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Raising our voices and engaging with candidates during the election is a critical way to keep ALS on the radar.

Advocating for ALS Care in Ontario

A resource that supports and empowers advocacy efforts aimed at improving the lives of people living with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis).

A feeding tube, also known as a “g-tube”, is a device that can be used to support the nutritional needs of a person living with ALS.

This glossary contains a list of scientific and medical terms and definitions that are relevant to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

What is ALBRIOZA (AMX0035)? ALBRIOZA (sodium phenylbutyrate/ursodoxicoltaurine) is indicated for the treatment of people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Earlier this year, manufacturer Amylyx announced that it plans to pursue Health Canada approval for its AMX0035 therapy. We’ve updated the blog post we first published back in 2018 about how new drugs become accessible in Canada to help orient you to the steps involved, their purpose, the milestones along the way and the timelines involved.

With the 2019 federal election campaign underway, are you curious about what the parties are saying about the issues that could affect Canada’s ALS community? ALS Canada asked each of the major parties what they would do, if elected, to help people and families affected by ALS.

In late 2018, Facebook began offering the option for Canadians to create fundraisers for nonprofit organizations or for personal causes. Since then many of you have reached out to us with questions about how these giving options can be used to support ALS Canada. Keep reading….

Looking after a family member or close friend who is living with ALS is a precious act of love and devotion. It is often a full-time commitment that demands a lot of physical and emotional energy, making it challenging to maintain your own health and well-being. If you know someone in this role, the holiday season is a perfect time to say, “here’s something to help take care of you.”

There is no easy way to tell family and friends you have been diagnosed with ALS. And there is no right or wrong way, either. Individual personalities, family circumstances, and the degree to which the symptoms are visible can all play a role in when, how, and with whom to share the news.

What do you give someone living with ALS to show you care? There’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ gift that works for everyone, but there are special ways to say “I am thinking of you.” The holiday season can be a perfect time to do just that. We recognize that it’s not always easy to know how to help, so we recently canvassed our regional managers and our online community for their gift ideas.