2017-18ANNUAL REPORT

Keep hearts beating, one at a time Every year, your donations help keep thousands of hearts beating. Table of Contents

Introduction 04 A message from the Chair of the Board 06 A message from the Chief Executive Officer 09 Mission, values and code of ethics

2017-2018 overview 10 Activity report

Flagship campaigns 12 Heart Beat for the Future campaign 15 Prevent, Predict, and Treat campaign

Lives transformed 16 Patient testimonials

The Montreal Heart Institute 19 A Montreal treasure 20 Key figures 21 Grants, awards and distinctions 22 Highlights Outreach and publications

Recognition 24 Professionals at the Institute 26 Mirella and Lino Saputo Foundation 28 Marcelle and Jean Coutu Foundation 30 Fondation J.A. DeSève 32 Official launch of the surgical robot 33 TD Bank Financial Group

Your generosity knows no bounds 34 Events of the Foundation 41 Partners who care for the cause 42 Events and fundraisers organized by our precious collaborators 44 The Visionary Circle 45 The Dr. Paul-David Society

Supporting excellence 46 Scolarships in nursing 47 Supporting emerging leaders 48 Research Day

Your donations go far 50 Thank you to our donors 54 Thank you to our volunteers 56 Thank you to our partners

Board of Directors 57 Members of the Board of Directors

Financial statements 60 Financial situation

2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT 04INTRODUCTION A message from the Chair of the Board

The 2017-2018 fiscal year marked the major campaign: Prevent, Predict my time here. I am convinced that with end of the Heart Beat for the Future and Treat Cardiovascular Disease. The the help of the Foundation’s outstanding campaign. Launched in 2006 with a focus campaign, which has already raised more team, our precious donors, collaborators, on progress and innovation, the campaign than $134 million, including $79 million partners, and members of the Institute raised over $70 million, $10 million more through the Foundation, began in 2014. family, he will lead the Foundation to than our goal. Thanks to the campaign’s Its final goal is to raise $156 million. The new heights. generous donors, significant investments campaign includes four strategic direc- I joined the Foundation’s Board of were made in the research, care, education, tions: imaging, genetics, prevention, and Directors more than 25 years ago and and prevention of cardiovascular disease. the personalization of care. With these was privileged to be its President for The Investing in Excellence major project four guidelines in mind, we have identified more than nine years. It was an immense led to: priority projects for the campaign: the honour for me to contribute to the - the creation of new research chairs creation of new research chairs, the success of this important institution - the construction of a new operating room purchase of new state-of the-art equip- to the benefit of all Quebecers. ment, innovative clinical studies, the - the purchase of state-of-the-art Thank you to the Foundation’s team, expansion of the EPIC Centre, and the medical equipment to the members of our board and its creation of the global Observatoire de la - the construction of Université de committees, and thank you to the prévention as part of the Montreal Heart Montréal’s Beaulieu-Saucier Pharma- dedicated professionals at the Montreal cogenomics Centre at the Montreal Institute’s digital shift which makes the Heart Institute for your immense trust. Heart Institute patient the focus of the care provided. I also want to thank all those who supported - the creation of the Montreal Heart The Montreal Heart Institute Foundation me during this wonderful adventure. And Institute’s André and France Desmarais is proud to support these major innovative finally, a heartfelt thank you to all of you Hospital Cohort and the expansion of projects. Every day, the Foundation works who help us save lives every day – you the Desmarais Family Research Centre hard to help the professionals at the help keep thousands of hearts beating. - the creation of new training programs Montreal Heart Institute who are the - the pursuit of work currently underway vectors of these promising initiatives. for the construction of a new outpatient The Foundation strives to make sure they centre, as well as the expansion and have access to the resources they need reconfiguration of the emergency room to implement their projects and to make Henri-Paul Rousseau On behalf of those who will benefit from major discoveries that have the potential Chair of the Board of Directors these investments, I want to sincerely to change lives. thank everyone who donated to the I also want to welcome the new Chair campaign. Your actions have made a of the Board of the Foundation, Lino A. significant mark on the Montreal Heart Saputo Jr., who joined the team in the Institute’s history. You have contributed to summer of 2018. His passion for the the pursuit of excellence in cardiovascular Institute, his leadership, and his expertise medicine and have allowed the Institute will help the Foundation pursue its mission to provide high-quality care to patients. and continue to excel, while encouraging Through constant work and determination, innovation at the Montreal Heart Institute. the Foundation has also helped the Mr. Saputo Jr. will be able to count on Institute implement its 2014-2019 the same spirit of collaboration, the same Strategic Plan by launching another support and trust that I enjoyed during

2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION - 5 INTRODUCTION

A message from the Chief Executive Officer

The Montreal Heart Institute Foundation This year again, many advances in projects that significantly improved has once again accomplished a great deal cardiology were made at the Institute, cardiovascular treatment for thousands this year. Thanks to the generosity of our and innovative projects continue to of patients. precious donors and the contribution of our abound. For instance, we have continued I would like to wish a warm welcome collaborators, partners, volunteers, as well to invest in the expansion of the EPIC to the new Chair of the Board, Lino A. as the entire Montreal Heart Institute team, Centre, the largest centre for cardiovas- Saputo Jr., I am delighted to team up the Foundation has ended the 2017-2018 cular disease prevention in Canada, by with him to take on new projects. fiscal year by exceeding its targets. adding an integrative laboratory on Finally, I want to express a heartfelt human physiology and a laboratory on Your donations and involvement throughout thank you to our generous donors, cognitive impairment and cardiovascular the year allowed us to pursue our mission collaborators, volunteers, and partners, disease. We have allowed the Institute to and support the Institute in order to advance as well as the members of the board and carry out 47 less invasive surgeries with fundamental and clinical research in the field its committees, the Institute’s staff and the help of a da Vinci Xi Surgical Robot. of cardiology. Thanks to you, we are able the formidable team at the Foundation. Dr. Yoan Lamarche and Dr. Michel Carrier to make our treatments more efficient, Thank you to all of you for allowing us to were also able to implant the first provide patients with state-of-the-art do more for cardiovascular health. Thank HeartMate III in patients suffering from technology, and ensure that the Institute you for believing in our cause and for heart failure. The Pharmacogenomics continues to be among the world’s best continuing to support the Foundation. cardiology centres, while remaining at Centre has completed the genotyping It is a privilege to work alongside you and the service of all Quebecers. of 24,000 participants in more than to be able to count on your invaluable 90 clinical studies. We also invested in loyalty! We are extremely grateful. Your heartfelt generosity is essential to COLCOT, an international study with helping us meet our goals. In 2017-2018, results that have the potential to our revenue from donations exceeded significantly improve the treatment of $18 million and our investment revenue cardiovascular disease. Finally, we are totalled $6.8 million. This is a wonderful enthusiastically pursuing our Investing success that will allow us to continue to in Excellence project, which has been Josée Noiseux support the Institute’s mission of excellence endorsed by the Government of Quebec Chief Executive Officer and make discoveries that will change the and will make the Montreal Heart lives of thousands of people. Institute the largest cardiology training We’re happy to announce that this year, centre in Canada. we will be able to donate $22.8 million I want to take a moment to thank my to the Montreal Heart Institute for the predecessor, Mélanie La couture, for all following: her hard work, her dedication, and her - $12.2 million for research passion. She was appointed Chief Executive - $4.7 million for the Investing Officer of the Institute in June 2017 and in Excellence project I am privileged to be able to work closely - $3.2 million in technological innovation with her to help our great Institute reach its - $2.1 million in prevention objectives. I am committed to overseeing - $0.6 million in education the Foundation’s future projects with the Every day, I hear that what is being done same dedication and contagious energy at the Institute is ground-breaking, that she showed. we are witnessing major accomplishments I also want to thank Henri-Paul Rousseau and advances, essential to improving the for his contribution to the Foundation quality of life and life expectancy of and the Institute and for his exceptional patients dealing with cardiovascular commitment to his work. His vision and disease. This is a source of immense leadership allowed the Foundation to reach pride for me. new heights and to take on ambitious

6 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION - 7 8INTRODUCTION OUR MISSSION

The Foundation collects and administers funds to support research, care, teaching, prevention, rehabilitation, and the evaluation of new technology at the Montreal Heart Institute. We therefore have a hand in the excellence of a world-class institution that serves the Quebec community.

