Annual Report - Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario
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Annual Report - Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario
HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:28 AM Page fci B E N I S ALIVE B E CA U S E YO U P UT YO U R H EA RT I NTO IT AN N UAL R E P O RT 200 6 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:28 AM Page fcii P UT TI N G O U R H EA RTS I NTO YO U R S M ES SAG E F R O M TH E C EO There is something energizing in the air this year. Perhaps it is because, in Ontario, we now enjoy smoke-free public places. Certainly more people than ever are talking about the need to create healthier communities. We know that Canadians are demanding – and getting – healthier food options in supermarkets and restaurants. These are social changes that we pushed for at the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Yet our work is just beginning. Scientific research carried out by the Foundation is telling us – loudly and clearly – that, if we are to prevent the devastation of heart disease and stroke, we must develop a public health agenda. Whether this course is pursued through advocacy at the government level, partnerships with public health groups or alliances with specialists in other fields, it will be backed up by the findings of our researchers. They have told us that the difference between being heart-healthy, or suffering from heart disease and stroke, all too often comes down to how we live and where we live. That’s why the Foundation was the first to raise the issue of transforming badly designed suburbs into heart-friendly environments. That’s why the Foundation sounded the alarm about obesity, which if left unchecked, will create the youngest generation ever to experience heart disease and stroke. And that’s why we have been in the forefront of the campaign against tobacco. To that end, I would like to congratulate the provincial government for passing some of the toughest anti-smoking legislation in the world. Crucial to this public health victory was the testimony of our spokesperson, the late Heather Crowe. A non-smoker, she made the first successful claim for full workers’ compensation due to illness from secondhand smoke in her workplace. The Foundation and the Government of Ontario will celebrate May 31 as Heather Crowe Day. Another advance in public health is under way as the Foundation campaigns to make life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) available in more public places. When defibrillation is used along with CPR outside of a hospital setting, survival rates can go from five percent to over 50 percent. Our initial goal is to have 1,000 AEDs placed in high-traffic areas. A public health challenge of a different order is presented by the continuing and escalating rate of obesity. To meet this challenge, the Foundation is implementing a Healthy Weights initiative, focusing on bringing to Ontario schools the essential skills for getting kids physically active, eating well and living smoke-free. The prevention and treatment of stroke is an enduring concern. The Heart and Stroke Foundation Centre for Stroke Recovery will continue to be a beacon of hope for the millions of Canadians facing the long path of rehabilitation and reintegration back into their communities. Social change of the type we are currently experiencing is the best of all indications that, in the long run, premature death and disability from heart disease and stroke can be eliminated. Yes, there is something in the air. So take a deep breath, feel the energy and see what happens when you put your heart into it. Rocco Rossi Chief Executive Officer CONTENTS Putting Our Hearts into Yours • A Year of Results 2 • Investing in Life 6 • Time for Action – Time for Change 8 Home Is Where the Heart Is 10 • Putting Their Hearts into Everything They Do 12 • Giving from the Heart 13 Building Potential through Partners 14 • Financial Information 16 • About the Annual Report 17 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:28 AM Page 1 M ES SAG E F R O M TH E C HAI R B E N ’ S S TO RY Hi, my name is Ben. When I was little my legs would always hurt. When I was five years old my doctor found a heart murmur. Then I had my first heart surgery but my legs still hurt a lot. So I had to have open heart surgery. I was in the hospital for five more days. I didn’t have pain in my legs anymore and I could play and do sports. Now I am nine years old and love to play hockey, lacrosse and go snowboarding. In April we reached an important milestone: the adoption of a five-year strategic plan developed through the extraordinary efforts of our people. Our plan represents the best of where we’ve been and where we need to go. In fund raising, we’re maintaining or growing those community programs that have been our strengths – the Heart Month canvassing campaign and Jump Rope for Heart to name just two – while also moving into new fund raising arenas that will take us to the next level of growth. Of course, where those dollars go is the most important part of the story. They go towards world-class research, social change initiatives and education programs to protect the health of Ontarians. For example, they support the Heart and Stroke Foundation Centre for Stroke Recovery – a cutting-edge centre of excellence designed to lessen the burden of stroke. And they support important communitybased initiatives, like our new Community Advocacy Fund. Ontarians wishing to join our effort to ensure kids in schools are physically active can receive funding for local advocacy initiatives and be our partners in helping to make it happen. Ultimately, our five-year plan is about being focused, having an impact and telling our story better. Its success comes down to people – volunteers, staff, donors, researchers and our external partners in healthcare, government and business. Everyone has an important role to play in moving closer to our dream of improved quality of life for heart disease and stroke survivors and healthier communities in which