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MAKE A DIFFERENCE! FIND EVENTS, PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS IN YOUR COMMUNITY Atlantic Canada  Ontario & Quebec Prairies  Alberta & British Columbia Northern Canada You can help by volunteering at an event, buying a membership to a non-profit association, attending a dinner or golf tournament, helping an individual with day to day needs, making your workplace more accessible and many other ways. Find a way that appeals to you and do it.   Home Why should you care? My Story More about the Weekend to End Breast Cancer Other Stories   Updated August 2009   Ontario TURN OFF YOUR POP-UP BLOCKER TO VIEW LINKS

This website is dedicated to everyone affected by spinal cord injury or disease, and to those who know what "walking is hard" really means.

Breast Cancer is Hard. Walking Isn't?   Inspired by the need to speak out about the slogan used to promote the Weekend to End Breast Cancer, this website provides alternate options to support breast cancer survivors, to be part of fundraising events, and learn about ways that you can also support people with walking disabilities.      Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities   Abilities Arts Festival A disability arts organization that promotes diversity, inclusiveness and the power of art in Toronto.   Canadian Paralympic Foundation Big dreams need funding. Do you know of a business in a position to give? Share the idea.   MS Society of Canada Corporate Partners benefit in a number of ways by becoming supporters of the MS Society of Canada. Does your workplace have a relationship with a high-profile non-profit organization?     Want to do something that takes very little time, costs you nothing but helps a lot? Collect pop tabs for wheelchairs! This program is run by the Elora Legion.     Wheel to Walk  Golden Horseshoe Marathon To support research focused on curing neurological diseases and disorders. Niagara - Burlington FIND OUT HOW TO PARTICIPATE  2009 IS THEIR 11TH YEAR Help make it a great one!     Justin Hines, a long-time March of Dimes supporter, has released his second album. Chasing Silver is now available on iTunes and WalMart stores.   Visit Justin's Website   ONTARIO LICENCE PLATES HELP! Hey, animal lovers! You can contribute to the Farley Foundation by getting a graphic licence plate. The foundation helps provide animal care for pet owners who have a disability and can cannot afford urgent veterinary care. Learn about the Farly Foundation See the licence plate here.   Next time you visit the vet, suggest they support the Farley Foundation.   Cerebral Palsy Support Foundation   Like their website says ...   YOUR GIFT OF A DONATION PROVIDES ITEMS AND SERVICES THAT YOU CAN’T PUT A PRICE ON!   Recreation-able Inclusive Recreation Forum September 30 to October 2, 2009 Those interested in learning more about making their activities more accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities are welcomed to attend the Recreation-able, Inclusive Recreation Forum, in Thunder Bay, Ontario   Find Out More AND SPREAD THE WORD TO ... -Recreation based programmers and directors -Community group / organization activity providers and facilitators -Physical education and arts based faculty members in elementary, secondary and post secondary school institutions -Representatives in the health and education sectors -Therapeutic recreation providers -Service providers who work with people with disabilities -Private sector recreation staff -Municipal and public sector recreation staff -Elected municipal and provincial government officials involved in community sport, fitness and recreation initiatives   This link isn't an event, organization or product. It's about an amazing, cool, young Canadian guy. Be inspired by him. Luca Patuelli   How you can help ACCESS TO LEARNING   This online database provides details about accessibility and services for the disabled at schools in Canada. Has your school submitted information? You can contribute by collecting information about your school and submitting to the online inventory.   Ontario (scroll down for Quebec) Summer - Fall 2009 Anywhere Virtual Volunteering for the Active Living Alliance Any Time Computer, writing, design, photography ... they suggest lots of ways you can help from home! Anywhere Purchase Very Special Christmas Cards Any Time Visit artist Jeff Morrison's website to buy cards and support the charity of your choice. Canada - National Volunteer for Muscular Dystrophy Canada Any Time! More than 30 local chapters could use your help, on an ongoing basis or one time event. Anywhere - Ontario Farley Foundation Ontario Licence Plate Any Time! You can buy a customized plate for your car, and support the Farley Foundation. Ontario - Various All Abilities Welcome - Education for your event or workplace Any Time Get a speaker for your conference, convention, association function, staff meeting or club event. Anywhere - Canada Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th Walking is hard? You can join the "virtual run", raise funds and be eligible for great prizes. Alliston South Simcoe Wheelchair Relay Challenge September 27 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Barrie Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer September 27 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Barrie Barrie Dragon Boat Festival - Muscular Dystrophy Simcoe Region August 22nd Make a donation to support the "Muscle Movers" paddle on Kempentfelt Bay. Sponsor inquiries welcome! Barrie Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Bath Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer November 21 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Brampton Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 17 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Brampton Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Brampton to Waterloo Rona MS Bike Tour, Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada August 15 & 16 Are you up to riding 190km over 2 days? End of day festivites on both days! Ride, pledge or volunteer. Brantford Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer September 26 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Brantford Brantford's Participation House Any Time Their wheelchair accessible vehicle has reached the end of its life! Can you help? Burlington Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Carlisle OVMA/Farley Foundation Golf Tournament August 13 Golf registration is limited to veterinary professionals, but sponsors are always needed! Carleton Place Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer September 19 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Chatham Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer September 25 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Clinton Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 3 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Cobden Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 4 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Cobourg Ecology Garden - fully accessible garden September 13 Attend the ParTEA in September and mark your calendar for the spring plant sale in May. Collingwood Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Cornwall Cornwall Wheelchair Relay Challenge September 12 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Eganville Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 10 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Elora Tabs-4-Wheelchairs - Help by collecting aluminum tabs from cans Any Time The collection of metal pop tabs buys wheelchairs for Ontario residents who need but cannot afford one. Georgetown Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 12 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Grand Bend to London Rona MS Bike Tour, Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada July 25 & 26 Ride 150km over 2 days, with an overnight stay in London. No? Okay then, make a pledge Guelph Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 12 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Guelph Guelph Enabling Garden - fully accessible garden Any Time Buy a brick before August 31st, or give a gift at any time. Guelph Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Gravenhurst Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 18 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Halton Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer November 1 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Haliburton Community Care Haliburton County Any Time Volunteer, donate or