The University of Ottawa Heart Institute is Canada’s largest and foremost cardiovascular health centre. Located at 40 Ruskin Street in Ottawa, it was established in 1976 as part of The Ottawa Hospital and is affiliated with the University of Ottawa. The institute handles over 240,000 patient visits annually and integrates cutting-edge clinical care with research, employing more than 1,500 professionals—including 65 principal investigators and 130+ research staff. Core capabilities include genetics, imaging, prevention, rehabilitation, and telehealth, with a strong emphasis on translational research and innovation hubs.