Hypertension Canada

02/23/2026

We’re proud to highlight the outreach efforts of Hypertension Canada member Raveenie Rajasingham, who recently supported two important community initiatives:
- Free Health & Fasting Community Clinic at the Pickering Islamic Center
- Diverse Minds Collective Seniors Group

Through blood pressure screening and cardiovascular health education, initiatives like these reinforce the importance of knowing your numbers and understanding hypertension risk.

Hypertension affects 1 in 4 Canadian adults. Community outreach plays a critical role in early detection, prevention, and empowering individuals to understand and manage their cardiovascular risk.

Thank you, Raveenie, for your continued leadership and commitment to heart health.

02/19/2026

Looking to strengthen your expertise in hypertension management?

Hypertension Canada’s Professional Certification Program (HC-PCP) is comprised of comprehensive virtual learning modules designed for health care providers seeking evidence-based training in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of high blood pressure.

Grounded in Hypertension Canada guidelines and developed by national experts, the program offers flexible, online education that supports clinicians in building confidence, enhancing clinical decision-making, and improving patient outcomes.

With hypertension affecting 1 in 4 adults in Canada and remaining a leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease and death, specialized knowledge has never been more important.

Learn more about the certification pathway and how to enroll: https://hypertension.ca/professional-certification-program
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Hypertension Canada is the only Canadian organization dedicated solely to the prevention and control of hypertension (high blood pressure) and its complications.

02/17/2026

Not all blood pressure monitors are created equal.

Accurate blood pressure measurement is essential for diagnosing and managing hypertension. Yet globally, only a small proportion of devices on the market have been properly validated for accuracy.

Hypertension Canada’s Device Recommendation Program reviews and recommends blood pressure devices that meet rigorous validation standards. Our list includes home, clinical, and ambulatory monitors that Canadians can trust.

If you monitor your blood pressure at home, make sure your device is validated.

Explore the recommended devices here:
https://hypertension.ca/public/recommended-devices/

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If you have hypertension, managing your condition is crucial to preventing serious health complications. Home blood pressure monitoring is a powerful tool in maintaining your health, and Hypertension Canada recommends it as an essential part of hypertension management.

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, show your heart some love.

Heart disease and stroke remain leading causes of death in Canada — and high blood pressure as the number one risk factor for stroke and a major risk factor for heart disease.

The most meaningful gift we can give ourselves and the people we care about is prevention.

At Hypertension Canada, we advance research, education, and evidence-based guidelines to improve blood pressure detection and control across the country.

If heart health matters to you, consider supporting our work today.

A small gesture can make a lasting difference: https://hypertension.ca/donate

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02/13/2026

We’re honoured that our 2025 Primary Care Guideline was the most-read article published in CMAJ last year.

This recognition underscores the importance of practical, evidence-based tools for primary care providers managing hypertension - one of the most significant modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Thank you to the clinicians, researchers, patient partners, and volunteers who contributed to this work, and to our community who continue to engage with and implement the guideline.

Read more: https://www.cmaj.ca/content/197/20/E549
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Background: Canada has historically been among the world leaders in hypertension care, but hypertension treatment and control rates have regressed in recent years. This guideline is intended to provide pragmatic primary care–focused recommendations to improve hypertension management in adults at t...

02/06/2026

We’re proud to share Hypertension Canada’s 2025-2028 strategic plan, outlined in our newly released Annual Report.

Our mission: Hypertension Canada is the only national organization solely dedicated to the prevention, detection, and control of high blood pressure and its complications – to improve cardiovascular health for all.

Our vision: Healthy Blood Pressure. Better Lives. Every Person.

Guided by evidence, collaboration, and a commitment to equity, our renewed strategic focus strengthens how we mobilize knowledge, partner across Canada's health system, and drive meaningful impact for the 7.5 million Canadians living with hypertension.

Explore our website and Annual Report to learn more about where we’re headed and how we’re working to make a difference.

https://hypertension.ca/about/

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02/02/2026

Last call for Hypertension Canada Awards nominations.

The nomination deadline is Friday, February 6, 2026. Our awards recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to hypertension research, clinical care, advocacy, and service in Canada.

If you know a colleague or changemaker whose work deserves recognition, we encourage you to submit a nomination.

More information: https://hypertension.ca/awards/general-awards
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Nominations for the 2026 Hypertension Canada Awards are now being accepted! To nominate a peer, please send your nomination to [email protected] before Friday, February 6, 2026

01/30/2026

We’re pleased to share Hypertension Canada’s 2025 Annual Report.

The report highlights our progress over the past year and the impact of our work to strengthen hypertension prevention, care, and research across Canada.

Read the full report:
https://hypertension.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EN-Hypertension-Canada-Annual-report-2025.pdf

12/29/2025

As the year comes to a close, we invite you to help build a healthier future.

Your donation to Hypertension Canada supports education, advocacy, and research that prevent heart disease, stroke, and serious health complications.

Together, we can make a lasting difference. Tax receipts are available, donate today: https://hypertension.ca/donate

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is the single most important risk factor for premature death and disability in the world.

12/26/2025

Every gift makes a difference.

By donating to Hypertension Canada, you help fund national initiatives that raise awareness, improve care, and prevent the complications of high blood pressure.

Join us in creating a healthier future for all Canadians.

Tax receipts are available. Donate here: https://hypertension.ca/donate

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is the single most important risk factor for premature death and disability in the world.

12/22/2025

Hypertension Canada is recruiting new members to join upcoming Guideline Subcommittees in the following areas:
- Primary Aldosteronism
- Pediatrics, Adolescent & Young Adulthood
- Pregnancy & Post-Partum
- The Frail Elderly
Interested individuals are invited to send a brief statement of interest and indicate the subcommittee(s) they’re interested in to info@hypertension.ca

12/19/2025

High blood pressure affects 1 in 4 adults in Canada and remains the leading modifiable risk factor for heart disease and stroke.

Your donation helps Hypertension Canada continue vital work in prevention, education, and advocacy — improving outcomes nationwide.

Make your impact today: https://hypertension.ca/donate

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is the single most important risk factor for premature death and disability in the world.