OUR VALUES

We value involvement, integrity, listening and respect to obtain conclusive and effective results, while responsibly, honestly, transparently and soundly managing the funds entrusted to us. Our determination to go the extra mile is inspired by the work of our many volunteers.

OUR CODE OF ETHICS

The Foundation has established a code of ethics and professional conduct that was approved by its Board of Directors. The corporation thereby commits to building and maintaining an exemplary reputation in terms of ethics and professional conduct throughout all levels of its structure. Each Board member must comply with the standards outlined in this code, which includes provisions for conflicts of interest, confidential information, employment and external resources, entertainment, gifts and benefits as well as the use of the corporation’s goods and property.

8 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION - 9 2017-2018 OVERVIEW million $16.8 10 • Activity report Donations made to the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation have helped us provide

the Montreal Heart Institute with the means to reach its goals. Since its creation in million $13.5 • 2013-2018 1977, the Foundation has raised nearly $260 million for the Institute. These donations are turning innovative projects into reality and are improving the treatments available for patients suffering from cardiovascular disease thanks to less

invasive treatment techniques and preventive approaches on the cutting-edge of 2008-2013 science and technology. These medical breakthroughs make a real difference in the The Foundation donated $22.8 million to the Institute lives of patients.

$8.2 million Research

• $12.2 million $4.7 million Investing in Excellence

$5.4 million $5.4 Technological innovation

2003-2008 $3.2 million • $2.1 million Prevention Average yearly contributions Education to the Institute 1998-2003 $0.6 million $1.8 million $1.8 • Donations came from

Major and planned gifts

1977-1998 64% 19% Events and fundraising projects The Foundation’s financial statements show that the Direct marketing excess of revenues of expenses before contributions 17% is $20 million. This amount was used as follows: $22.8 million ANNUAL CONTRIBUTION TO THE INSTITUTE $3.0 million

AMOUNT ADDED TO THE ENDOWMENT FUND $5.8 million

USE OF AVAILABLE FUNDS FOR THE INVESTING IN EXCELLENCE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION - 11 12FLAGSHIP CAMPAIGNS 70 million times Heart Beat for the thank you! Future campaign Since 2006, the Foundation’s team, its donors and many volunteers come together Donors $100,000 to $500,000 $25,000 to $50,000 for the Heart Beat for the Future campaign. Thanks to the generosity of donors and Administration Portuaire de Montréal Air Liquide Canada inc. the contagious determination of all those who participated, we were able to raise more Dr. Andre and Mrs. Nussia Aisenstadt Chirurgiens Cardiaques Associés de l'ICM Alimentation Couche-Tard inc. Construction Albert Jean Limitée than $70 million, exceeding our ambitious $60 million target! Co-presided by the $5 million and more ATCO Group Dessau inc. Right Honourable Jean Chrétien, the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, André Gisèle Beaulieu et Michel Saucier Banque Laurentienne Fondation Luigi Liberatore Desmarais, Serge Godin, and Michael J. Sabia, all of whom we want to sincerely CAE Inc. Irma and Robert Fragman thank, this successful campaign allows the Montreal Heart Institute to provide $2 to 5 million Cardiologues Associés de l'ICM Louis A Tanguay patients with state-of-the art care, make advances in research, and improve the Bell Dalfen Family Foundation efficiency of treatments. Marissa et Francesco Bellini Frances & Reuben Dubrofsky / Kaycan ltd.

BMO Groupe financier Énergir $25,000 and less Boston Scientific Ltd. Financière Manuvie / ManuLife Financial Adelson Design André Desmarais et The Aaron and Wally Fish Family Foundation Serge Archambault Major achievements of the Heart Beat for the Future campaign France Chrétien Desmarais Fondation de la famille Lemaire AXA Assurances Inc. Paul et Jacqueline Desmarais Fondation Fernand R. Bibeau Christiane Bergevin Fondation J.-Louis Lévesque Groupe Canam Manac Inc. Claude Blanchet The J.W. McConnell Family Foundation Groupe COGECO Inc. Michèle Boutet CARE PREVENTION Power Corporation du Canada Jean-Guy Hamelin La Brasserie Labatt Ltée St. Jude Medical Canada Inc. The Mel Hoppenheim Family Foundation Capinabel Inc. Sandra & Leo Kolber Foundation Directeurs FICM Construction of an operation room Expansion of the EPIC prevention $1 to 2 million Maple Leaf Foods Inc. Directeurs ICM Purchase of high-tech specialized medical equipment and rehabilitation centre Metro inc. Claude Fontaine Banque Nationale Pratt & Whitney Canada Gaétan Frigon - Hélène Héroux Expansion and reconfiguration of the emergency room Secondary prevention and cardiac rehabilitation: Claudine and Stephen Bronfman Rona inc. Ketchum Canada Inc. GOSPEC program Family Foundation Construction of a new outpatient centre Succession Jean-Denis Laramée Dr Marc-André Laliberté Training for prevention centres in remote areas CGI Jean-Yves Leblanc Major investment in pediatric cardiology CN Sun Life Financial Dr Guy Legros Paul et Hélène Desmarais Transcontinental inc. and treatment of congenital diseases Dr Robert Leroux Fondation J. Armand Bombardier Brian M. Mulroney Fondation J.A. De Sève Fondation Jeunesse-Vie $50,000 to $100,000 Navilon inc. La Great-West, London Life et Canada-Vie Les Anesthésistes Associés de l'ICM Robert Paré Michal & Renata Hornstein ArcelorMittal Montréal Inc. Richard Payeur RESEARCH EDUCATION Mouvement des caisses Desjardins Fondation Marcel et Rolande Gosselin Marc Poulin RBC Banque Royale Fondation Samson Bélair Deloitte & Jean Royer Richard J. and Carolyn Renaud Touche Canada Robert Tessier Expansion of the research centre New online and simulation training programs Saputo inc. Daniel Lamarre François Veillet Lieberman Tranchemontagne Marie-Anne et Michel Vennat Construction of a pharmacogenomics centre Construction of a cardiovascular health training G. Wallace F. McCain The Windward Foundation Creation of new research chairs and excellence centre $500,000 to $1 million Merck Frosst Canada Ltd. Wyndham Wordwild Operations Inc. Technological upgrade of current rooms AstraZeneca Canada Inc. Monitor Angelcare André and France Desmarais Hospital Cohort Banque Scotia of the Montreal Heart Institute Purchase of equipment for training purposes CIBC Launch of a website for professional continuous Groupe Financier Banque TD development Peter Munk Charitable Foundation Rio Tinto Sanofi-Aventis Canada Inc.

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Prevent, Predict, and Treat campaign Launched in 2014, the Prevent, Predict, and Treat campaign was designed to support research, implement priority projects in cardiovascular health, and improve the lives of the tens of thousands of patients who are treated at the Institute every year. The Foundation’s objective for this campaign is ambitious: raise $100.95 million (out of a total of $156 million) to support advances in cardiovascular imaging, cardiovascular genetics, person- alization of care, and prevention. And we are very close to reaching this goal! As of March 31, 2018, the Foundation had raised $79.44 million. This means $21.51 million needs to be raised by the end of the campaign in 2019.

2.

CAMPAIGN GOAL $100.95 million

AMOUNT RAISED $79.44 million

Images of the future Institute 1. Main entrance 2. Ambulance entrance 1. 3. 3. View from Bélanger Street

14 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION - 15 LIVES TRANSFORMED 16 Underwent open heart surgery at 3 years old “Having had open-heart surgery for an atrial septal defect at age three, I am fortunate today to be able to enjoy life without any constraints. But not everyone is as lucky as I am, and that is why I wholeheartedly support the mission of the Foundation!” – Pierre-Marc Hamelin

Recipient of the first mechanical heart at the Institute, Had surgery in 2010, UCI Masters Time Trial transplanted in 2002 World Champion in 2011 “When I woke up at the Institute, I was very worried, but my faith was quickly “In 2009, after a severe tachycardia attack, I found myself at the Heart renewed once I got to know the people and learned to appreciate the quality of Institute for catheter ablation, which, thanks to my surgeon’s skills, gave the resources there. It is refreshing to see such a friendly environment, with such me the life I have today: athletic, active and energetic. It is tremendously “motivated people when our health system is going through a difficult time. unsettling to know that your heart has a defect. We are very fortunate here The teams are professional, the people are dedicated and there are world-renowned in Montreal to have the best cardiac health care – it is so reassuring. Thank experts and state-of-the-art equipment.” you for my life, dear Institute!” – Jean Gravel – Annick-Isabelle Marcoux