hold a fund-raising event. Your contribution can have a huge impact. Hamilton Hamilton Wheelchair Relay Challenge September 26 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Hamilton Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 19 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Hanover Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 12 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Kent-Lambton Region Walk for Muscular Dystrophy September 13 Fun, friendship and fundraising for a great cause. Kincardine Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Kingston Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 12 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Kingston Easter Seals Big Run August 23 2km walk, 5km run from fort Henry National Historic Site Kingston Easter Seals, Nursing Science Society Car Smash September 10 Participants can work out their frustrations at this car smashing event at Queen's University. Kingston Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 25 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Kingston Chips for Charity, Texas Hold'Em Poker Tournament November 18 Benefits to Easter Seals Kingston Volleyball Tournament at Queen's University December 15 For competitive and recreational teams. Benefits to Easter Seals. Kingston Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Kitchener-Waterloo Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 12 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Kitchener-Waterloo Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Kitchener-Waterloo Donate Used Computers & Software Any Time K-W Access-Ability's Technology Recycling And Computer Education (TRACE) programme Kitchener Kitchener-Waterloo Wheelchair Relay Challenge September 19 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Leamington Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 18 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! London & District Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 12 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. London Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! London London Wheelchair Relay Challenge October 17 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Midland-Orillia Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Midland Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 18 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Milton to Guelph Farley Foundation - Ride for Farley October 3 Raising money to provide veterinary care for pets belonging to disabled people. Mississauga Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 4 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Mitchell Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 3 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Muskoka Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Napanee Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 17 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Newmarket/Aurora Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Niagara Region Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Niagara Region Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Niagara Falls Niagara Wheelchair Relay Challenge July 23 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Niagara Rona MS Bike Tour, Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada August 23 40km or 75km routes, starting at Kings Bridge Park. Enjoy scenic Niagara. Ride, pledge or volunteer. Niagara Falls Niagara Wheelchair Relay Challenge August 23 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! North Bay Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Orillia Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 4 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Orillia Orillia Wheelchair Relay Challenge September 20 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Oshawa-Durham Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too!   Owen Sound Grey-Bruce Wheelchair Relay Challenge September 13 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Ottawa Ottawa Wheelchair Relay Challenge September 19 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Ottawa Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 12 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Ottawa-Gatineau Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Ottawa to Kemptiville Rona MS Bike Tour, Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada August 8 & 9 Choose either the one day, or two day option, from 65km to 190km. Ride, pledge or volunteer. Ottawa Disabled Persons Community Resource - Volunteer Any Time A variety of services are offered, from accessible accommodations to ramp loans. Help them help others. Owen Sound Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Peel Region Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Pembroke Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 3 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Peterborough Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Peterborough Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Sarnia-Lambton Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Sarnia Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 17 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! St. Mary's Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 3 Run, Walk, Give Generously Sault Ste. Marie Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Simcoe Region Simcoe County Association for the Physically Disabled Any Time This organization has many well thought out volunteer opportunities that make a real difference. Take a look. Simcoe Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Stratford and Area Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 12 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Sudbury Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 26 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Sudbury Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Tamworth Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer September 19 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Thunder Bay Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 12 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Thunder Bay Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Toronto Creative Spirit Art Centre Any Time Providing art education and studio space to persons with disabilities. Visit the gallery and buy some artwork Toronto Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th Run, Walk, Give Generously Toronto Walk for Muscular Dystrophy September 26 Teams & Indivuals raised over $660,000 in 2008. Come out for the 2009 event. Toronto Toronto Wheelchair Relay Challenge September 20 Benefits to the Canadian Parapelegic Association (Ontario). Participate, sponsor, donate or volunteer! Toronto Reach for the Rainbow, Crystal Ball November 21st A black tie event, featuring Mary Wilson of the Supremes, fine dining, live auction & top notch silent auction too. Toronto Rona MS Bike Tour, Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada September 13 Choose either a 30km or 55km route, starting in Etobicoke. Ride, pledge or volunteer. Toronto Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Toronto Osteoperosis Canada - Bone Appetit Chef Challenge October 23 Attend this wonderful event featuring amazing food prepared by 4 celebrity chefs, plus open bar & silent auction. Whitby Canadian Cancer Society - Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer October 18 Register as an individual, start a team or join an existing team! Whtby Abilities Centre - Fully accessible facility planned for 2010 opening October 29 Tickets are available for the event at Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility in Ajax. Silent Auction items needed too. Windsor-Essex Parkinson's SuperWalk, Parkinson Society Canada September 13 Sponsor, donate or volunteer at one of more than 85 locations across Canada. Windsor Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too! Wolfe Island Wolfe Island Corn Maze October 10 10% of Ticket Sales are donated to Easter Seals. Woodbridge Hike for ALS - ALS Society of Canada September 12 Hike and Family Day, with events for children too. Participate as a family. York Region Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too!   Quebec (more coming soon) Summer - Fall 2009 Montreal Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th Run, Walk, Give Generously Quebec City Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure October 4th This event takes place in 56 communites across Canada, on the same day. There's a "virtual" run too!