Canadian Hemophilia Society
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Founded1953
FounderFrank Schnabel, Joyce Rosenthal
TypeHealth Advocacy Group
| Founded | 1953 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Frank Schnabel, Joyce Rosenthal |
| Type | Health Advocacy Group |
| Location | |
Region served | Canada |
| Revenue | Non-Profit Organization |
| Website | http://www.hemophilia.ca |
The Canadian Hemophilia Society (CHS) also known as Bleeding Disorders Canada (BDC) is a non-profit organization whose stated mission is to lead the fight against inherited bleeding disorders by helping people affected live healthy lives while simultaneously raising public awareness.[1] The organization consists of chapters in every province in Canada, and a national organization direction to the provincial chapters. It was originally named for the blood disease hemophilia.