Cardiac arrest victim in 2017 “Nobody wishes to be hospitalized, but it is not a choice. On December 11 last year, I went to the Institute with the idea of staying the least amount of time Hospitalized for ventricular arrhythmia in 2011 possible. My stay was not as short as I had hoped. However, the excellence of “I want to thank the team at the Montreal Heart Institute who have enabled me, the care I received, the constant presence of doctors, the advice, the answers still today, to live life to the fullest. This hope has been made possible thanks to to my questions, the smiles, the compassion and professionalism of the staff the Foundation’s support for cardiovascular disease research.” made my time at the Institute much more pleasant than expected. For all these reasons, the Heart Institute is a 5-star hospital… and the food is good – Hugo Langis too. I would like to thank the Institute for making this ordeal more pleasant.” – Jean-Philippe LaRose

Had surgery as a child, my follow-ups are now done at the Institute Underwent open heart surgery over 10 years ago “Although my heart operation was performed in another establishment when I was “In my opinion, the Montreal Heart Institute represents expertise at its very very young, the Montreal Heart Institute has been taking care of me since I turned peak, combined with exemplary dedication from the entire team.” 18, and they have my trust. I have always received the essential and preventive care I needed, giving me invaluable peace of mind.” – François Hamelin – Justine Hamelin 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION” - 17 19THE MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE The Montreal Heart Institute is: Annually it is also…

5,681 hemodynamic procedures 2,319 surgical procedures 62,151 - 1,959 visits to outpatient 225 doctors who are major heart surgeries (coronary and specialized clinics CMDP members, including bypasses, valvular surgeries and Grants, awards heart transplants) 17,834 2,026 employees 63 cardiologists visits to the emergency – - 360 and distinctions 15 cardiac surgeons other surgical procedures, 536 nurses anesthesiologists including biopsies 2,461 and permanent 12 electrophysiology procedures 83 2017-2018 researchers 8,666 hospitalizations 11 pharmacists who are CMDP Types of procedures: members The Department of Medicine’s teaching professor award 1,876 chosen by residents was given to Dr. Marie-Claude Parent. patients received coronary, 473 – drug-eluting, bioabsorbable patients received Dr. Jean-Lucien Rouleau received the Order of Canada or standard endovascular stents a cardiac defibrillator for his contributions to developing the field of cardiology as a researcher, clinician and university administrator. – 870 588 Dr. Léna Rivard and Dr. Rafik Tadros received the patients had coronary bypasses patients received Fonds de recherche du Québec – Santé grant. a pacemaker More than students, – 700 927 interns, residents, and fellows 153 licensed beds patients underwent valvular surgery, Dr. Marc Jolicoeur received the Association in cardiology-related fields of Faculties of Medicine of Canada award. (153 staffed beds) including 169 that were minimally invasive – – Sylvie Cossette, PhD, was awarded the 2018 Prix Florence, 21 beds in 730 patients underwent catheter presented by the Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec, medical intensive care in the Nursing Education and Research category. ablation of cardiac arrhythmia 24 beds in – surgical intensive care Our patients come from: Dr. Stanley Nattel received the Margolese Award for his research on arrhythmia. 50% 50% from the Island from outside of Montreal

20 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION - 21 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT 2017-2018 Highlights Outreach Training Dr. Michel Carrier and Dr. Yoan Lamarche - 26th Symposium in Interventional Cardiology implanted the first HeartMate III. - 4 educational symposiums on the subject of The Montreal Heart Institute’s Health Innovations Coordinating Center (MHICC) is leading the international Dal-GenE clinical trial study, which arrhythmias for Quebec and Canadian cardiologists represents the first application of precision cardiovascular medicine arising - 2-day symposium on the Ross procedure from pharmacogenomics. The focus of the study is on the use of the nd genetic signature to target the most appropriate drug for each patient. Dr. Valérie Turcot, postdoctoral researcher in Dr. Guillaume Lettre’s - 2 ECMO Day, in collaboration with the Canadian Cardiovascular laboratory, published results shedding light on the identity of eight new Critical Care Society, at the Vancouver General Hospital, British Columbia genes that influence the development of obesity, a significant risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. These findings will help test new strategies for preventing or treating obesity, which affects nearly 25% of Canadians. Dr. Louis Bherer’s team has been studying the impact of Our distinguished doctors interventions combining cognitive training and aerobic exercise - Dr. Philippe Demers became Vice-President of CMDP and Vice-President on spontaneous walking speed, a health indicator in older adults. of the Association des chirurgiens cardiovasculaires et thoraciques du Québec. An integrative human physiology laboratory was installed at the - Dr. Louis P. Perrault became President of the Association des chirurgiens Montreal Heart Institute’s EPIC Centre, under the leadership of cardiovasculaires et thoraciques du Québec. Dr. Daniel Gagnon. It permits the study of physiological adaptations of the human body to extreme environments. Two new cardiologists joined the Institute. Dr. Nicolas Thibodeau-Jarry will be working in the non-invasive techniques department and Dr. Julia Cadrin-Tourigny in electrophysiology and cardiovascular genetics. Publications Dr. Paul Khairy used and developed a magnetic guidance technique Together to to more precisely position a cardiac ablation catheter. Numerous articles were published this year in prestigious scientific journals: Dr. Jean-Claude Tardif’s team discovered the mechanism behind the protective effects of reduced - Circulation activity of the ADCY9 gene in atherosclerosis. The Pharmacogenomics Centre completed genotyping for over - Journal of the American College of Cardiology: Heart Failure 24,000 participants in more than 90 clinical studies, after a better prevent, collaboration agreement with pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca - Journal of the American College of Cardiology: Cardiovascular Interventions on the research of genes linked to cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, - Aging Clinical and Experimental Research as well as to complications and treatments associated with these The Beaulieu-Saucier Pharmacogenomics Centre at Université de diseases. Analyses are currently underway and promising preliminary - European Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Montréal received a $12 M grant from the Canada Foundation for results have been obtained. - American Journal of Physiology: Heart and Circulatory Physiology Innovation to expand its facilities, which will house new microbiomics predict and treat and metabolomics laboratories as well as a new artificial intelligence - Nature Genetics laboratory for advanced automated data processing. - Biomedical Optics Express The robotic coronary surgery program was put in place by Dr. Raymond Cartier, Dr. Hugues Jeanmart and Dr. Louis P. Perrault. So far, 12 coronary surgeries have been carried out (PiXi).

The robot-assisted mitral surgery program was put in place heart diseases. by Dr. Denis Bouchard and Dr. Michel Pellerin. So far, 35 robot-assisted mitral surgeries (PiXi) have been carried out. The MHICC served as a coordinator of the international COLCOT study. Undertaken in 12 countries on 3 continents, it aims to assess the role of colchicine, an anti-inflammatory that has been known and used for hundreds of years, in the prevention of cardiovascular events. The results of this study have the potential to significantly improve Phase 1 of the EPIC Centre’s expansion project was completed, tripling the the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and the associated costs. space dedicated to medical services, including offices for doctors and other professionals, physiology of exercise assessment rooms, etc. An area is also available to accommodate over 25 researchers and students in the field of prevention, led by Dr. Louis Bherer, PhD and Dr. Daniel Gagnon, PhD. The EPIC Centre, Canada’s first cardiovascular disease prevention centre, celebrated its 50th anniversary.

2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT FONDATION DE L'INSTITUT DE CARDIOLOGIE DE MONTRÉAL - 23 24RECOGNITION Les Anesthésistes Associés de l’Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal Professionals The Department of Radiology and Nuclear at the Institute Les Cardiologues Medicine of the Montreal Associés de Coming together Heart Institute l’Institut de Cardiologie for the cause de Montréal The Montreal Heart Institute Foundation acknowledges the generosity of the profes- sional teams working at the Montreal Heart Institute who chose, in 2017–2018, to support the Foundation with an unwavering commitment. Every day they save more lives, and every day we give them the means to achieve their ambitions. We are proud to be strong partners in the fight against cardiovascular diseases. A special thank you goes out to the profes- sional groups who, by their contribution to the Foundation, are making the Montreal Heart Institute one of the best cardiology centres in the world. Les Chirurgiens Cardiaques Associés The Foundation would like to thank you for de l’Institut de your precious support, your involvement, Cardiologie de Montréal your availability, and most of all your commitment to devote all your energy on better preventing, predicting and treating cardiovascular diseases, day in and day out.