to live. It’s a dream well worth striving for. Frank Anderson Chair of the Board of Directors B OA R D O F D I R E C TO R S Because of your help, I am well enough to have an active life. Thanks. Pioneering research in heart surgery. This is what happens when you put your heart into it. Olga Cwiek, Heather Arthur, Ph.D., Ross Feldman, M.D., Guy Beaudin, Ph.D., Ned Wootton, Mike LeClair (Vice Chair of the Board), David Garland, C.A., Frank Anderson. F.C.A. (Chair of the Board), Paul Hines, C.A., Allan Reynolds, Anthony Graham, M.D. (Honorary Director), Margaret Rand, Ph.D., Irfhan Rawji, Marlys Koschinsky, Ph.D., Shafiq Ebrahim, M.B.A. Missing from the picture: Barry Cracower Honorary Patron: The Honourable James K. Bartleman, O. Ont. Lieutenant Governor of Ontario Foundation Secretary: Pauline Wijeyesekera H E A R T A N D S T R O K E F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O • A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 6 • 1 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:28 AM Page 2 A Y E A R O F R E S U LT S The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for heart and stroke patients and all Ontarians. To realize our mission, we fund the best world-class research in heart disease and stroke in Canada. We are tireless advocates for public policy that will help build healthy communities. And we provide information that will help Canadians of all ages protect their health – today and for the long term. In the past 12 months, we have made significant advances in the fight against heart disease and stroke. We are proud to share our results with you. HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:28 AM Page 3 R E - S TA R T I N G A H E A R T , R E - S TA R T I N G A L I F E In Canada, 35,000 to 45,000 people die of sudden cardiac arrest each year. The odds of surviving an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest are approximately five percent. With each passing minute, the probability of survival declines by seven to 10 percent. In Ontario alone, approximately 7,000 cardiac arrests occur annually in out-of-hospital settings. Defibrillation when used with CPR can improve cardiac arrest survival rates from five to over 50 percent if delivered in the first few minutes. The Heart&Stroke Start a Heart, Save a Life campaign will help improve the survival rate of sudden cardiac arrests in Ontario by providing the funding necessary to put more Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in Ontario communities, and providing the training required to use them. That’s why we also encouraged the Ontario Government’s initiative to place 250 AEDs in government buildings across the province that are commonly accessed by the public. Defibrillation can improve cardiac arrest survival rates from five to 50 percent or more if delivered in the first few minutes. Chase McEachern REMEMBERING A HERO The Chase McEachern Tribute Fund was established by Chase’s family, to remember the young boy with a heart rhythm disorder who launched a nationwide campaign to bring AEDs to hockey arenas across Canada. Sadly, Chase didn’t live to see his dream become a reality – he collapsed during gym class and died six days later in hospital. Chase McEachern was 11 years old. TA K I N G A I M A G A I N S T H I G H B L O O D P R E S S U R E We continue to take aim against high blood pressure, the #1 risk factor for stroke and a major risk factor for heart attack, in our five-year High Blood Pressure Strategy. The strategy focuses on enhancements to high blood pressure management by primary care providers like physicians, nurses and pharmacists, hypertensive patient self-management, research into emerging areas in high blood pressure, a survey of current prevalence of high blood pressure in the province and a robust outcomes evaluation strategy. H E A R T A N D S T R O K E F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O • A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 6 • 3 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:28 AM Page 4 The Ontario Stroke System ensures Ontarians have access to the best stroke care possible. Dr. David Gladstone (Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario Clinician Scientist) and Dr. Sandra Black with a patient Dr. Demetrios Sahlas (Director of the Stroke Prevention Clinic) and Dr. Sandra Black (Co-Director of the Heart and Stroke Foundation Centre for Stroke Recovery), Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario S T R O K E S Y S T E M F O R O N TA R I O In the fall of 2005, the Ontario government completed its plan of putting together an integrated stroke care system consisting of nine regional stroke centres, 18 district stroke centres and 24 stroke prevention clinics. This system will help to ensure patients throughout the province receive rapid diagnosis and treatment, as well as improved follow-up care within the community. Expanding access to stroke care in Ontario builds on a stroke system that is saving lives, reducing wait times for treatment and improving the health and quality of life of stroke patients. Thanks to an exciting partnership with healthcare providers, the Ontario government and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, this province is now an international leader in stroke care. 4 • L E A R N M O R E AT W W W. H E A R TA N D S T R O K E . C A HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 5 In the months following the launch of our stroke awareness campaign, visits to the Regional Stroke Centres increased by 25 percent. 