Talking about mental health
by Sylvia Leonard Note: While the strategies we mention in this blog post are helpful tips for managing mental health, they are not…
Life changes, but happiness can remain
Guest post by Julia Nimilowich, MS Walk ambassador I started dancing when I was five years old. Over many years of hard work,…
Life’s surprises only make you stronger
Guest post by Lizelle Mendoza, MS Walk Ambassador If I was to tell you about my bucket list when I was 17, I…
MS Wellness Survey results now online
Last summer, the MS Society of Canada reached out to people affected by MS with the MS Wellness Survey, an online questionnaire designed…
My social awakening
Guest post by Kayla Chatkiewicz, MS Walk ambassador In October 2012, I noticed something in my eye while I was on my way…
From trainee to translational research leader: An interview with Dr. Veronique Miron
A few weeks ago, the MS Society announced the recipients of two translational research grants provided through a partnership between the MS Society…
We are here, fighting to end MS: IWD 2016
Women are three times more likely to develop MS than men — but lucky for us, Canada is also leading the charge in…
Raise your hand if you know someone who lives with MS
Guest post by Barb Van Walleghem, MS Walk Ambassador It happened on a Monday—of all the days of the week, a Monday. I…
What is MS?
Canada has one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the world, with an estimated 77,000 Canadians living with the disease. While it is most often diagnosed in young adults aged 20 to 49, younger children and older adults are also diagnosed with the disease.