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Partner for nearly 30 years Mirella and Lino Saputo Foundation An invaluable contribution Part of this donation was invested in the creation of the Chaire de recherche Mirella in the creation of the et Lino Saputo en santé cardiovasculaire Mirella and Lino Saputo et prévention des troubles cognitifs de Chair for the Prevention l’Université de Montréal à l’Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal. It was officially of Cognitive Disorders launched on May 25, 2017 at Université The Saputo family has been involved de Montréal. The work carried out by full with the Montreal Heart Institute and professor Dr. Louis Bherer and his team its Foundation for nearly 30 years. aims, among other things, to improve the True visionaries and precious partners, understanding of cognitive disorders, to the members of the Saputo family develop approaches to better prevent and care about the well-being and health treat these disorders, and to understand of Quebecers. the impact of prevention on cardiovascular With this in mind, the Saputo family health and cognition, with the ultimate chose to play a major role in supporting ambition of slowing or inhibiting the the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. development of cognitive disorders. In 2016, they donated $10 million to A wholehearted thank you to Ms. Mirella support major projects at the Montreal and Mr. Lino Saputo for the extraordinary Heart Institute and the EPIC Centre in support they have given to research on the field of prevention. Today, this historic cardiovascular diseases and the prevention gift is providing important leverage to of cognitive disorders. projects carried out by the professionals at the Montreal Heart Institute, helping to improve the quality of life, survival and longevity of the population, in Quebec and elsewhere.

From left to right Mr. Lino Saputo Sr., Ms. Mirella Saputo,

Photo credit: A. Dobrowolskyj credit: Photo Mr. Guy Breton, Ms. Mélanie La Couture and Dr. Louis Bherer PREVENTION

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Partner since 2014 Marcelle and Jean Coutu Foundation A major partner of the of heart failure. More specifically, the research seeks to improve cardiac function Montreal Heart Institute in patients, as well as their life expectancy in supporting research and quality of life. excellence In 2017, the Marcelle and Jean Coutu The Marcelle and Jean Coutu Foundation Foundation made possible the creation plays a key role in Quebec society, of a second research chair: the Chaire supporting major initiatives that positively Fondation Marcelle et Jean Coutu et impact the community. A partner of the Cal et Janine Moisan pour de meilleures Montreal Heart Institute Foundation pratiques en insuffisance cardiaque since 2014, the Foundation is making avancée de l’Université de Montréal à a real difference in the lives of people l’Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal. suffering from cardiovascular disease by Launched on September 26, 2017 at supporting excellence in research, pushing Université de Montréal under the the limits and promoting scientific rigour. leadership of Dr. Anique Ducharme, this chair supports work that will help The Marcelle and Jean Coutu Foundation improve the life expectancy and quality of and the Montreal Heart Institute Founda- life of patients suffering from heart failure. tion share a common vision and values that have made it possible to create two research We extend our warm thanks to the chairs in heart failure, representing a major Marcelle and Jean Coutu Foundation investment of $3 million. for its generous support and unwavering commitment to research in heart failure. In 2014, was created the Chaire Fondation Marcelle et Jean Coutu de traitements chirurgicaux novateurs en insuffisance cardiaque de l’Université de Montréal à l’Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal. Under the leadership of Dr. Louis P. Perrault, this chair supports research on the study and development of new treatments aimed at reversing the pathological process

From left to right 1st row: Ms. Janine Moisan, Mr. Cal Moisan 2nd row: Dr. Anique Ducharme, Ms. Marie-Josée Coutu, Dr. Raymond Lalande,

Photo credit: A. Dobrowolskyj credit: Photo Ms. Mélanie La Couture, Dr. Peter Guerra, Ms. Hélène Boisjoly RESEARCH

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Partner for over 30 years Fondation J.A. DeSève A generous contribution In 2017, the Fondation J.A. DeSève made a generous contribution to the COLCOT to the COLCOT clinical clinical study, aimed at considerably study reducing the risks of heart attack and Joseph Alexandre DeSève left an stroke. The study focuses on the potential enduring mark in Quebec. Numerous impact of colchicine, an anti-inflammatory major infrastructures and institutions of plant origin that has been known and proudly carry his name, testifying to used for hundreds of years. The Institute is the far-reaching influence of the considering using colchicine, which is both Fondation J.A. DeSève in Quebec. accessible and affordable, to reduce the risk of recurrence of cardiovascular events Created in 1966 by Joseph Alexandre in patients who have recently suffered DeSève, a remarkably generous man, the a heart attack. Fondation is now one of Quebec’s most highly regarded philanthropic organizations. No other project of this kind, at a For over 30 years, the Fondation J.A. national or international level, has taken DeSève and the Montreal Heart Institute such an in-depth look at this complex Foundation have shared a common vision and important societal issue in patients to support the fight against cardiovascular after a recent infarction. diseases. Over the years, the Montreal Thank you to the Fondation J.A. DeSève Heart Institute Foundation has been able for its invaluable support in this clinical to implement a number of priority projects study, which will certainly change the lives carried out by the professionals at the of people living with cardiovascular disease. Institute, all thanks to the unwavering support of the Fondation J.A. DeSève.

RESEARCH

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10 years A first of support in Canada for nursing

Official launch of the PiXi, was held on June 27, 2017 at the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation was able to award scholarships Surgical Montreal Heart Institute. In attendance TD Bank to undergraduate, graduate and post-gra- da Vinci Xi surgical robot were several generous donors who made Foundation marks 10 years duate students, scholarships to support robot at the Montreal Heart its acquisition possible, as well as the Financial of support for nursing from continuing education and a scholarship Institute medical team from the Institute’s surgery TD Bank Financial Group dedicated to mentoring nursing graduate department. In a festive atmosphere, we students. TD Bank’s support is vital Donors In 2017, the Montreal Heart Institute On October 13, 2017, the Foundation acquired the da Vinci Xi surgical robot, marked the arrival of this revolutionary Group since it enables the Institute to ensure Marie-Claude Turcotte held an event at the Montreal Heart the first in Canada to be dedicated to robot, which will enable the Montreal the development and training of its Sheila and Nahum Gelber Institute’s Research Centre to honour cardiac surgery. Heart Institute to continue offering nursing staff, thereby maintaining the Jane Silverstone Segal and Herschel Segal TD Bank Financial Group’s 10-year exceptional quality care and remain Heart Institute’s reputation for excellence. Minogue Medical Inc. A virtual extension of the eyes and hands a leader in cardiac surgery. commitment in supporting excellence Famille Claude Lesage of surgeons, the robot allows them to The Foundation would like to extend a in nursing care. Allan Samberg perform procedures with enhanced Succession Roger Des Groseillers precision and control, in a minimally warm thank you to the donors who made This convivial event brought together Emilia Di Raddo invasive manner. It is safe, effective, possible the acquisition of this state-of- members of TD Bank Financial Group, Paul S. and Judy Echenberg easy to use and optimized for teaching, the-art surgical robot. Their heartfelt students who were receiving scholarships Josée Darche providing health professionals with gestures are helping to push the boundaries and Ms. Liza O’Doherty, Director of Morris and Rosalind Goodman Family Foundation unprecedented anatomical access and of medicine. Nursing at the Institute. This scholarship André Barbeau extremely high-definition 3D vision. ceremony gave everyone the opportunity Normand Roy It is a major acquisition for the Montreal to discuss and learn more about the projects Deana Silverstone Heart Institute’s Surgery Department carried out by scholarship recipients at Mtl Glove Works From left to right and for the patients who will benefit Ms. Milena De Pastena, Ms. Tanya Mailhot, the Montreal Heart Institute, as a result Isadore Fine from this state-of-the-art technology. Mr. Sylvain Dignard, Ms. Liza O’Doherty, of the generous funding of the TD Group. Succession Vinette-Viau (Denise) CARE Mr. Drew Wawin, Ms. Mélanie La Couture, EDUCATION Joseph Kaback The official launch of theda Vinci Xi Ms. Céline Irani, Ms. Josée Darche, In 2017-2018, thanks to the Group’s Frances Samuel surgical robot, affectionately known as Mr. Julien Terrier generosity, the Montreal Heart Institute

32 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION - 33 34YOUR GENEROSITY KNOWS NO BOUNDS Le Grand Bal des Vins-Cœurs

AMOUNT RAISED Events of the $1,743,458 Foundation GUESTS Every event organized by the Foundation, no matter its size, is extremely important 650 and gets thousands of people involved in the cause to fight cardiovascular disease. The Grand Bal des Vins-Cœurs is This past year has been tremendously without a doubt the Foundation’s flagship successful in this regard. This is due to event. In 2017, several members of the all of those who believe in the power of business community and many of the mobilizing people and who have worked Foundation’s donors took part in the event. hard to support us. 1. The evening was a resounding success: more than $1.7 million was raised with the goal of contributing to the excellence of one of the world’s leading cardiology centres and to fight the number one cause of death in the world: cardiovascular disease. This success is due to the dedication of the community and our precious partners: Cirque du Soleil, SAQ, and our platinum partner, Pomerleau. A special tribute was paid to Philippa and Marvin Carsley at this year’s event to thank them for their generosity, continuing involvement, and dedication to the 2. Montreal Heart Institute Foundation.

