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Cystic Fibrosis Canada has a helpline to answer your information requests, referrals and to help you find the resources you are looking for including connecting individuals to community and government resources. In addition to the resources provided below, you may contact us directly with queries pertaining to CF resources and disability supports.
We look forward to helping you find the information, referral, service, program and support you are seeking. Contact us by email athelpline@cysticfibrosis.caor by phone at 1-800-378-2233 to speak with a member of our staff.
CYSTIC FIBROSIS RESOURCE GUIDE
Please note, some of the resources included in the Guide are only available in French and will direct you to a French external source. If you need assistance, please use our Information Request and Referral Service.
PLEASE CLICK THE IMAGE BELOW TO VIEW THE FULL GUIDE.
The section includesCF health related resources that can help you better understand and manage CF care. If you have specific questions or health concerns for a particular case, please contact the CF clinic for medical advice.
Education and CF: Information for Teachers and Professors
This section includestools that outline key considerations and information about CF and school.You will also find supports for people with CF and their families/caregivers that are interested in pursuing a higher education included.
This section will include information on employment assistance and financial supports such as employment insurance benefits and the disability tax credit. While we work to have said resources available, please feel free to contact us with any queries by email at helpline@cysticfibrosis.caor by phone at 1-800-378-2233 ext. 403.
This section consists of resources that are relevant to people with CF that are transitioning from paediatric to adult clinic care. The CF health section above also includes resources to help you better understand and manage CF care. If you have specific questions or health concerns for a particular case, please contact your CF clinic for medical advice.
This resource is designed to help support you as a parent living with cystic fibrosis. The guide was developed by Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s Adult Cystic Fibrosis Advisory Committee (ACFAC) with the goal of providing more resources and support for adults with cystic fibrosis. The Parenting When You Have Cystic Fibrosis and the complementary activity book designed for children whose parents live with CF, Keepin’ it Rosy, are available for download and print.
Certain PDF documents may not work with current assistive technologies because they use outdated technologies that do not support accessibility. Cystic Fibrosis Canada will convert documents to new formats upon request within 5 business days. Please contact accessibility@cysticfibrosis.ca for support.
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November 2022 - February 2023
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Award-winning photographer and graphic designer Ian Pettigrew knew something wasn’t quite right when he was unable to have children. He was 38 years old when he discovered the real culprit behind his health issues – cystic fibrosis.