10 0 , 0 0 0 S T R O K E S O F A PA D D L E Rocco Rossi knows first-hand the devastating effects a stroke can have on a family. That’s why the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario’s CEO embarked on his solo 480 km kayak journey from Toronto to Ottawa, which raised $150,000 to benefit the Heart and Stroke Foundation Centre for Stroke Recovery (HSFCSR). The Centre is a unique partnership among three of the foremost stroke research institutions in Ontario: the Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and the Ottawa Health Research Institute. The goal of the Centre is to develop new strategies to repair the brain after stroke. In June 2006, at the launch of the kayak journey, the Ontario government’s Ministry of Research and Innovation announced an investment of $5 million in the Centre for Stroke Recovery. This is the largest contribution the Foundation has ever received for the only Centre in the world bringing together individuals involved in basic research, clinical research and patient care toward the common goal of reducing disability in stroke patients. A VI S I O N S HAR E D BY ALL The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, in partnership with the Cardiac Care Network, has launched a Provincial Cardiovascular visioning process. The goal of this process is to create an overarching vision for the continuum of cardiovascular health in Ontario. The initiative brought together representatives from government, hospitals, acute care, rehabilitation, public health, prevention and promotion, palliative care and the private sector. All agreed on a vision that focuses on health and ensures that everyone involved in cardiovascular care in Ontario is able to deliver the services and support needed by patients and their families. H E A R T A N D S T R O K E F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O • A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 6 • 5 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 6 INVESTING IN LIFE Canadians have looked to the Heart and Stroke Foundation for more than 50 years to provide the research that will reduce their risk and improve the quality of their lives. And we have met that challenge. The mortality rate from heart disease and stroke has decreased by 70 percent in the past 50 years. In its 54-year history, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario has continued to increase its annual research spending to nearly $40 million in 2006. The Foundation currently funds nearly 450 hospital- and university-based investigative researchers and teams across the province. And their work has never been so important – heart disease and stroke remain the leading health threat to Canadians. We fund world-class research in heart disease and stroke in Canada – research that saves lives. F I N D I N G T H E A N S W E R S T H AT S AV E L I V E S Dr. Andrew Krahn (Cardiologist), London Health Sciences Centre, London, Ontario Genetic testing after a cardiac arrest can save the lives of family members – young and old. 6 • L E A R N M O R E AT W W W. H E A R TA N D S T R O K E . C A Dr. Andrew Krahn has been conducting Heart and Stroke Foundation research on genetic causes of heart rhythm problems for 10 years, and is recognized as a national leader in this field. Today, Dr. Krahn is looking for ways to detect and treat inherited electrical abnormalities in the heart. Patients born with these problems may experience abnormal heart racing causing blackouts or sudden death. In a pilot study, previously unexplained cardiac arrests were explained in two-thirds of patients tested. Family members of these patients were also genetically tested, and nine of 55 were diagnosed with arrhythmias and treated to prevent symptoms. Thanks to Dr. Krahn’s work, we have unlocked one more genetic mystery. Proper recognition and testing will save the lives of individuals at risk. HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 7 A N E W W AY O F L O O K I N G AT S T R O K E Heart and Stroke Foundation scientists are turning MRI scanners into a new kind of microscope that can reveal the condition of plaque in the arteries, how stable it is and whether or not a patient is at high risk for stroke. Dr. Brian Rutt, Barnett-Ivey Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario Chair at Robarts Research Institute in London, Ontario, is one of the scientists developing the next generation of MRIs. The new technology allows doctors to zoom into the neck’s blood vessels and form pictures of plaque and its composition. The advantage of MRI is that it is non-invasive and can be used repeatedly to monitor plaque. MR images of plaque in arteries Studies are under way to turn MRI scanners into a new kind of microscope that will be able to detect whether or not a patient is at high risk for stroke. U N D E R S TA N D I N G R E C O V E R Y The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario funded a study of stroke survivors that brings new insight into the stages of recovery of hand muscle control after a stroke. These insights will help determine different treatment strategies at different times during the recovery process. By understanding which treatments are best suited for the individual patient, therapists will be able to maximize a patient’s recovery with ongoing therapy. Dr. Brenda Brouwer, a Rehabilitation Therapy professor at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, is the lead researcher of the study. She explains that little is known about the process of physical recovery after stroke. This is the most comprehensive study to date that looks at brain-to-muscle control and detailed hand function in stroke patients. Dr. Brouwer’s work in recovery of hand function H E A R T A N D S T R O K E F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O • A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 6 • 7 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 8 TIME FOR ACTION – TIME FOR CHANGE Heather Crowe, anti-smoking activist “I hope to be the last person to die from second-hand smoke. That’s my dying wish. We need to do whatever we can. I’m so glad the Heart and Stroke Foundation was able to make this happen. No one should ever have to go through what I went through.” – Heather Crowe 1945–2006 8 • L E A R N M O R E AT W W W. H E A R TA N D S T R O K E . C A On May 31, 2006, the Smoke-Free Ontario Act came into effect. The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario was a leading advocate for the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, which outlaws smoking in public places, protecting workers from the ravages of