CanBreathe

CanBreathe Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from CanBreathe, 117 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch.

Our free services improve the quality of life for people with conditions including asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Support (COPD) and other respiratory conditions. Canterbury Asthma Society Inc (trading as Canbreathe) is a not-for-profit organisation, providing help to those affected by asthma, COPD or other respiratory conditions by specialist registered nurses.

Thank you to P A Blackmore Trust for their generous support.
09/10/2026

Thank you to P A Blackmore Trust for their generous support.

We would like to thank our wonderful sponsors for all their generous support.
09/10/2026

We would like to thank our wonderful sponsors for all their generous support.

We are exhibiting at SWELL Seniors' Lifestyle Expo! Come and see us at Lincoln Event Centre on Tuesday 13 October, 9am t...
08/10/2026

We are exhibiting at SWELL Seniors' Lifestyle Expo! Come and see us at Lincoln Event Centre on Tuesday 13 October, 9am to 2pm. Free entry, with over 70 community groups, organisations and wellbeing providers, plus talks, demonstrations and live entertainment. Find out more at selwyn.govt.nz/swell

It can be hard to know whether breathing symptoms are part of everyday asthma management, or a sign that extra support c...
08/10/2026

It can be hard to know whether breathing symptoms are part of everyday asthma management, or a sign that extra support could help.

If you’re unsure, you don’t need to work it out alone.

CanBreathe provides free respiratory education and support for people in Canterbury.

Contact us: canbreathe.org.nz/contact-us

Spring can be a tricky time for people living with asthma or other respiratory conditions.Pollen, wind, changing weather...
02/10/2026

Spring can be a tricky time for people living with asthma or other respiratory conditions.

Pollen, wind, changing weather, and being outdoors more often can all affect breathing for some people.

CanBreathe offers free respiratory education and support for individuals and whānau across Canterbury.

Contact us: canbreathe.org.nz/contact-us

Looking for trusted information about asthma or respiratory health?It can be hard to know where to start — especially wh...
17/09/2026

Looking for trusted information about asthma or respiratory health?

It can be hard to know where to start — especially when there is so much health information online.

CanBreathe has pulled together a list of useful respiratory resources, including asthma guidelines, local health information, and support links for individuals and whānau.

You can explore the Useful Links page here:
www.canbreathe.org.nz/useful-links

If your child or someone in your whānau has asthma or another respiratory condition, it can be hard to know what’s norma...
14/09/2026

If your child or someone in your whānau has asthma or another respiratory condition, it can be hard to know what’s normal or what to watch for. CanBreathe offers free support and education for families, parents and carers in Canterbury. Reach out to us today. https://www.canbreathe.org.nz/contact-us

Not sure if you or someone in your whānau is using an inhaler or spacer correctly? CanBreathe offers free respiratory ed...
10/09/2026

Not sure if you or someone in your whānau is using an inhaler or spacer correctly? CanBreathe offers free respiratory education and practical support for people in Canterbury. Get in touch to find out how we can help.

We’ll be at Riccarton Mall tomorrow!Come and see CanBreathe on Thursday 27 August for free asthma education, spacer supp...
26/08/2026

We’ll be at Riccarton Mall tomorrow!

Come and see CanBreathe on Thursday 27 August for free asthma education, spacer support, and inhaler technique advice.

We’ll be there alongside the Waitaha PHO community nurse team, who will be offering blood pressure and blood sugar checks.

Pop by, ask questions, and find out what free support is available to help you and your whānau manage your respiratory health.

www.canbreathe.org.nz/contact-us

Worried about your child’s breathing?We’re here to help.If your child has asthma or another respiratory condition, it ca...
09/06/2026

Worried about your child’s breathing?
We’re here to help.

If your child has asthma or another respiratory condition, it can be hard to know what’s normal, what to watch for, and when to seek extra support.

CanBreathe supports parents, families, carers, and whānau to better understand respiratory conditions and how to manage them day to day.

Contact us:
www.canbreathe.org.nz/contact-us

Address

117 Main North Road, Papanui
Christchurch
8052

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+6433860278

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