Community-driven fundraising events across Canada provide support for individuals affected by ALS, fund research nationwide, and advocate for people and families living with ALS.
Upcoming events
Driven by passionate community members, these events help ALS Canada provide local support for people affected by ALS in Ontario, fund world-class research across the country, and advocate for change at the federal and provincial levels.
From golf tournaments to bake sales, every event, big or small, makes a difference. Stay informed about upcoming events and discover how you can support the ALS community by celebrating hope, honouring loved ones, and standing with Canadians living with ALS.
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April
Summit of Strength Gala
April 11
In-Person | Event
Location: Strathroy, ON (Portuguese Canadian Club of Strathroy)
Background: The Strathroy community will gather for Summit of Strength, an elegant gala evening honouring Tracy Brants — a woman whose life has been defined by service, endurance, and leadership. In May 2025, she was diagnosed with ALS. Kyle Pimentel, a Strathroy native and graduate of the University of Waterloo (Class of 2019), who is currently facing his battle with ALS will also be a part of the evening. Despite the challenges of this diagnosis, Kyle continues to demonstrate remarkable positivity and strength while remaining active in the ALS community.
May
Fore Jane Invitational Golf Classic
May 23
In-Person | Event
Location: St. Mary’s (River View Golf Course)
Background: Birdies, bogeys, and big hearts for Jane! On May 23rd, the St. Mary’s community will come together for a day of golf in support of ALS Canada.
Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend
May 23-24
In-Person | Event
Location: Ottawa, ON
Background: The Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend is a premier running festival in Ottawa, attracting over 50,000 runners annually. It features a number of races, including the Ottawa Marathon, and other events like the half marathon, 10k, 5k, and kids marathon.
Henderson Invitational for ALS Canada
May 30
In-Person | Event
Location: Kingston, ON (Loyalist Golf and Country Club)
Background: Raising over $30,000 since its inception, the Henderson Invitational Golf Tournament takes place annually in honour of Stephen Henderson, bringing together the community in support of ALS Canada.
June
Against Limits Sailing – Race to Alaska
June 14
In-Person | Event
Location: Port Townsend, Washington & Ketchikan, Alaska
Background: After losing two dear friends to ALS, Richard Spooner, Ken Holland, and Michael Stochmal will be participating in the R2AK. They’ll be racing north in a sailboat powered by wind and by oars, accepting exhaustion, uncertainty, and discomfort as part of the deal. They’re doing this in support of the ALS Society of Canada, for people facing challenges they didn’t choose and can’t step away from when things get hard. “Our goal is to turn effort into momentum — raising awareness and support for ALS while earning every mile north. We want to demonstrate that progress, however slow, still matters”.