined by Dr. Erika Penz, Associate Professor and Division Head of Respirology and Sleep Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan.

Bethany and Dr. Penz will discuss quitting smoking while managing lung disease, the positive impacts of quitting on your health, cessation strategies, and available supports.

Wednesday, May 20 at 12 pm (CST/SK)

Join us as Dr. Gokul Vidyasankar presents an educational overview of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, highlighting its relevance in clinical practice and the importance of early recognition.

Objectives:

• The session will review general principles of diagnosis and assessment
• Outline current approaches to disease management and prevention
• Emphasize the role of coordinated, patient-centred care in supporting long term health outcomes.

This webinar is supported through a Lung Saskatchewan and Takeda partnership.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:30 pm (CST/SK)

Dr. Dina Fisher, a clinical expert in tuberculosis care, will bring the latest clinical insights from the 2022 Canadian Tuberculosis Standards and recent evidence to this session, including practical updates on TB treatment regimens and strategies for TB preventive therapy.

Join us to gain a clearer understanding of how current standards inform diagnosis, individualized treatment, decision-making, and best practices for managing TB in diverse patient populations.

This webinar is supported through a Lung Saskatchewan and AstraZeneca partnership.

We’re proud to share that two leaders connected to Lung Saskatchewan have received national recognition for their contributions to lung health.

Jaimie Peters, RN, BSN, MN, CRE, has been awarded the CRHP Distinction Award for her outstanding leadership, mentorship, and dedication to patient care through her work with Lung Saskatchewan’s Lung Helpline and provincial programs.

Dr. Donald Cockcroft has also been honoured with the CTS Distinguished Achievement Award, recognizing his leadership and long-standing contributions to advancing respiratory health.

Please join us in celebrating Jaimie and Dr. Cockcroft for their continued contributions to lung health.

Looking for resources to quit smoking, but don’t know where to start?

Lung Saskatchewan, together with our provincial partners, has developed the Quit Smoking Resource Database — your one-stop hub for quit-smoking support in Saskatchewan.

Find what works for you:

• Filter by audience, resource type, cost, and more
• Search by location
• Updated regularly to keep info current and reliable
  

Check it out today at SaskQuitNow.ca!

Did you know that some inhalers have a much larger environmental impact than others? 

A team of Canadian researchers, patients, and healthcare professionals have developed Inhaler Conversation Aids to support more informed, patient-centered, and climate-conscious care. These tools can help you compare inhaler options by their carbon footprint, have meaningful conversations, and include environmental impact as part of treatment decisions. 

Explore the conversation aids: lungtoolkit.com/eco

Our Lung Helpline is a free, confidential lung information service, managed by Certified Respiratory Educators. 

Educators are available to answer your questions about breathing and lung diseases Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. 

Call 1-833-385-LUNG (5864).

2308 Arlington Avenue
Saskatoon, SK S7J 3L3
(306) 343-9511

info@lungsask.ca