World MS Day 2016: Choosing independence
by Ben Davis, Vice-president, Government relations The concept of independence is as personal as multiple sclerosis itself. For some people, independence can mean…
Knowledge is Power: a Conversation with Kayla and Lizelle
Interview with Kayla Chatkiewicz, and Lizelle Mendoza We recently linked up with two of our fantastic #MSWalk ambassadors and asked them to discuss what…
Independence: learning to enjoy the ride
Karen, diagnosed with RRMS in 2004 World MS Day is a month from today. The theme this year is independence, so that got…
“You’re a diver, baby.”
Guest post by Kim Wilson, MS Walk ambassador The first time I went scuba diving was a disaster. Diving for views of the…
Are you there, MS?
Guest post from Chantal Milne, MS Walk ambassador I was scared when I first met you. I mean, making me numb from the…
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…
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…
Jonathan Allenger: Why I Ride
It’s the start of summer 2013, and Ottawa-born Jonathan Allenger, 32 years old and working in the Canadian finance industry is sitting in…
Meet the original members of #TeamFight
Throughout history, women have fought for rights, freedom and power. We are fighters, and we know how to take action to effect change…