second-hand smoke. The Act also limits the display of tobacco products in retail outlets. The Foundation, in partnership with the Ministry of Health Promotion, produced a highly effective television advertising campaign featuring the late Heather Crowe to advocate for a smoke-free Ontario. We also led the charge in successfully convincing the government to declare May 31 “Heather Crowe Day” in Ontario, to recognize the contribution that Heather made to ensure that all workers are protected from secondhand smoke. Smoking rates are down! According to the Canadian Tobacco Use Monitoring Survey’s (CTUMS) latest results, collected between February and December 2005, slightly fewer than five million Canadians, representing 19 percent of the population aged 15 years and older, were current smokers, down from 20 percent in 2004. Fifteen percent reported smoking daily. Approximately 22 percent of men were current smokers, higher than the proportion of women (16 percent). Advocacy – through the Foundation directly and in close collaboration with our partners in the Campaign for Action on Tobacco – has helped create a smoke-free environment in all workplaces and public spaces. With our partners – the Minister of Health and Long Term Care, the Honourable George Smitherman, and the Minister of Health Promotion, the Honourable Jim Watson – Ontario has passed some of the toughest anti-smoking legislation in the world. HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 9 R E V E R S I N G A D E A D LY T R E N D Childhood obesity in Canada is rising at an alarming rate. As a result, we are seeing an increase in the number of children in our communities with “adult” health problems, including heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. The Heart and Stroke Foundation plays a critical role in helping kids get and stay healthy. Education and awareness play an important part in our strategy. In addition, we are funding programs designed to encourage healthy habits that will give children a better chance at living long, healthy lives. Twenty-six percent of Canadian children aged two to 17 years are overweight or obese. A C T I O N P L A N O N H E A LT H Y W E I G H T S Obesity has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. To combat the alarming rise in obesity, the Foundation created an action plan on healthy weights. This includes the Heart&Stroke KidFit™ program, which encourages schools to increase the level of physical activity for all students. This will be achieved partly through a fund that offers grants to community and school groups advocating for more physical activity in schools. Also part of the plan is a focus on healthy nutrition and increasing physical activity in workplaces and communities, helping all Ontarians engage in healthier habits and behaviours. R O L L P L AY G E T S K I D S M O V I N G With 40 scripts by renowned Canadian authors, 12 original songs by acclaimed artists and the magical puppets of the award-winning Famous PEOPLE Players, the new live-action preschool series Roll Play promises to get kids moving. Roll Play encourages kids to get up and role play alongside the on-screen puppets and children in this imaginative exercise series. The series has been created for Treehouse TV by Sinking Ship Entertainment with content supported by the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Its goal is to encourage kids to get up and play along, with the hope that they will understand that physical activity can be a fun part of everyday life. Parents can visit treehousetv.com/rollplay for more helpful resources. H E A R T A N D S T R O K E F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O • A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 6 • 9 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 10 H O M E I S W H E R E TH E H EA RT I S Every day, the Heart and Stroke Foundation touches the lives of Ontarians in so many important ways. You can find us all across the province… in hospitals, clinics, doctors’ offices, pharmacies, schools and community centres and right in your own home. We are there, bringing life-saving knowledge to healthcare providers and people just like you. We put our heart into the communities we serve. H E A LT H I S J U S T A C L I C K A W AY C P R I N YO U R C O M M U N I T Y Heart&Stroke He@lthline is the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s free monthly e-newsletter. It offers readers tips and tools designed to help them adopt heart-healthy habits, like “10 Ways to Improve Your Heart Health,” “Stress-free Cooking and Shopping” and “Five Easy Steps to a Walking Program.” In January, our contest, Resolutions from the Heart, received an unprecedented number of entries in the newsletter’s three-year history. Several partner initiatives in the newsletter were also hugely successful, including the popular Becel Click to Give. In the coming year, we are looking to provide even more important information through our newest e-newsletter, Heart&Stroke He@lthline for Parents. To subscribe, go to www.heartandstroke.ca/subscribe. You have the power to save a life – if you know how. CPR training is something we can all do, and the Foundation is dedicated to making CPR training available throughout Ontario. We create the guidelines on CPR and train healthcare professionals, and we can teach you, too. For more information on CPR courses happening in your area, call 1-888-HSF-INFO (1-888-473-4636). H E A LT H Y H E A R T S O N L I N E Our Blood Pressure Action Plan is an interactive webbased program designed to motivate and support people to take control of their high blood pressure and reduce their risk of stroke and heart attack. Since its launch in 2003, over 225,000 visitors have come to the site to find out how to better manage their blood pressure. Over 100,000 of these people have received an individualized action plan, of which 49 percent have gone on to participate in ongoing personalized email support for healthy living. 