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.
Government of Canada has announced the activation of the extension of the Compassionate Care Benefit (CCB) from six to 26 weeks
January 4, 2016
We are pleased to advise you that the Government of Canada has announced the activation of the extension of the Compassionate Care Benefit (CCB) from six to 26 weeks. Effective January 3, 2016, caregivers can now claim up to $13,624... Read More
Posted in: Advocacy
The holidays will never be the same for John
December 15, 2015
Tammy Moore
Last Christmas I was playing hockey. Now I need help to stand up. John Hamm, diagnosed with ALS in 2014 One of John Hamm’s favourite holiday traditions is playing pond hockey with his three kids. But this year, he won’t... Read More
Posted in: Stories
Today is Giving Tuesday
December 1, 2015
Tammy Moore
Today is Giving Tuesday. On this very special day of giving from the heart, I hope you’ll give the most precious gift of all — the gift of hope. Right now, approximately 3,000 Canadians are living with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral... Read More
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Thank you to everyone who took the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge 2.0
September 23, 2015
Last month, the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge was re-ignited by the ALS Community. The team working at the Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Club have always supported the Community and the cause. Last month, they extended an invitation to ALS Canada to bring... Read More
Posted in: Stories
ALS community challenges Canada to take the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
July 30, 2015
"The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge gave me back the voice that ALS was taking from me. It took my personal struggle and gave it validation and hope. We need to keep going to fund research so that one day ALS... Read More
Posted in: Stories
Where your dollars went from the 2014 ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
June 12, 2015
Canada you made a difference! $17 million was raised through the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in 2014 ALS Research: $11.5 million went to ALS research from ALS Societies across Canada We have seen a 70% INCREASE in grant applications... Read More
Posted in: Stories