1. Mr. Marvin and Ms. Philippa Carsley 2. Our platinum partner Pomerleau, represented by Mr. Jean La Couture (right) 3. 3. Presentation by Cirque du Soleil

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HeartBeat

Emerging leaders come together for the cause

AMOUNT RAISED $88,422

GUESTS 365

The next generation of philanthropists is actively involved at the Foundation and we could not be prouder! For the fourth year in a row, the 20 members of the Emerging Leaders Committee held the HeartBeat event. This year’s edition was an animated gathering organized by and for young professionals. It is an opportunity to raise awareness about the prevalence of cardiovascular disease among young people and a chance to enjoy a lively evening in support of this cause.

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1. Silent auction 2. Temporary tattoos for the cause by Antoine Tava 1. 3. 3. Musical performance by Hot n’ Cold

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Run for the Heart

Participants of Run for the Heart program

AMOUNT RAISED $53,260 In 2017, I decided to partner with the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation’s Run for the Heart program. PARTICIPANTS More than 100 For me, there are three great benefits of taking “part in Run for the Heart! I get to exercise, to raise funds for a cause that is dear to my heart, and, Since the launch of the new fundraising platform, more than 100 runners most importantly, to raise awareness about cardio- have dedicated their races to the fight against cardiovascular disease. vascular disease which is still among the world’s And their efforts have borne fruit: more than 800 Quebecers whose leading causes of death. lives have been affected by the Montreal Heart Institute have generously supported these participants in their bid to make a difference. This year, I rose to the challenge this year! I ran 8 km and the initiative raised $53,260. The funds will be used to further research I exceeded my fundraising target. I invite anyone in cardiovascular disease. who likes to run, whether they are beginners or experts, to think about Run for the Heart for their next racing challenge so they can support the Foundation. That is a good reason to run.

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Partners who care for the cause Fundraising projects organized for the benefit of the Foundation make medical breakthroughs possible while encouraging employees and members of the community to mobilize for the cause.

$2 Does the Heart Soirée des Cœurs Universels Kanawaki Golf Tournament Good with IGA AMOUNT RAISED $331,764

NUMBER OF $2 DONATIONS 165,882

$2 DOES THE HEART GOOD Held this past February in the 293 IGA stores in Quebec and From February 1 to 21, 2018 New Brunswick, the $2 Does the Heart Good campaign celebrated 35 years of collaboration between IGA and the Foundation. Over the years, this partnership has resulted in nearly $9 million being raised and invested in prevention. Thank you to IGA, a partner with a big heart. AMOUNT RAISED AMOUNT RAISED New this year: because fruits are good for your heart and good $209,956 $110,000 for you, IGA generously gave a fruit to every client who donated $2 or more. GUESTS GUESTS 500 113 Thank you IGA!

The community has been coming together for the past 16 years The tradition continues with the 31st edition of the golf for the Foundation. Thank you for your passion. tournament thanks to John A. Rae. Thank you! Loto Cardio AMOUNT RAISED $124,640

TICKETS SOLD 653

Employees of the Montreal Heart Institute come together for the cause. Thank you for supporting us!

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Events and fundraisers Défi des Cœurs organized by our precious A race that has been organized for the collaborators past five years by Chantale Boucher, Our mission becomes truly clear when people from all walks of life unite their a patient of the Institute, to support efforts and take action, no matter how, to support medical advances. When generous the Foundation. souls organize events and fundraisers, they support the Institute in its fight against cardiovascular disease. Other events and To all these individuals, associations, and companies, we want to express our sincere fundraisers from our thanks. You keep the hearts of thousands of patients beating! precious collaborators Polo avec Cœur - #DEFIAMARO - #effetBALNEA - Bô-Sapin - Fundraising campaign – Funding Innovation - Chapiteau bénéfice – A noble sport for a noble cause! Montreal International Festival Western de St-Tite Thank you to Carol and Don Pennycook! Auto Show Charity Preview Monaco Group Classic - “Aimez avec votre cœur” concert - Le Tricheur - Omnium Guy-Blondeau - Omnium Roland-Beaulieu - Partnership with E for Emma - Rase-O-Thon – Elizabeth Hill - Association Lega Agnonese The Color Run Golf Tournament - National Bank Golf Tournament - Clément-Phaneuf Golf Tournament - Jewellery sale – Angela - Yard sale – Ted Zabratany The happiest and most generous 5 km on the planet.

AMOUNT RAISED AMOUNT RAISED $153,469 $156,500

The car industry comes together to promote health. Thank you! Thank you to the Monaco Group Foundation! For over the past 10 years, they have been proudly contributing to research in Érablière Saint-Henri cardiovascular health.

Indulge your sweet tooth for a good cause, an outpouring of generosity.

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Bequests A heartfelt gesture to support the fight The Dr. Paul-David Society against cardiovascular disease. Annual donations between $250 and $4,999 We cannot overlook the immense Dr. Paul David was one of the builders of the Montreal Heart Institute. He gifted Quebec and Canada with an exceptional generosity of those who have decided to cardiology institution, whose reputation has now transcended borders. As a tribute to this great man, we created the kindly make the Montreal Heart Institute Dr. Paul-David Society. The Society brings together caring people like him and allows the Institute to benefit from their Foundation part of their estate planning. immense generosity. In 2017-2018, an impressive 1,716 donors were members of this prestigious Society. This heartfelt gesture allows the Institute to continue to make breakthroughs in cardiovascular medicine and will help Annual Conference The Visionary Circle future generations benefit from the The Foundation can count on the The Visionary Circle includes generous people who are an integral part of the positive effects of their donation. 8,982 members of the Dr. Paul-David Montreal Heart Institute family. Committed to ensuring the sustainability of the Society and loyal donors, including some To the loved ones and the families of these Institute and to supporting its initiatives and major projects, these Visionaries who have been part of our family for individuals, we want to convey our most greatly contribute to the excellence in cardiovascular medicine. nearly 38 years. These donors are a key sincere gratitude for this extraordinary Every year, we organize special events dedicated to our Visionaries at the Institute. part of the Institute’s success, allowing it generosity. Their precious legacy opens up During these activities, Visionaries enjoy a tea or wine tasting while attending a to keep even more hearts beating. We are a world of possibilities for those affected conference given by a doctor, researcher, or other professional from the Montreal extremely grateful. by cardiovascular disease. Heart Institute. These friendly activities allow Visionaries to exchange and to learn In order to thank our most loyal donors, During the 2017-2018 fiscal year, their more about the advances their donations are making possible. the Foundation organized its 9th annual immense generosity raised $1,558,323 for We want to highlight the invaluable participation of the Montreal Heart Institute’s conference on the theme of prevention. the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation. health professionals who took part in this year’s events for the Visionary Circle 1. For the occasion, the Institute’s Director of and to thank them for their involvement: Dr. Alain Vadeboncoeur, Dr. Eric Thorin, Prevention, Dr. Martin Juneau, presented Dr. Ismail El-Hamamsy, and Dr. Jean-Claude Tardif. Thank you! Thank you his book Un cœur pour la vie: prévention Mariette Barré-Madore We also want to thank the members of the Planned Gifts Committee for their cardiovasculaire globale. Dr. Louis Bherer, Marie-Paule Binette researcher at the Montreal Heart Institute participation. They play a key role in organizing events for the Visionary Circle Claire Bruneau by accepting to generously share their knowledge and passion. and EPIC Centre and full professor at Léona Brunet the medicine department at Université Jean-Paul Carrière de Montréal, gave a lecture on brain Solange Chalifoux Members of the Planned health titled Vieillir avec un cerveau en Pauline Crocetti Notarbartolo santé : les bienfaits de l'activité physique Gifts Committee Jean-Jacques Demers et de la stimulation cognitive. Louis A Tanguay Lino Angelo D’Onofrio Isabelle Fecteau Gabriel Dubé David Forest Lucette Grimard Jean-Paul Higgins Anne-Marie Girard-Plouffe 2. François Morin Ulysse Jodoin Claude Paquin Richard I. Kaufman Jean Roy Robert Langevin Maria Leblanc Normandin Gisèle L’Heureux Jeannine Levac Réjeanne Martel Girard Roger Martin Margaret McKay Odette Martineau Yvon Roussel Jeannine Tremblay Saint-Aubin Jean Vinet 1. Dr. Paul David 2. Dr. Louis Bherer and Dr. Martin Juneau 3. 3. Our donors at the 2017 conference

