The Canadian Marfan Association, was founded in 1986 by Elizabeth McHenry and marfan patients and physicians. Its purpose is to: increase public awareness of Marfan Syndrome and related cardiovascular and connective tissue disorders; provide accurate, timely information about the condition to affected patients, their families and health care personnel; encourage the establishments of Marfan self-help groups in communities across Canada; and support and foster research. Meetings are held on an as-needed basis. Call for more information about meeting dates, times and location.