10 • L E A R N M O R E AT W W W. H E A R TA N D S T R O K E . C A W O R K I N G I N YO U R N E I G H B O U R H O O D Every community has different needs and the Foundation’s Community Mission Specialists are trained to provide programs, learning opportunities and information relevant to heart and stroke health in your neighbourhood. They work with local networks and professionals to make sure you and your community have the best knowledge to protect you from heart disease and stroke. HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 11 S A V I N G P A P A – TA M I A W E L L H A U S E R Imagine one minute you are walking through the airport, and suddenly you are seeing stars and everything goes dark. You collapse on the floor and everyone thinks you are dead. That’s what happened to my grandfather. I call him Papa. He is very special to me, and that is why I’m telling you this story. It was a week after Christmas. My Papa and Aunts Ann and Wanda were taking my Aunt Anita and cousin Jamie to the airport for a flight to Halifax. While Papa was carrying the luggage, he had to stop for a break. But soon after, he clutched his chest and fell to the floor. Auntie Ann saw him collapse and started shouting for help. Luckily, two police officers were working security at the airport. When the officers saw Papa and Aunt Wanda trying to revive him, they started performing CPR. They brought my Papa back to life. It turned out he had had a massive heart attack. My Papa was immediately taken to emergency where they diagnosed him with a bad heart valve. He needed a new one. The night before his surgery, I went to visit him. He was happy, but very scared. So was I. But thank goodness, his surgery was a great success. I am so glad that he is alive, and that he has done so well on his long road to recovery. I have always known how special my Papa is to me, but now I know how important it is to cherish every day with him and with those you love. I can hardly say how very thankful I am that those police officers were there. It’s great that the Heart and Stroke Foundation is training people on how to do CPR and help others in an emergency. We should all know how to do CPR – every single person in Canada – because you never know when you might use it to save someone’s life. And that someone could be very precious to someone else, just like my Papa is to me. Help us continue this vital work by giving online at www.heartandstroke.ca or by giving locally when we come to you for support. GREAT THINGS HAPPEN WHEN YOU PUT YOUR HEART INTO IT. H E A R T A N D S T R O K E F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O • A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 6 • 11 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 12 P UT TI N G TH E I R H EA RTS I NTO E V E RY TH I N G TH EY D O B O B L U B A AWA R D F O R E M P L OY E E E X C E L L E N C E Recognizing a staff member who furthers the mission by making an exceptional contribution that has meaningful impact on revenue growth, quality, innovation or people. Sandra Zumpetta M A RT Y R OT H S T E I N AWA R D F O R I N N OVAT I O N Recognizing volunteers or staff (individual or team) who develop and/or implement an innovative idea that shows long-term potential for success as it increases the Foundation’s profile in the community and furthers the Foundation mission. Public Relations/Public Affairs Team – Elissa Freeman, Sharon Edwards, Richard Sutherland, Cindy Lithwick, Young Um TO N Y G R A H A M AWA R D F O R E XC E L L E N C E I N B OA R D S E R V I C E Honouring outstanding achievement and performance by a member of the Foundation Board of Directors. Ned Wootton D O U G S H E P PA R D C H A P T E R A W A R D Presented to the Chapter that achieves the highest percent increase in revenue over the previous year. Campbellford/Seymour Chapter H E A RT O F G O L D AWA R D A corporation that demonstrates loyalty, commitment and service to the Heart and Stroke Foundation through exceptional contributions that include significant material and/or financial resource support to the Foundation. Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life L U C A . VA N N E S T E A W A R D F O R V O L U N T E E R A N D S TA F F T E A M S The Luc A. Vanneste Award for Volunteer and Staff Teams is awarded to an area office team that demonstrates exemplary achievement in the areas of revenue growth, cost control, teamwork, volunteer development and Foundation presence. Kitchener/Waterloo and Cambridge Area Volunteer and Staff Team (Provincial) Barrie Area Volunteer and Staff Team (Regional) H E A R T & S T R O K E C O R P O R AT E A W A R D H E A RT & S T R O K E AWA R D O F VO LU NTE E R EXC E LLE N C E Presented to volunteers with at least five years of service, who demonstrate vision and strategic ability, add value through leadership excellence, deliver on commitments and contribute high quality results, are proud advocates of the Foundation’s mission, and work to heighten the Foundation’s profile through the delivery of mission-related activities. Carol Harvey, Volunteer Development Chair – Lennox & Addington Chapter Robyn Houle, Health Promotion Chair – Leeds Grenville Chapter 12 • L E A R N M O R E AT W W W. H E A R TA N D S T R O K E . C A Recognizing corporations that significantly promote the mission of the Foundation, increase awareness of the Foundation in the community and generate thirdparty revenue. Auto Control Medical Inc. GoodLife Fitness Clubs IBM Employees’ Charitable Fund The Medgar Lighting Group Inc. (Halton) Woody’s Outhouse (Windsor) HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 13 G I V I N G F R O M TH E H EA RT This past year, our leadership donors showed us what it means to put their hearts into it. Through their generosity, they have demonstrated confidence in the Foundation’s ability to deliver urgently needed programs and support across the province. Their contributions will make a significant impact in helping to advance the mission of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario. A special thanks to our donors who have shown philanthropic leadership by giving more than $1,000 this year.