Northern Hearts

06/09/2026

Our 2026 Walk with Doc calendar is officially here! 📅 We kick off next Monday at 7:00 PM. Grab a friend and we’ll see you there! 👟❤️

06/01/2026

Ready for a heart-healthy summer evening? ☀️👟

Our 23rd Annual Walk with Doc kicks off on June 15th! Come take a scenic stroll at Marina Park alongside Thunder Bay’s healthcare professionals.

✨ 100% Free to attend
✨ Family-friendly
✨ Nightly prize draws! 🎁

📅 June 15–18 & June 22–25 | 🕖 7 PM to 8 PM
📍 Marina Park (Boat Launch Area)

See you by the water! 🌊💙
📞 807-345-2008 for more info.

05/29/2026

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!

Golf with Doc is next Friday, June 5th! ⛳️ Join us for an awesome afternoon of golf, dinner, and massive prizes.

Don't miss out, secure your spot right now before it's too late! 👇
👉 https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/northern-hearts/events/golf-with-doc-2026

A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for making this happen! 💙

05/13/2026

Golf with Doc is back!

Join Northern Hearts for a fun charity golf night and dinner. Let’s hit the greens for a great cause.

Event Details:
• Date: June 5th, 2026
• Location: Centennial Golf Course
• Schedule: 4:30 PM Registration | 5:00 PM Tee Off (Dinner to follow)
• Tickets: $150

How to register:
Scan the QR code on the flyer, or click the link below to get your tickets:👇
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/northern-hearts/events/golf-with-doc-2026

Questions? Contact Runlong at 807-631-3166 or email [email protected].

We can't wait to see you on the course! ⛳

02/06/2026

Did you catch us on Around Town? 📺

Our board member Mariah did a great job explaining what’s happening at Healthy Heart Day on Feb 21st, including info on the new body scanner coming to town!

It’s going to be a great day with good speakers and a free lunch, but you need to register to save a seat.

📞 Call the 55 Plus Centre at 807-684-3066 to sign up. Spots fill up fast!

Watch the clip here 👇
https://youtu.be/9VIITjqXu9I?si=MJGM1DwIK9TOpvap

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01/15/2026

Heart Health ❤️ Brain Health 🧠

This January, for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, we are sharing a hopeful message about the powerful connection between your heart and your mind.

Discover how simple daily habits, like walking and staying connected, can help protect your brain health. You can find this month's column in the upcoming Chronicle Journal, or read it right now in the News section of our website!

Read the full article here: 👉 https://northernhearts.org/2765-2/

12/12/2025

With the holidays approaching, we know life can get busy and sometimes a bit overwhelming.

In this month’s Chronicle Journal column, Dr. Lai steps away from medical terms to talk about the "inner" strength we all need: Faith, Hope, and Dreams.

It’s not a medical lecture—it’s just a sincere reminder that believing in yourself and keeping hope alive are essential for a healthy heart and a happy life.

We hope this article brings you a little bit of warmth and peace this season.

📖 Read the full article here: https://northernhearts.org/faith-hope-and-dreams-essential-nutrients-for-the-heart/

(Also available in the Chronicle Journal - Heart Beats Column)

07/20/2025

It can be hard to find healthy and easy snack recipes for summer time but this Vegetable Guacamole only takes 15 minutes to make and is loaded with lots of nutrient dense ingredients.

Ingredients
* 2 tbsp (25 mL) canola oil, divided (plus more for the grill)
* 1 small zucchini, cut lengthwise in 3 long strips
* 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeds removed, sliced in half
* 1 just ripe avocado, peeled, sliced in half
* ½ small red onion, sliced in half
* juice of 1 lime
* ¼ cup (50 mL) cilantro, minced
Directions
* Step 1 �Prepare grill by brushing with canola oil. Preheat grill to medium-high.
* Step 2 �Lightly brush both sides of vegetables with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the canola oil. Place zucchini strips, bell pepper, avocado and onion halves on the grill for about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
* Step 3 �Remove from grill. Finely dice zucchini, pepper and onion. Place in large bowl. Add avocado and mash in.
* Step 4 �Stir in remaining canola oil, lime juice and cilantro. Refrigerate until serving.

Forget the stuff in a tub – this dip will shine at your next backyard party.