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Living with ALS can bring many changes, including financial questions that may be difficult to navigate. As needs evolve, people living with ALS and their families may find themselves considering income and benefits, taxes, care-related costs, legal planning, and other…

An ALS diagnosis affects the entire family. As families adapt to changing circumstances and caregiving responsibilities, routines shift, and priorities evolve. Along the way, young people can miss out on some of the activities, friendships, and experiences that help shape…

The ALS Society of Canada and the Robert Packard Center for ALS Research at Johns Hopkins are pleased to announce a collaboration to jointly fund preclinical basic science research in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). This partnership underscores a shared commitment…

This spring, the ALS Society of Canada (ALS Canada) received two Awards of Excellence at the Gold Quill Awards, presented by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), recognizing work that drives meaningful engagement and action. The awards recognize the…

The ALS Society of Canada (ALS Canada), together with the family and friends of Kevin Daly and the Kevin Daly Bursary Fund, is now accepting applications for the 2026 ALS Canada Kevin Daly Bursary, a $2,500 award supporting post‑secondary students…

The ALS Society of Canada offers its sincere gratitude to three members of our Board of Directors who have completed their terms this year. Each has contributed their time, expertise, and lived perspective to help guide the organization during a…

The ALS Society of Canada is pleased to welcome Kyle Thompson to its Board of Directors. Kyle is no stranger to ALS Canada or the ALS community. Over the last two years, he has served on the Finance and Audit…

Being a caregiver for someone living with ALS can be emotionally and physically exhausting, isolating, and overwhelming. Families need consistent guidance, resources, and support to manage both the disease and the strain it places on them. ALS Canada’s Community Leads…