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Scholarships for nurses awarded by the Dr. Gaétan Mayer receives Five fellows receive a TD Bank Financial Group and Jean-Pierre Themens the Martial G. Bourassa Award Bal du Cœur scholarship Supporting Excellence in Nursing On May 11, 2017, during the Semaine de la profession infirmière, a proud annual tradition at the Montreal Heart Institute when nursing scholarships were awarded for the 10th year in a row. Students, recipients, and professionals gathered for the event to highlight the excellence of the nursing services provided at the Montreal Heart Institute. The Institute has the privilege of counting on the exemplary work of its nurses who The Martial G. Bourassa Award ceremony was held at the Thanks to the generosity of Tony Meti, the Bal du Cœur are passionate, devoted, versatile, and Montreal Heart Institute on November 2, 2017. The award was scholarships are awarded every year to young doctors to dedicated to the well-being of patients. created by Dr. Martial G. Bourassa, O.C., M.D., an emeritus support their postdoctoral studies and help them develop cardiologist and researcher who was one of the pioneers of their knowledge and skills. Thanks to the generous support of cardiology in Quebec. He was the first Director of the Montreal By encouraging the next generation of medical professionals, TD Bank Financial Group, Jean-Pierre Heart Institute’s Research Centre and contributed to several Themens, and the Montreal Heart Institute the Bal du Cœur scholarships help future generations receive significant discoveries in cardiology. the best treatments possible. These scholarships allow the Foundation, more than $85,000 was 1. distributed in scholarships for undergra- Every year, the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation has the Montreal Heart Institute to remain at the cutting-edge of duate, graduate, and post-doctoral studies privilege of awarding the Martial G. Bourassa Award to a young cardiovascular medicine, provide patients with the best as well as scholarships to support continuous researcher in clinical or fundamental research who has stood out treatments possible, promote postdoctoral studies, support professional development and a scholarship thanks to the excellence of their work and continued involvement the best candidates and offer them the financial support they dedicated to helping mentor graduate in the world of science. The Foundation is proud to support the need to pursue their studies. nursing students. numerous major discoveries that have the potential to change lives. Our congratulations to the recipients: The Montreal Heart Institute Foundation In 2017, the award was given to Dr. Gaétan Mayer, researcher, Dr. Guillaume Marquis-Gravel wants to sincerely thank all the donors and Director of the Montreal Heart Institute’s molecular and Dr. Nicolas Rousseau-Saine who made this event possible. Thanks to cellular biology laboratory and assistant professor at Université Dr. Shaun Selcer you, we are actively helping the nursing de Montréal’s faculty of pharmacy. Dr. Nicolas Thibodeau-Jarry profession shine. Our hearty congratulations to the recipient. Dr. Maxime Tremblay-Gravel

1 and 2. Scholarship recipients 2.

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Congratulations Research Day at the to all the winners of this 20th Montreal Heart Institute’s edition. Research Centre

Awarding excellence J.-Louis Lévesque Awards from the in research Montreal Heart Institute Foundation Founded in 1989, the J.-Louis Lévesque The 20th edition of Research Day took Awards were created to recognize place on June 1, 2017, at the Montreal the individuals who gave the best oral Heart Institute. The event is a competition presentations in clinical and fundamental organized for students, postdoctoral research and to encourage them in the fellows, residents, and research supervisors pursuit of their work. who are invited to present their research st to the Montreal Heart Institute staff. 1 prize, clinical research Nadia Bouabdallaoui In addition to highlighting the excellence st of work being done in medical research, 1 prize, fundamental research this event is an opportunity for participants - Committee A (Session 1) to exchange and advance in their career. Alexandre Bergeron The day ended with awards for the best - Committee B (Session 2) presentations. 4. Anthony Pinçon

Jacques Landreville Awards from the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation These awards recognize the best oral presentations during student seminars at the Institute. The scholarships awarded will encourage the winners to pursue their research. 1st prize, master’s Vanessa Deschambeault 1st prize, postdoctoral 2. 5. Roselle Gélinas

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1. Event poster Kim Bergeron from the Foundation awards the prizes to the winners. 4. Mr. Anthony Pinçon 2. Ms. Nadia Bouabdallaoui 5. Ms. Vanessa Deschambeault 3. Mr. Alexandre Bergeron 3. 6. 6. Ms. Roselle Gélinas

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Thank you to our donors The Foundation is thrilled to have benefitted from the generosity of 27,382 donors this year. They made 52,068 donations totalling an outstanding $18,080,841.

These thousands of generous donors and their heartfelt actions contribute to the excellence of one of the top three cardiology centres in the world and make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. We want to warmly thank them and remind them they can be proud of contributing to the Montreal RAISED Heart Institute’s activities and the DONORS cardiovascular health of its patients.

Note: The list of donors on our Honour Wall DONATIONS can be consulted at GIVEfortheHEART.org