* Frank Anderson Hazel Anderson Heather M Arthur, PhD Kathryn Balls Jennifer Ivey Bannock Evelyn Barker Karen and Bill Barnett Francine and Bob Barrett Rhoda Boland Helen Bozinovski and Ian Giffen Michael Bregman Yetta Bregman R Denys Calvin John and Nancy Cameron Lorimer and Louise Clarke Michael and Naomi Cohen Tony Comper William “Chip” Comstock Suzanne Ivey Cook Mary Beth Currie Kasia Czarski and Fred Glady Terry and Elsie Danylevich Dr. A V Dejardine Estate of Vera Dryland Bill Estey and Pam Rosenthal Audrey D Fawcett Lyell Farquharson Margaret and Jim Fleck Terry Fletcher Gwynneth Ford Wayne and Isabel Fox Jeffrey Friedman Tony Gaffney (Accenture Inc) David Galloway and Jan Venus Hal Gillis John Glenn Warren and Barbara Goldring Dr. Julian Greenwood Elizabeth D Hamilton Charles Hantho Dr. Mary Elizabeth Hellyer Roy and Joan Hintsa Richard and Donna Ivey Richard M Ivey Rosamond Ivey Duncan Jackman David W Johnston The Kay Family Foundation Theresa Keilhauer Katarina Lederer Jon Love Brian Luborsky Walker Lynch Ian MacLeod and Jane Sheppard Delmar MacKinnon Catherine MacMaster Alice and Murray Maitland Foundation Christopher McCulloch I A McEwan, QC F A McGrandel John L McGugan Daniel McPhee The Moffat Family Foundation c/o The Winnipeg Fdn. Vanessa Morgan Ken Norris Sandra Nymark Harry N Oakes Helen Orsino Lee and Murray Peters Tina Petridis Beverley Jane Pinchin Preston Family John and Gisele Rapley Irfhan Rawji Ralph F D Richardson Derek and Margo Ridout Lloyd and Nancy Robertson Edith Roberts Mary and Michael Rolland Iain and Cristina Ronald Elaine Roper Rocco and Rhonnie Rossi Charles and Caty Sallie Thomas and Joanne Singer Paul and Cathy Singleton Dr. Duncan J Stewart Dr. Matthew Suh * This list reflects our most generous individual donors of 2006. Every effort has been made to achieve accuracy and to respect each donor’s preference regarding anonymity. To make enquiries or corrections, please contact Janet Grant in the Major Gifts office at 416-489-7111 ext. 397 or [email protected]. Laura Syron William and Gail Szego Gail and Violet Thomas Bob and Charlotte Traher Joseph Trigiani Virginia Tsui Ronald Verbrugge The Benjamin Walker Foundation Michael Wayling The Harvey and Barbara Wolfe Family Foundation Greg and Linda Wolfond Pedie and Mel Wolfond John W Young JOHN GLENN – “A C A R I N G I N V E S T M E N T ” John Glenn knows a good investment. He worked in the insurance business for many years, and has also made savvy investments of his own. This year, John made a stock gift to the Heart and Stroke Foundation – another wise investment. “ Heart disease and stroke have been in my family as far back as I know,” says John, who lives in Toronto with wife Gerda. “ Hopefully, this helps lots of other people – and it might even help us, too.” Above: John and Gerda Glenn H E A R T A N D S T R O K E F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O • A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 6 • 13 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 14 B U I L D I N G P OT E N T I A L T H R O U G H PA RT N E R S The Heart and Stroke Foundation celebrates these leaders of change. Their generosity supports cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health through research, education and advocacy. Without them, much of the work we do would simply not be possible. So on behalf of all Canadians, we thank you. C O R P O R AT E S U P P O R T E R S $ 10 , 0 0 0 – $ 4 9 , 9 9 9 3M Canada ECHO AstraZeneca Canada Inc. Auto Control Medical Inc. Bell Employee Giving Program BMO Fountain of Hope Canadian Egg Marketing Agency Cash Money Group Inc. Chatelaine Clarica ConAgra Foods Inc. (Egg Beaters) Danone (Cardivia) Giant Tiger GoodLife Fitness Clubs IBM Employees’ Charitable Fund Industrial Alliance London Life Employee SHARE Fund Mackenzie Financial Charitable Foundation Maple Leaf Consumer Foods Masons District 3 Medipac International Inc. Meridian Credit Union Nexinnovations Ontario Produce Marketing Association OPG Employees’ & Pensioners’ Charity Trust Petro-Canada Rogers Communications Inc. sanofi aventis Scotiabank smart Canada Sun-Rype Products Ltd. Swarovski Canada Ltd. TD Bank Financial Group Winners Merchants International $50,000–$99,999 Bayer Inc. Boehringer Ingelheim Ltd./Ltée Boston Pizza International Inc. Desjardins Financial Security General Mills Canada Corporation (Cheerios) Pfizer Canada Inc. Sears Employee Charitable Fund $ 10 0 , 0 0 0 + F O RTI N O S Fortinos has been a strong supporter of the Heart and Stroke Foundation since 1983 and has helped raise over $2 million since our partnership began. On a yearly basis, Fortinos appeals to its employees, vendors and members of the community to raise funds via a variety of events including its annual Heart Fund Dinner Dance. Fortinos, Your Supermarket with Heart! is a caring and giving company committed to making a significant contribution towards reducing the devastating effects of heart disease and stroke in its communities. G R E AT- W E S T L I F E , L O N D O N L I F E A N D C A N A D A L I F E Diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease will be significantly improved as a result of a Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life supported research partnership between the Heart and Stroke Foundation and Robarts Research Institute (London, ON). This funding will support four research projects at Robarts in addition to funding scientists and infrastructure, such as equipment and improved facilities, enabling ground-breaking research programs. The volunteer spirit and leadership of Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life have long been, and continue to be, key factors in the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s and Robarts’ success. P O LO F O R H EART Since its inception in 1979, Polo for Heart has raised over $3 million dollars for life-saving research, and last year raised over $200,000 for the Heart&Stroke Chase McEachern Tribute Fund to place life-saving AEDs in more public places in Ontario communities. 