ALS Canada receives no core government funding to support our mission work. The generosity and commitment of thousands of donors and fundraisers make our work possible.
Where your donations go
We rely on the support of individuals through events, monthly donations, annual gifts, and planned gifts. We are also grateful for the generous corporate donors and foundations who provide us with vital financial support.
Here are a few things we accomplished together in the past year:
1,240
people living with ALS received one-on- one support from our Community Leads
2,309
pieces of equipment were provided for free to people living with ALS in Ontario
192
support groups came together virtually to share their experiences and learn from each other
1,536
individuals attended our support groups —an increase of 58.5% from last year
$2 MILLION
was invested in ALS research funding, with 16 research grants awarded to researchers
30+
meetings were held with the government to help raise the voices of people living with ALS
How your donations support the ALS community
Investing in research for a future without ALS
Because of you, the ALS Canada Research Program funds high-quality ALS research in laboratories across the country. Learn more about what studies we invest in and the process involved in decision-making.
I have tremendous confidence in the ability of ALS Canada to advance research, to invest donor dollars wisely, and to create a better future for everyone affected by this devastating disease. As such, I decided to include a contribution in my will to ALS Canada to ensure that my work continues long after I've hung up my lab coat.
Dr. Heather Durham • Researcher and Professor, Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital
A voice with government decision-makers
Because of you, we are representing the voices and experiences of people living with ALS to officials in the federal and provincial governments advocating for policy changes that will have meaningful impact.
It's important that people who aren't as familiar with ALS understand the many challenges you face when living with this disease. That's why I give my efforts to ALS Canada's advocacy initiatives — to educate and help drive action.
Mike Rannie • Diagnosed with ALS in 2017, Passed away in January 2020
Norm Maclsaac, Diagnosed with ALS in 2014 (Front, centre) & Mike Rannie, Diagnosed with ALS in 2017, Passed away in January 2020 (Back row, third from left)
The right help at the right time
Because of you, we are supporting people and families living with ALS in Ontario by providing regional support and access to the ALS Canada Equipment Program.
I support ALS Canada because I know what a difference support services can make. When my wife Judith was alive, we desperately wanted to keep her at home for as long as possible. ALS Canada was able to provide a wheelchair and a ceiling lift, both of which were very helpful.
James King • Former caregiver
