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People living with ALS, caregivers, and bereaved families are encouraged to share their lived experiences to help inform healthcare decision-making and strengthen advocacy efforts Toronto, ON, March 9, 2026 – Living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) affects every part…

The 2025 ALS Canada–Brain Canada Discovery Grants fund innovative projects to deepen scientific understanding and accelerate new approaches to treating ALS TORONTO, March 3, 2026 – The ALS Society of Canada (ALS Canada) and Brain Canada are proud to…

This blog series is a place for the ALS community to learn about and stay updated on ALS Canada's advocacy efforts as well as relevant developments within the government. Please note that because ALS Canada…

With support from Foundation Vincent-Bourque, more than $500,000 has been committed to advance ALS care and research as the Trainee Awards program marks 20 years of impact TORONTO, February 11, 2026 – The ALS Society of Canada (ALS Canada)…

As we look back on 2025, we’re proud to highlight the research achievements we accomplished together.  Advancing ALS research is costly, requiring specialized equipment, data analysis, participant recruitment, and highly skilled teams. Yet investment in Canada still falls short of what’s needed to accelerate discoveries at…

The ALS Society of Canada is proud to announce the funding of a 2025 ALS Canada Discovery Grant in partnership with the ALS Québec – Dr. Jean-Pierre Canuel Fund, to support a research project led by Dr. Janice Robertson at…

From the Research Desk highlights recent activities and accomplishments from the ALS Canada Research Team, and what is happening in the ALS research world. By actively engaging with the global ALS community, supporting ALS research advancements, and providing knowledge…

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…