Welcome to the ALS Canada blog where you’ll find a collection of articles and updates on ALS-related topics. We strive to develop content that our community will find valuable and deliver up-to-date information about ALS research, community-based support, and advocacy initiatives. We also provide Ontario fundraising event updates and share personal stories about people and families living with ALS in Ontario to keep our community connected. For content in French, please refer to the “Français” category in the main menu.
Maintaining dignity, independence and safety through ALS Canada’s Equipment Loan Program
Sustainable funding means sustainable assistance
November 3, 2020
Mark Vivarais was almost in tears as he walked back to his wife, Sandra, from a washroom at an outdoor outlet mall in Florida. He’d been stuck in there for half an hour, struggling to pull himself up from the... Read More
Thanks to our ALS Canada Research Forum sponsors for standing with us
October 30, 2020
You don’t need us to tell you that 2020 has thrown everyone and everything for a loop. A few months into the year, we all found ourselves having to adapt very quickly to mitigate the unknowns of the COVID-19 pandemic.... Read More
Tips for successful virtual fundraising
September 28, 2020
Every year, hundreds of community events take place across Ontario, raising critical awareness and funds toward a future without ALS. With the pandemic changing the way we work, dine and live, our dedicated community is adapting how they fundraise, too.... Read More
ALS Research Update, August 2020
August 31, 2020
The ALS Canada Research Program is encouraged by the continued momentum seen in ALS research at a time when support for it is more important than ever before. Read about the progress researchers have made in advancing new treatment strategies,... Read More
COVID-19 and the impact of your donor dollars
August 27, 2020
Because of supporters like you, in addition to the $10,000 match that was offered by ALS Canada’s dear friend, Deirdre, $24,000 was raised for the ALS Canada COVID-19 Urgent Response Fund and it has helped to evolve our programs for... Read More
June 2020 PMPRB Draft Guidelines
July 31, 2020
Updated August 5, 2020 BACKGROUND: In December 2017, the federal government proposed amendments to the Patented Medicines Regulations. These guidelines govern how the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB) sets the price at which companies sell their drug to distributors... Read More
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