14 • L E A R N M O R E AT W W W. H E A R TA N D S T R O K E . C A HSFO AR 06 v16_post_press.qxd 11/17/06 1:06 PM Page 15 $ 10 0 , 0 0 0 + (cont.) U N I L EV E R C A N A DA ( B E C E L ) For nearly 20 years Becel has been an outstanding corporate partner of the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Over the years, Becel’s involvement has included supporting numerous Foundation events, public education pieces, innovative fund raising initiatives and awareness campaigns. In June 2006, Becel celebrated its 10th year as the Title Sponsor of the Becel Heart&Stroke Ride for Heart, Canada’s largest and most successful charity cycling event. Becel has worked in true concert with the Heart and Stroke Foundation to achieve our mutual goals of educating and improving the heart health of all Canadians. Left: The Unilever Corporate Team was one of 128 teams who supported our 19th annual Becel Heart&Stroke Ride for Heart this past June. Unilever has participated in the event since 1997 and this year raised an impressive $30,000. Thanks to all the participants, volunteers and sponsors in events held in Toronto, Calgary and Edmonton, who really put their hearts into this event, helping us surpass our goal and raise over $2.15 million for critical life-saving research. M E D IA S U P P O RTE R S Guelph Mercury AG E N CY S U P P O RTE R S Alliance Atlantis Communications Inc. Hamilton Spectator The Amazing Persona Maclean’s Brampton Guardian MetroNews CanWest Global Communications Corp.: canada.com Global TV (Ontario) National Post NOW Magazine The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would like to recognize the following creative and communications agencies who delivered such an extraordinary degree of support from pro bono strategic and creative work, to leveraging media for optimal added value. Thank you for helping us reach our wide, varied and valued audience of Canadians everywhere – who share our vision for healthier, longer lives. We could not possibly do it without you. Chatelaine The Chronicle Journal CHUM Radio: 1380 CKLC 98.3 FLY FM 103.7 BOB FM Corus Entertainment: CKWS Television Oldies 960 96.3 JOE FM Magic 106.1 1460 CJOY Dougall Media Eucan Kitchener-Waterloo Record Pedal Magazine Rogers Television Standard Radio Stations: 97.3 EZ Rock CFRB 1010 Mix 99.9 105.7 EZ Rock NEWSTALK 610 CKTB 97.7 HTZ-FM Q97.5 BX93 AM1290 AM1410 Toro Magazine Ogilvy One Mindshare Publicis Canada Zenith Optimedia Cundari SFP York Region Newspaper Group Viacom Zoom Media H E A R T A N D S T R O K E F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O • A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 6 • 15 HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 16 F I N A N C I A L I N F O R M AT I O N STATE M E NT O F F I NAN C IAL P O S ITI O N STATE M E NT O F R EVE N U E AN D EX P E N D ITU R ES As at August 31 (in $ thousands) For the years ended August 31 (in $ thousands) 2006 Assets Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents Accounts receivable Prepaid expenses and deposits Inventory $ 20,963 1,853 1,575 1,030 2005 $ 38,903 1,918 1,232 650 25,421 42,703 93,588 313 2,200 72,961 297 210 121,522 116,171 Investments Endowment funds Property and equipment Liabilities Current liabilities Accounts payable and accrued liabilities Research grants and awards payable 7,522 36,444 7,430 32,600 43,966 40,030 1,849 102 4,069 2,596 – – 966 3,245 52,582 44,241 63,589 4,687 313 351 45,089 26,334 297 210 68,940 71,930 121,522 116,171 Leasehold inducements Rent allowance Deferred contributions Research grants and awards payable Net Assets Internally restricted Unrestricted Restricted for endowment purposes Invested in property and equipment 2005 26,377 9,819 8,916 6,300 2,525 27,233 10,335 8,855 6,169 1,684 Less: Direct program costs 53,937 8,831 54,276 8,843 Net fund raising before lotteries Net proceeds of lotteries 45,106 15,360 45,433 18,282 Net fund raising revenue 60,466 63,715 Other Income Interest, dividends, realized gains (losses) on investments and other income Increase in market value of investments 11,678 588 4,099 12,809 72,732 80,623 13,491 2,571 13,076 2,394 16,062 15,470 56,670 65,153 39,845 34,669 19,815 20,056 59,660 54,725 ( 2,990) 10,428 Operating expenditures Fund raising Administration Net revenue before mission expenditures Mission expenditures Research Health promotion and community programs Excess (deficiency) of revenue over expenditures for the year FISCAL 2006 EXPENDITURES Admin/ Fund raising (Admin 3%) 21% 53% Health promotion and community programs 2006 Revenue Fund raising revenue Community-based programs Bequests and major gifts Direct marketing In honour gifts Corporate sponsorship and other • Continuing investment in mission spending, rising 17% from $50.9 million in 2004, to $59.7 million in 2006 • These increases resulted in an excess of expenditures over revenue of $2.9 million. Further increases are anticipated as initiatives are implemented from the Foundation’s Strategic Plan. The Plan endorses significant additional investment in research as well as our Healthy Weights initiative • The Foundation has sufficient cash balances and investments to fund this increased mission spending Research 26% 16 • L E A R N M O R E AT W W W. H E A R TA N D S T R O K E . C A HSFO AR 06 v15.qxd 11/16/06 11:29 AM Page 17 A B O UT TH E A N N UA L R E P O RT revenue. Fund raising costs include operating and salary costs H O W I S I T P R E PA R E D ? The Annual Report’s financial information is extracted and summarized from the Foundation’s Audited Financial Statements. These Audited Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and are audited by the firm PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. The auditors review this Annual Report for consistency with the Audited Financial Statements. They also review the Foundation’s annual Registered Charity Information Return form T3010 that is filed with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and is available annually on the CRA website. A complete set of financial statements is available upon request from the Foundation Finance Department (416-489-7111 ext. 477). Business number 10747-2839-RR0001. WH