CALGARY,
AB, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Canadian
Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and the American Heart Association (AHA)
today announced they are teaming up again to save lives and improve
heart health for people across the United
States (U.S.) with our commitment of US$1.5 million for heart research over the next
three years.
The collaboration, started in 2015 in a single location, has
grown into a national relationship spanning six states across the
CPKC rail network, and is part of the CPKC Has Heart community
investment program.
"At CPKC, we recognize the important work done by the team at
the American Heart Association in the many communities in which we
live, work and operate, and we are thrilled to increase our support
to help ensure the AHA is well-equipped to meet patients' needs,"
said Chad Becker, Chief of Staff at
CPKC.
"We are incredibly grateful for CPKC's remarkable commitment to
the American Heart Association. Their critical support will allow
our organization to advance lifesaving research and drive more
equitable health for everyone, everywhere," said Kevin Harker, American Heart Association
Executive Vice President, Midwest. "Thank you to CPKC for standing
with us as a relentless force for longer, healthier lives!"
As part of the agreement, CPKC will support four two-year
pre-doctoral fellowships and four one-year pre-doctoral fellowships
chosen by the AHA and focused on cardiovascular disease
research.
In addition, CPKC will sponsor yearly Heart Walks in
Chicago, Kansas City, Dallas, Shreveport, Dubuque, Davenport and
the Twin Cities and join more than
a million people in 300+ cities across the U.S. in taking a stand
against heart disease and helping save lives.
About CPKC
With its global headquarters in Calgary, Alta., Canada, CPKC is the first and only single-line
transnational railway linking Canada, the United
States and México, with unrivaled access to major ports from
Vancouver to Atlantic Canada to the Gulf of México to
Lázaro Cárdenas, México. Stretching approximately 20,000 route
miles and employing 20,000 railroaders, CPKC provides North
American customers unparalleled rail service and network reach to
key markets across the continent. CPKC is growing with its
customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services,
logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit
cpkcr.com to learn more about the rail advantages of CPKC.
About American Heart
Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world
of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable
health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous
organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund
innovative research, advocate for the public's health and share
lifesaving resources. The Dallas-based organization has been a leading
source of health information for a century. During 2024 - our
Centennial year - we celebrate our rich 100-year history and
accomplishments. As we forge ahead into our second century of bold
discovery and impact, our vision is to advance health and hope for
everyone, everywhere. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook,
X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
About CPKC Has Heart
At CPKC, we know that a railroad may serve as the arteries of a
nation, but at its heart is community. That's why, through CPKC Has
Heart, we've already helped raise more than $41.5 million to help improve the heart health of
adults and children across North
America. Along the way, we're showing heart whenever we can.
Find out more on www.CPKCHasHeart.com
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