Braveheart Support Society

10/09/2026

Love our Brigadoon nurses!

09/29/2026

❤️ Today is World Heart Day, and we’re shining a spotlight on Camp Braveheart!

At Camp Braveheart, campers don’t have to explain why they have a scar, take medication, or why their experience might look a little different. They’re surrounded by kids who understand…

Which leaves more room for the things kids should get to think about at Camp:

What’s happening at campfire tonight? Am I going to do the polar bear dip?

This summer, 22 Braveheart Campers got to experience exactly that. ❤️

And the connection doesn’t have to end when summer does.

On Saturday, November 28, children with congenital heart defects from across Canada are invited to join a bilingual Pan-Canadian Virtual Heart Camp, organized by the Virtual Heart Connection, the Canadian Congenital Heart Alliance and Brigadoon Village.

The one-day virtual Camp will bring kids together for games, arts and crafts, cookie decorating, sharing circles with older patients and opportunities to ask questions about their hearts. Participants will even receive an activity package ahead of time so everyone can take part together from home.

Here’s the link!

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09/28/2026

Registration is open again for our next round of Grief Notes: Virtual Grief Groups for Children & Youth. These 8-week virtual grief groups are for children and youth ages 7-18 in NS, NB, and PEI who have experienced the death of a significant person.

October 2026-May 2027.

For more information, dates, and to register please visit https://iwkhealth.ca/clinics-programs-services/bereavement-support-services.

09/21/2026

If you are a parent of a child with complex medical needs, you are invited to join us on

Thursday, September 24, 2026
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Thursday, December 17, 2026
7:00 -8:30pm

Our Parent Group is an informal meeting where parents can share tips and tricks of caring for their child with complex special needs!

Interested in attending?
Please email Jackie Pidduck at [email protected]

Please note to receive the Zoom link, we will ask you to review the virtual group guidelines that will be emailed to you, to provide the address of where you will be during the meeting and a contact number in case of emergency.

09/09/2026

08/22/2026

One more sleep until Camp Braveheart! 💙✨

Pack your swimsuit, your favourite hoodie, and your biggest smile... we'll take care of the rest.

A week full of adventures, laughter, camp traditions, and best friends is just around the corner. See you soon! 🛶🔥

06/10/2026

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.

05/20/2026

If you are a parent of a child with complex medical needs, you are invited to join us on

Wednesday May 27, 2026 7:00 -8:30 pm
Thursday June 25, 2026 7:00 -8:30 pm

Our Parent Group is an informal meeting where parents can share tips and tricks of caring for their child with complex special needs!

Interested in attending?
Please email Jackie Pidduck at [email protected]

Please note to receive the Zoom link, we will ask you to review the virtual group guidelines that will be emailed to you, to provide the address of where you will be during the meeting and a contact number in case of emergency.

05/13/2026

Congratulations! Well deserved!

Congratulations to Dr. Andrew Warren on receiving the Duncan Graham Award for Outstanding Contribution to Medical Education,

A professor of Pediatrics at Dalhousie University and pediatric cardiologist at IWK Health, Warren has built a career at the intersection of clinical practice, education leadership and policy development. His work has influenced how residency programs are designed, accredited and evaluated, helping ensure that physicians across the country receive high-quality training grounded in evidence and continuous improvement.

The award recognizes Royal College Fellows who have made exceptional contributions to the advancement of medical education through teaching, educational leadership, research or program development.

https://news.royalcollege.ca/en/news/shaping-the-systems-that-train-canada-s-physicians-.html

04/14/2026

Let’s Talk: Teens Building their Healthcare Skills
April 17th 12-12:45pm
Registration link - https://surveys.novascotia.ca/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=77LL36m0K
This session is for parents and caregivers of children living with a health condition. You’ll hear directly from youth who have moved into the adult healthcare system and learn why it’s helpful to start the conversation about transition early. We’ll explore what self-management means, why it matters, and how you and your child can begin building these skills together.