O I S R ES P O N S I B LE F O R OVE R S E E I N G F I NAN C IAL MANAG E M E NT? The Foundation’s Board of Directors is comprised of community volunteers with extensive financial, business and health expertise. The Audit Committee is accountable to the Board of Directors to assist them in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities for the external financial reporting process, the system of internal control, the audit process and the processes for identifying, evaluating and managing the Foundation’s principal risks impacting financial reporting. The Finance and Investment Committee is accountable to the Board for providing oversight regarding the financial well-being of the Foundation. W H Y I S LOT T E RY R EV E N U E D I F F E R E N T F R O M C H A R I TA B L E R E V E N U E ? related to fund raising, but not attributable to a specific fund raising program. Administration costs include all other costs that are not related to fund raising or direct program costs. W H AT A R E D E F E R R E D C O N T R I B U T I O N S A N D I N T E R N A L LY R E S T R I C T E D A S S E T S ? Generally, revenues of the Foundation are not restricted by external parties or donors to specific types of expenditures. However, certain revenue sources, including government-sponsored projects, the Heart and Stroke Foundation Centre for Stroke Recovery and specific corporate and philanthropic donations, require the Foundation to spend funds on designated or mutually agreed upon expenditures. As many activities span multiple fiscal periods, deferred contributions can arise when the revenue designated for these restricted expenditures exceeds the expenditures or commitments at the end of the fiscal period. As a result, the Foundation does not recognize such excess as revenue but reflects the excess as deferred contributions until such time as the Foundation expends or finishes the commitments to the designated activity. Furthermore, in order to ensure sufficient resources are available to fund multi-year research awards and other priorities established within the Foundation’s strategic plan, the Board of Directors “internally restricts” or reserves a portion of the Foundation’s net assets. Accordingly, all internally restricted amounts are not available for any other purposes without approval of the Board of Directors. W H Y D O E S T H E F O U N D AT I O N R E P O R T The Canada Revenue Agency does not allow a tax deduction for the purchase of lottery tickets. Accordingly, the Foundation does not issue tax receipts for lottery tickets. Over the past 10 years, the Lottery has enabled the Foundation to generate over $124 million in net revenue to support research initiatives and community health programs. In the Audited Financial Statements and in this Report, Lottery revenues are reported as net proceeds, consistent with the presentation by other charitable organizations. H O W A R E N O N - M I S S I O N - R E L AT E D COSTS PRESENTED? The Foundation presents non-mission costs in three expense categories in its Statement of Revenue and Expenditures: direct program costs, fund raising costs and administration. Direct program costs are expenses directly attributable to generating fund raising revenue. In the Audited Financial Statements and in this Report, these costs are deducted from gross fund raising T H E I N C R E A S E I N M A R K E T VA L U E O F INVESTMENTS? As of fiscal 2006, new accounting recommendations require all organizations to report investments at market value with a resulting unrealized gain or loss from the change in market value. As recommended, the Foundation proactively chose to adopt these principles in advance of these requirements. The market value of the investment portfolio is subject to ongoing market fluctuations and inherent market risks. The Foundation’s investment portfolio is managed by an independent third-party investment manager and is subject to investment criteria and benchmarks approved by the Board of Directors, with oversight provided by an Investment Subcommittee. H E A R T A N D S T R O K E F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O • A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 6 • 17 HSFO AR 06 v16_post_press.qxd 11/17/06 1:06 PM Page bcii CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER WHERE WE ARE Rocco Rossi Barrie Belleville Brampton Brantford Brockville Burlington Chatham Cornwall Etobicoke Guelph Hamilton Kingston Kitchener-Waterloo London Newmarket North Bay VICE PRESIDENTS Nickey Alexiou – Human Resources Kasia Czarski – Marketing Laura Syron – Research, Advocacy & Health Promotion Bill Thomas – Chief Financial Officer, Finance, Systems & Business Solutions H EART AN D STROKE F O U N D AT I O N O F O N TA R I O (Provincial Office) 2300 Yonge Street, Ste 1300 P.O. Box 2414 Toronto, ON M4P 1E4 T E L 416-489-7111 F A X 416-489-6885 E M A I L [email protected] W E B S I T E www.heartandstroke.ca Business number 10747-2839-RR0001 The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario prides itself on making every dollar achieve real results that change lives. Whether you participate in or sponsor an event, give at the door during Heart Month, honour a loved one through a memorial donation, or support our work as a valued volunteer, your money and personal commitment fuel the very best in world-class research. Only with your help can we continue to deliver breakthrough medical advancements, effect social change, and educate individuals, families and health professionals with the most current health information and knowledge that protects and saves lives. T H I S I S W H AT H A P P E N S W H E N YO U P U T YO U R H E A R T I N T O I T. M I S S I O N S TAT E M E N T The Heart and Stroke Foundation, a volunteer-based organization, leads in eliminating heart disease and stroke through the advancement of research and its application, the promotion of healthy living, and advocacy. North York Ottawa Owen Sound Peterborough Richmond Hill Sarnia Sault Ste. Marie St. Catharines Stratford Sudbury Thunder Bay Timmins Toronto Whitby Windsor