25 years of raising funds to end MS
WHO: Over 18,000 participants will celebrate the power of coming together to change the lives of Canadians affected by MS at MS Walk events across Ontario in 2016.
WHAT: The Mandarin MS Walk is a family oriented, community-supported event that raises funds in support of ending MS. Participants can choose from varying route lengths, including a wheelchair accessible route for participants using mobility aids. This is the 25th anniversary of MS Walk in Toronto.
More information is available online at: mswalks.ca
WHEN: Sunday, May 1, 2016; Check-In – 9:30am; Walk Start – 11:00am.
WHERE: Downsview Park 35 Carl Hall Road, Toronto, ON
The Mandarin MS Walk takes place in 57 communities across Ontario – with 43 events taking place on Sunday, May 1, and the remainder on April 24, May 15 or May 29. For a complete list of events, please click here.
WHY: Funds raised from MS Walk support innovative research into the cause, treatment and cure of MS as well as valuable services, programs and advocacy for Canadians affected by MS.
PHOTOS: – Spokespeople and participants who live with or are directly affected by MS
– Teams consisting of family, friends and co-workers walking together in celebration
– Homemade banners and outfits in support of loved-ones living with MS
– Energetic start/finish lines with a wide variety of community-driven activities
CONTACT: Laura Hagglund, MS Society of Canada
1-800-268-7582 ext. 3155
laura.hagglund@mssociety.ca
or
Rachael Sedman (Toronto)
1-800-268-7582 ext. 3122
rachael.sedman@mssociety.ca