27,382 52,068 52,068 $18,080,841 $18,080,841

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Thank you to our donors The Foundation would like to recognize the philanthropic spirit of its donors, people with heart who have chosen to make a difference by donating $5,000 or more or who have committed to doing so. Louis-Philippe Lemay Les Produits Alimentaires Viau Inc. Hélène Rivard Succession Gisèle L'Heureux Résidence au Fil de l'Eau Guy Saint-Pierre Succession Roger Martin Rio Tinto Sylvia Schmidt Succession Odette Martineau Rona Inc. Jimmy Sigoumis Gilles Mercille Inc. Service financiers Groupe Investors inc. Jean-Pierre Themens Paul Morimanno Servier Canada Inc. Pauline Théorêt COMPANIES Succession Jean-Jacques Demers $5 million and more Pierre-Louis Rolland SOJECCI II Ltée Succession Jean Vinet Banque Scotia Département de radiologie et de Jean Roy Telus Communication Inc. INDIVIDUALS BMO Groupe financier médecine nucléaire de l'ICM COMPANIES MacDonald Stewart Foundation TF1 International Inc. André Desmarais et CN Diane Dunlop-Hébert 9207-6256 Québec Inc. Films 53/12 Thao Thi Nguyen Truong France Chrétien Desmarais Fondation Bergeron-Jetté Association Lega Agnonese Mirhossein Valavy Fondation Mirella & Lino Saputo Fondation Daniel Lamarre $5,000 to $9,999 BCF s.e.n.c.r.l./LLP $100,000 to $499,999 André Waechter COMPANIES John W.Leopold INDIVIDUALS Centre de Carreaux Céramique Italienne Inc. INDIVIDUALS Saputo inc. Dora et Avrum Morrow COMPANIES Serge Archambault The Color Run Inc. The Birks Family Foundation François et Micheline Nader Alfid Services Immobiliers Ltée Jeanne Boisclair La Compagnie de tissus décoratifs Arco ltée Succession Claire Bruneau Joseph Ribkoff Axium Infrastructure inc. Jean Boisvert Construction Broccolini Inc. $1 to 5 million André Chagnon Henri-Paul Rousseau Banque de développement du Canada Raymond Cartier Construction Di Lillo Succession Gilles Desjardins INDIVIDUALS Louis A Tanguay Bell Succession Solange Chalifoux Corporation Fiera Capital Fondation Desjardins Moreau Carsley Family Foundation Succession Jeannine Tremblay Saint-Aubin Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec André B. Charron Demers Beaulne, S.E.N.C.R.L Fondation J.A. DeSève Sophie Desmarais Succession Yvon Roussel Cascades inc. Franco Cianci Desjardins Gestion Internationale d'actifs Fondation Familiale Trottier Fondation de Claire et Jean-Pierre Léger Yves Roy Cirque du Soleil Canada Inc. Gilles Crépeau Edelman Canada Christine Gélinas et Antoine Elie Fondation Guy Laliberté Compagnie d'Imprimerie et Publication Josée Darche Fednav Limitée Succession Lucette Grimard COMPANIES Fondation Jeunesse-Vie de la Rive-Sud Ltée Micheline Desrosiers Groupe Deschênes Inc. Jean-Guy Hamelin Pomerleau inc. Fondation J.-Louis Lévesque Construction Gamarco Inc. The John Dobson Foundation Héroux-Devtek Inc. Estate of Lorna Haworth-Henry SNC Lavalin La Fondation Marcelle et Jean Coutu Ernst & Young LLP Paul Egli Incendo Productions Famille Claude Lesage Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada The Gelmont Foundation Financial Technology Partners Fondation Famille Bertrand Les Industries Pro-Tac Inc. Diane et Pierre Michaud Succession Robert Langevin FOCAM Fondation Cardio-Montérégienne Fondation de Bienfaisance T.A. St-Germain Mackenzie Financial Corporation Marie-Claude Turcotte The Mel Hoppenheim Family Foundation $10,000 to $24,999 Gestion Rosaire Dubé Inc. Fondation Céline Dion Métro Richelieu Inc. Lise Watier et Serge Rocheleau The Molson Foundation INDIVIDUALS Groupe APB Location Inc. Fondation Claude Beaulieu Odgers Berndtson Canada Inc. Richard J. Renaud COMPANIES Succession Mariette Barré-Madore Groupe Financier Banque TD Fondation Jacques et Michel Auger Œuvres Régis-Vernet Park Avenue Lexus Sainte-Julie COMPANIES Banque Laurentienne Bensadoun Family Foundation Groupe Lumenpulse Fondation Luigi Liberatore Protech Foundation/Fondation Protech Banque Nationale Groupe financier Fondation ÉPIC Claude Bigras Groupe TMX Fondation Sibylla Hesse The Richter Charitable Foundation CGI Fondation Groupe Monaco J.R. André Bombardier Groupe WSP Global Inc. Fondation Vartan et Lise Taroussian Société de gestion Sogefor Inc. Heart & Stroke Foundation La Fondation du Plaisir de Mieux Manger et Violette Dagenais Immeubles Rimanesa Inc. Fonds de charité des employés Transport Bourret Power Corporation du Canada Groupe Cogeco Inc. Roger Casgrain Intact Corporation Financière de la Ville de Montréal TVA Productions II Inc. RBC Banque Royale Hydro-Québec Estate of the late Pauline Crocetti Investissements Vigica Inc. Jean-Louis Fontaine Pratt & Whitney Canada inc. Notarbartolo La Presse+ Yves Fortier United Way of Greater Toronto Shapiro General Partnership Adriana Embiricos et Olivier Desmarais Loblaw Québec Limitée Succession Ulysse Jodoin W.L Gore & Associates Canada $500,000 to $999,999 TC Transcontinental Inc. Estate of Lino (Angelo) D'Onofrio Marchés Mondiaux CIBC Susan Kudzman INDIVIDUALS Fondation Ariane Riou & Réal Plourde McKinsey & Compagnie Canada Renée Lacoursière Cardiologues Associés de l'ICM $25,000 to $99,999 Fondation Charitable O.E Dorais Norton Rose Fullbright Peggy & John Lanfer Chirurgiens Cardiaques Associés de l'ICM Fondation Lise et Richard Fortin Novartis Pharma Canada Inc. Olivier Lefebvre Succession Richard I. Kaufman INDIVIDUALS Fondation Paul A. Fournier L'Ordre fraternel des Aigles No. 3176 Inc Succession Jeannine Levac Maurice Pinsonnault Anesthésistes Associés de l'ICM Robert Frances Peerless Clothing Inc. Camine Mercadante The Rossy Family Foundation Succession Marie-Paule Binette Guy Gravel Petra Ltée Jacques Ouellet Médecin Inc. Jane Silverstone Segal and Herschel Segal Louis Bourassa Succession Jean-Paul Higgins Pharmascience Inc. Yanick Pagé Succession Jean-Paul Carrière Jeannine Jacques Planit Construction & F.M Laurence Pathy Robert Carsley Rita Jodoin Produits alimentaires Sa-Ger Inc. Donald Pennycook

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Hilda Abdallah Tevy Chan Sarra Ghribi Zexi Lu Brohmor Rahman Thank you to Halah Abiad Chantal Charbonneau Anniely Gomez Mary Hazel Mangosong Rodela Rahman Raphael Abikian Alain Charron Jocelyne Gonthier Jessica Manioc Amira Rawas our volunteers Sara Aissou Jia Xin Chen Philippe Goulet-Martel Catherine Marchand Olivier Renald The Montreal Heart Institute Foundation’s Huda Al Asad Ziyan Chen Withney Grace Philippe Martin Hamid Rezaei activities are human endeavours that rely Louis-Jean Alexandre Pierre-Olivier Chénier Norma Granito Dominique Masson Sylvie Rioux on the dedication of exceptional individuals. Mashael Alharbi Nedjema Cheref Keith Gulik Melissa Maupoint Helene Sabetay This year, 223 volunteers donated their Alyssa kate Angeles tan Fariha Chowdhury Gerry Guy Yves McNeil Marie Salvail time and efforts to the Institute. The Philippe Angers Corey Christofferson Laskmy Estefanny Hamel Santamaria Ankitha Merugu Erica Sam Foundation wants to thank all of them Samir Arbach Andrei Ciuvilin Thamine Harfouche Nathan Messas Vincent Sarim for their generosity. Suzanne Archambault Ronald Corey Mimi Hébert Réjean Messier Ana Sauriol-Gauthier Alexandre Baker-Lacharite Élodie Côté-Jacques Sophie Huet Salvatore Migliara Rami Sayar In addition to volunteers on-site, we also Manon Barbeau Elisa Jane Cullarin Jenny Jin Marie-Laurence Migneault Heidi Senécal need to recognize the hard work of the Jacques Baril Jamie Dannenbaum Marc Jolicoeur Auhona Mikim Vanessa Senécal Board of Directors and its committees Carmen Bau Katia Dekkers Pamela Joncas Micheline Miller Safa Sheikh (see the list on page 57) as well as all our Christian Bavota Glayne dela Cruz Jean-Philippe Joyal Rasheeq Mohammad Audrey Sirois partners who support our events. Leen Bazzi Glessa dela Cruz Sethu Ken Dana Moretto Jenny Situ Thank you to all of you! Lydie Beaubrun Kim Demers Pranamika Khayargoli Ashley Mortume Avital Snigeriova Fatma Bedoui France Denis Vidyadhar Kusur Bassel Moussa Gilles Spinelli Salima Begum Diane Desfossés Caroline Labelle Gaelle Moussignac Ginette St-Hilaire Martine Bellefleur Hélène Désilets Nancy Labelle Nazifa Mukim Julie St-Laurent Sinda Ben Abdelkader Mario Di Lillo Felix-Étienne Labrie Sawsan Nehmé Janice Ian Tactaquin Mohamed Amine Ben Arous Raffaele Di Lillo Chantal Lacoste Albert Nguyen Mario Talajic Lilya Benladjreb Vittorio Di Vito Sebastien Lacwinghoy Annie Nguyen Carole Tavernier Andreanne Bergeron Fanta Diarra Émilie Laflamme Hao Nguyen Ella Tetrault Marie-Christine Bergeron Meira Diner Louise Laflamme Valérie Nguyen Sylvain Théberge Marie-Claude Bergeron Daniel Dion Monique Laflamme Vanessa Nguyen Michael Tousch Maria Berlow Marc-André Dion Nadia Lafrance Victor Nguyen Thérèse Tousignant Colette Bertrand Minduy Durimel Camille Laguerre Elia Nissan Mireya Tovar Patrick Bibeau Marie-Hélène Durivage Maher Lorainne Lake Clarissa Nolasco Rafik Tradros Georges Etienne Bisson Paul Durocher Michèle Languedoc Omar Ojjeh Caroline Tran Krish Booluk Zab Elizabeth Ladera Paul Laroche Herlene Ooi Vina Tran Chantale Boucher Adriana Embiricos Johanne Lavallée Jairo Ortega Danièle Trépanier Louise Boudreau Ana Escobar Ortega Lisa Le Sarra Ouerd Fidemar Tubadeza Geneviève Brassard Natalia Escobar Ortega Kevin Le Van Marylou Para Robert TuTa Marc G. Bruneau Tiew Ethan Micheline Leblanc Margie Paradela Gabrielle Udasco Marc Y. Bruneau Aicha Farhat Joseph Lee Serge Paré Nina Valleix Janie Brunelle Minna Feng Sandrine Lemire Sarah Paul Veronica Vartic Julia Cadrin-Tourigny Catherine Ferland-Trudel Cathy Lévesque Suzanne Payette Vearya Vat Dennis Calubia Patrick Fouquette Shen Li Yasmin Farah Peer Éliane Vaudry-Houle Philippe Campbell Felix Fournier John Likos Pascale Pellerin Huet Aurélia Vercruysse William Canon Sean Francois-Juste Yang Liu Don et Carol Pennycook Carole Villani Cheryl Capalungan Aurélie Gagnon Jamie Lockwood Suzanne Pierre Sunia Wahid Danielle Cathy David Maria Galdamez Itzel Guadeloupe Lopez Sheryne Pierre-Louis David Wang Élise Champoux Jack Ge Michèle Lorangé John A. Rae Laurel Xiang

