Join us for Her Heart Matters – Wear Red Canada Day to learn how women’s health and heart health change across the lifespan. This event will help you better understand your body, recognize important signs and symptoms, and discover practical ways to care for your heart with confidence and knowledge. 

Reminder: Wear Red Canada Day is on February 13, and our event will be held one day earlier, on February 12.

• Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 1:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• WSAC Community Cafe

• Admission: $3.00 (pay at the door, includes coffee and treats)

EVENT SCHEDULE

1:45 to 2:45 p.m. – From Cycles to Cessation: The Ovaries are the Architect of Women’s Health
Presented by Colleen Norris

This presentation explains how the ovaries and the hormone estrogen shape women’s health across the entire lifespan, not just during the childbearing years. Estrogen plays a vital role in protecting the heart, brain, bones, blood vessels, mood, and overall well-being. As estrogen levels change with age and menopause, symptoms such as hot flashes, sleep problems, fatigue, memory changes, and shifts in heart and bone health are not simply “normal aging,” but signs of real biological change that deserve attention. The presentation encourages women to better understand their bodies and feel empowered to seek informed, individualized care that supports healthy aging and quality of life.

Dr. Norris will lead a Q&A session from 2:45 to 3:15 pm to answer your questions and deepen your understanding of women’s heart health.

3:30 to 4:15 p.m. – Reducing Your Risk: A Practical Approach to Heart Health for Senior Women
Presented by Lisa Gerard, Primary Care Alberta

As we age, our heart health needs change, but it is never too late to make a positive difference. This interactive session is designed for senior women and focuses on practical ways to protect your heart, recognize warning signs, and make everyday choices that support long-term heart health. You will leave with simple, useful tips to help you feel confident and empowered in your heart wellness journey.

MEET THE PRESENTERS

Colleen Norris
Dr. Norris is a registered nurse and professor in the Faculty of Nursing, with adjunct appointments in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry and the School of Public Health. She is internationally recognized for her leadership in advancing evidence-informed practices and policies in women’s health, with a research focus on sex and gender factors that impact women’s heart health.

Lisa Gerard
Lisa is a Registered Nurse with over 35 years of experience in chronic disease management and seniors’ health. In her role at Primary Care Alberta, she supports overall wellness by promoting practical strategies for stress management and healthy living. She is passionate about empowering adults to take charge of their health through education and supportive conversations.

REGISTRATION

• Call our Front Desk at 780 483 1209

• Send an email to ch****@*******rs.ca  

• Register at MyActiveCentre