February 2015 BCBusiness 51
Amar + Natalie Doman
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Amar explains that his father,
Ted, had a serious heart attack at the
age of 40 and believes that open-heart
surgery in the 1970s saved his life.
"He again had several attacks and
since then has also had a stroke, each
time recovering fully thanks to the science and research
done by the fine doctors and, of course, the
Heart & Stroke Foundation," says Amar, who
was a director on the charity's national
board from 2011 to 2013.
Adding that his father
is his role model, Amar
offers another reason
why the couple donates,
beyond the obvious:
"Without him being
around, I could not have
built the businesses I am
now involved in.
"I believe the founda-
tion's work is very criti-
cal, not only for fundraising that directly assists science
and research but for awareness and healthy-living pro-
motion," he continues. "Through a healthy and active
lifestyle, heart disease and stroke can be prevented.
They are always trying to get the message out; the Make
Death Wait campaign was very successful."
As parents, the Domans are keen to now pass on the
spirit of giving to the next generation. "Having three
very young children reinforces our belief in giving back
in many ways, including to the Heart & Stroke Founda-
tion," says Natalie. "Being able to help others is a goal
that we both believe in, and we feel blessed that we
have the ability to do so."
"I am always amazed and proud to see how many
people are selfless in Canada," says Amar. "It is inspira-
tional and something we will teach our children. Every-
one should get involved with some sort of charity that
touches them. Being selfless is rewarding, and giving
back to those who need help is quite simply the right
thing to do—no matter how big or how small."
W h y
T h e y
G i v e
Their Claim To Fame
Heart & stroke Foun-
dation supporters for
10 years, they donated
$250,000 in 2012.
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