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Evoto MEC Thank you to Fairmont Le Reine Elizabeth Meltem K Jewelry The 2017-2018 Famille Beaulieu Mouvement des caisses Desjardins our partners Famille Phaneuf Musée des beaux-arts du Canada Board of Directors Every year, numerous partners and Favuzzi International Musée Pointe-à-Callière Musée Stewart sponsors team up with the Foundation Fédération Québécoise d'Athlétisme Fondation Groupe Monaco Naada Yoga Officers Executive Committee* to make a difference in the lives of Groupe Aldo Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal Stéphane Achard Mélanie La Couture patients. They share the same dreams Henri-Paul Rousseau, President Groupe BMR Orchestre Symphonique du Québec Michel Bernier Éric Lamarre and ambitions we do and make our Lino A. Saputo Jr., Vice-président Groupe Europea Photo Antoine Saito Pierre J. Blouin Pierre-Elliott Levasseur achievements possible. With their André Courville, Treasurer Groupe Monaco Automotive Plantzy Louis Boivin Tom Little generosity, they support our mission Michel Boislard, Secretary Groupe Park Avenue Inc. Pomerleau Inc. France Chrétien Desmarais Tony Meti and help us build a better tomorrow. Josée Noiseux, Chief Executive Officer Groupe Vo-Dignard Provost, Pousse l'ananas Sylvie Fontaine Bruno Roy Power Corporation du Canada Financière Banque Nationale Nathalie Francisci Louis A Tanguay Publicis A/Maze Escape Game Honda Longueuil Susan Kudzman François Veillet Hoogan et Beaufort Publitech AIM Fer et métaux inc. Mathieu L. 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Blouin, Administrateur de sociétés Martin Juneau, Institut de Cardiologie Jean Raymond, Marchés Mondiaux Studio Moksha Budget Propane Léolia Artiste Peintre Michel Boislard, Fasken de Montréal CIBC Inc. TC Transcontinental Bureau en gros Les Chirurgiens Cardiaques Associés Louis Boivin, Sphère Communication Susan Kudzman, Banque Laurentienne Henri-Paul Rousseau, Corporation TELUS Café Liégois Les Courses Gourmandes stratégique Mathieu L. L’Allier, Mission Capital Group Financière Power Tenaquip Cirque du Soleil Canada inc. Les Courses Thématiques Jean-François Bouchard, Sid Lee Mélanie La Couture, Institut de Bruno Roy, Groupe WSP Global Inc. Tenue de Soirée Clinique Chloé médico-esthétique Les Courses Virtuelles Christophe Bourque, Averna Cardiologie de Montréal Martin Roy, Christie Innomed Inc. 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Elliot Lifson, Vêtements Peerless Jean-Claude Tardif, Institut de Corporation Immobilière Kevric Littorio Del Signore Voyages Bergeron Marvin Carsley, Carsley Family Foundation Clothing inc Cardiologie de Montréal Croisières AML Loop Wanderlust Yoga Roger Casgrain, Casgrain & Compagnie Tom Little, Bell Marchés Affaires Pascal Thomas, Administrateur de sociétés Cycle Technique L'Observatoire Place Ville-Marie Women in Mind Limitée Joseph Loiacono, Administrateur de société Jean-Philippe Towner, Pomerleau Défi des Cœurs Clinique L'Oréal France Chrétien Desmarais, Intact Corporation financière Corporation Fiera Capital Dentaire Descôteaux Loto-Québec Xman Race Lucie Martel, François Veillet, Demi-Marathon du Mont-Tremblant Loubier Administratrice de sociétés Claude McMaster, Technologies An-Lap Vo-Dignard, Financière Di Lillo Construction Loue 1 Robe / Loue 1 Tux André Courville, Administrateur de sociétés D-BOX inc. 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56 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION - 57 58THE INSTITUTE AND THE FOUNDATION STAND OUT 1.

Every year, the Montreal Heart Institute pushes the boundaries of medicine in A spotlight on order to provide the best cardiovascular treatments to patients. This is made possible by the generosity of our donors. the Institute Their support to our various projects - “Du cœur au ventre” - a documentary greatly contributes to the Institute’s on the Montreal Heart Institute reputation for excellence and paves broadcast on Canal-D. (1) the way for discoveries and treatments 2. - Dr. Stanley Natell receives the that will change the lives of patients. Margolese award for his innovative work in arrhythmia. (2) - From a medical standpoint, watching hockey increases heart rates, a study carried out by Leia T. Khairy, Roxana Distribution Barin, and Dr. Paul Khairy. (3) - Inauguration of the Surgical Robot of hearts (PiXi) at the Institute. (4) - Appointment of Dr. Jean-Lucien To celebrate Heart Month and Valentine’s 3. Day, the Institute, the Foundation, and Rouleau, cardiologist at the Montreal the Users’ Committee distributed hearts Heart Institute, to the Order of Canada, as a sign of their best wishes to patients for his contribution to advances in the at the Institute. field of cardiology as a researcher, clinician, and university administrator. (5)

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2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION - 59 60FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Statement of operations and changes Financial situation as of March 31, 2018 in the fund balance Year ended on March 31, 2018 (In thousands of dollars) (In thousands of dollars)

2018 2017 2018 2017 Assets Donations $12,747 $15,428 Investments $129,229 $129,367 Fundraising activities $3,776 $4,242 Cash $717 $389 Bequests $1,558 $887 Accounts receivable $1,074 $2,292 Total of donations and fundraising activities $18,081 $20,557 Inventories $9 $10 Investment revenues $9,193 $9,684 Other assets $373 $392 Change in the unrealized fair value of investments ( $2,433 ) $3,098 Total assets $131,402 $132,450 Total investment revenues $6,760 $12,782 Gross operating revenues $24,841 $33,339 Liabilities Direct and indirect costs of fundraising activities $2,766 $3,305 Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $3,951 $4,495 Net operating revenues $22,075 $30,034 Total liabilities $3,951 $4,495

Fund balances Administration costs $2,074 $2,088 Restricted $119,638 $120,090 Excess of revenues over expenses before contributions $20,001 $27,946 Unrestricted $7,813 $7,865 Total fund balances $127,451 $127,955 $131,402 $132,450 Contributions – research, technological development, and other $20,505 $27,303 (Deficiency) excess of revenues over expenses ( $504 ) $643

Fund balance at beginning of year $127,955 $127,312 Fund balance at end of year $127,451 $127,955

Note: Copies of the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation’s financial statements Contributions are available at the following address: The Foundation has pledged to donate $31,025,655 to the Montreal Heart Institute. The Montreal Heart Institute Foundation This amount includes $20,173,984 for Phase II of the Montreal Heart Institute’s 5000 Bélanger Street, Montreal (Quebec) H1T 1C8 | GIVEfortheHEART.org Investing in Excellence construction project.

2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT MONTREAL HEART INSTITUTE FOUNDATION 61 The Foundation team thanks you!

62 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT Published by the Department of Communications and Marketing of the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the publication of this annual report. Graphic designer: Karine Bibeau Photos: Éric Carrière, Antoine Saito, Laurent Cayla, Jean Leclair Legal Deposit 3rd quarter, 2018 Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec Library and Archives Canada Reproduction authorized with reference to source.

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