Partnerships
One Heart Team is the model for the relationship between the Canadian Cardiovascular Society (CCS) and the 14 Affiliate organizations. It defines how CCS and the Affiliates will work together on common priorities, including membership, the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress (CCC), guidelines, continuing professional development (CPD), fundraising and advocacy. The agreement came into effect in January 2020.
Canadian Alliance of Cardiovascular Centres
The Canadian Alliance of Cardiovascular Centres (CACC) was launched in October 2023 to champion the Canadian Cardiovascular Society’s vision of Strong Heart Teams in a Heart Healthy Canada. It is intended to serve as a community for administrative leaders from cardiovascular centres across Canada to learn from each other by fostering synergy and mutual collaboration between peers nationwide.
In 2023 the CCS introduced the Principal Partnership Program to collaborate with industry partners who wish to work with us on strategic priorities of common interest. The program provides the foundation for engagement and partnership in support our goals to improve cardiovascular health with appropriate guidance and governance.