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The Montreal Chapter of Dysautonomia was started in 1974 by the parents of children born with FD and supported by their family and friends. Today a new generation of parents, family and friends continue to support this cause still supported by its founding members. We promote awareness about the problems to over come when living with FD as well as raise money to contribute to the organizations that do clinical research of the disease and treatments for people with FD.

The only charity in Canada dedicated to glaucoma research. Since 1989, the society has raised more than $3 million in support of 150 research projects. Current fundraisers: Scotiabank Waterfront Marathon Support glaucoma research by sponsoring family and friends who have registered to run or walk on Sunday, October 20 for the Glaucoma Research Society of Canada. Tealess Tea Have a cup of tea and donate to the Glaucoma Research Society's popular Tealess Tea fundraiser.

The Psychology Foundation of Canada (PFC) was founded in 1974 to promote the understanding and use of research-based psychological knowledge to help people in their daily lives - through programs for children and parents. The Foundation is a national registered charitable organization governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees comprised of psychologists, business and community leaders. PFC receives no government funding and relies solely on gifts from corporations, foundations and individuals to develop and support mental health promotion programs. PFC'S programs are First Three Years "Make the Connection", Kids Have Stress Too!, Parenting for Life, Staying on Top of Your Game and Diversity in Action - Adapting Mental Health Services for Newcomer Families.

Located in the heart of Toronto’s Riverdale neighbourhood, Bridgepoint Active Healthcare is responding to the changing needs of today’s patients – and the Canadian healthcare system – while contributing to the revitalization of the community. Active healthcare puts patients at the centre of their care. Through groundbreaking research, academics, specialty care, primary care, restorative care and ongoing support, our goal is to help every person living with multiple health conditions see what’s possible and live better. Your donation will support Bridgepoint's mission, transforming healthcare to help people live better. If you'd like to designate your gift to something specific, please call Lindsey at 416.461.8252 ext. 2057.

Started in 1965, the Little People of Ontario (LPO) is a provincial, charitable organization that provides life-long fellowship, support and information to people of short stature, their families and friends. The LPO hosts social activities and sends its members regular newsletters. It provides up-to-date information about medical issues, community and government support services, and ongoing education about the challenges of living life as a little person.

The Foundation was incorporated in 1978 as a non-profit organization, set up to receive and administer donations from the public. The accumulated funds are for the sole benefit of the Wingham and District Hospital. The Foundation is operated by a volunteer Board of Directors independent of the Hospital. Each year the Foundation directs money to supplement the financial needs of the hospital to ensure the highest standard of health care.

Through various fund raising projects, memorials, donations, gifts, bequests, the Foundation has helped the Association with the cost of wheelchair repairs and provided such items as a 'Snoezelen Light Therapy System' (MKK), A Lifeline Emergency Call System (for Kotitalo residents) and new chairs for the Kestitupa dining room at Suomi Eesti Maja. In 2007 the Foundation also purchased a new, larger bus/van for the use of all OFRA residents for various outings. When Mauno Kaihla Koti was in need of an addition and renovations, the Foundation committed to help and raised $300,000.00 towards the project. The 'Friendship Rose Garden' is a special project of the Foundation. Anyone can buy a rose bush and/or an engraved granite stone to honor and remember a loved one.

The Foundation works with the community as well as local businesses and service clubs to raise funds to purchase equipment used by clinicians and patients at the Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre.

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation supports Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, which is Canada’s only teaching hospital in paediatric rehabilitation and a world leader in clinical care, research and education pertaining to children with disabilities and special needs. Each year, Holland Bloorview's accredited staff of 800 doctors, nurses, researchers, teachers, therapists and other specialists helps about 6,500 of these children.

The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation manages the financial gifts received from the community in support of health care for the patients of the Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre. The Foundation seeks the support of our community to provide quality health care here, in our community, close to family and friends. In partnership with individuals, businesses and corporations the Foundation provides medical equipment and other patient care needs to the Hospital. Remember, that each contribution made to the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation is an investment in the future of health care for you and your family and 100% of your donation remains in Fort St. John.

The Foundation focuses its actions and initiatives on preventing and alleviating distress experienced by young people through five main areas of activity: - Assistane and support for the most disadvantaged; - Assistance during their studies and dropping-out prevention; - Prevention and treatment of various types of dependency; - Support against intimidation and violence; and - Enhancement of health and well-being.

ALPHPL c’est… Depuis plusieurs années nous voyons dans les loisirs que nous offrons aux personnes vivant avec un handicap en santé mental les bienfaits apportés, ces personnes pour qui le mode de vie est souvent restreint. Il nous est toujours agréable de savourer la joie imprégnée dans leur visage car nous savons que ce moment de leur vie contribuera à leur avancement positif.