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Alberta Diabetes Foundation (formerly AFDR (Alberta Foundation for Diabetes Research) was organized by a group of volunteers, some of whom were parents of Diabetics or in other ways affected by Diabetes. The Alberta Foundation for Diabetes Research was incorporated under the Societies Act on Nov. 4, 1988. Alberta Diabetes Foundation's purpose is to raise funds to support world-leading diabetes research projects. Besides funding diabetes research, Alberta Diabetes Foundation works with the researchers to provide our supporters with up-to-date information about what's happening on the research front. We also strive to create opportunities for interaction with other diabetics. Alberta Diabetes Foundation hosts many promotional events and can organize lab tours of current projects.

We are the Foundation supporting the Peterborough Networked Family Health Team. We raise funds for education and equipment to better diagnose, treat and maintain optimal health for all patients in the City and County of Peterborough. The Foundation has supported programs such as the Partners in Pregnancy Clinic and the Youth Sports Concussion Program. We also raise funds for the Dr. Steve Senior Memorial Fund for continuing medical education, mental health initiatives and the purchase of equipment such as automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and transport chairs.

Hospital equipment is not eligible for any government funding. This Foundation promotes awareness of the hospital's needs and invites friends of Louise Marshall Hospital (LMH) to support the projects generously. Right now in addition to the regular equipment purchases the Always Here For You Campaign to redevelop the Emergency and Ambulatory Care departments seeks community support of $5 million, the biggest campaign that LMH has embarked on for over 20 years. LMH provides in-patient services, 24-hour emergency department (over 11,000 patients each year), operating room, oncology department, digital imaging, a lab as well as up to 50 clinics a month. Revamping its equipment - new, additional or replacement - can amount to $400,000 each year. Please support rural health care provided at Louise Marshall Hospital by making a gift today.

The Centre is a community-based resource providing individuals with access to equipment, by offering short-term equipment loans. This program assists those of all ages and their service providers to assess the everyday usefulness of a communication device by trying it, for a ten-week period. The centre also provides training and consultation to increase the knowledge and awareness of this technology. OARC relies on donations from Individuals, Corporations and Foundations for the purchase and maintenance of the devices in the Equipment Loan Program. 100% of your gift supports the Loan Program. Your gift to OARC allows us to continue - “Giving People Without Speech New Ways To Talk”

The Oak Bay Kiwanis Pavilion Foundation (the Foundation) was established in 1989 as a means for stewarding donated funds in support of the residents living at the Kiwanis Pavilion. The Foundation provides financial support for special projects, programs and improvements to the Kiwanis Pavilion over time.

Your donation will help fund VIRN's core programs that fulfill our belief that people who are vision impaired can contribute and participate in the community with confidence, dignity, and independence. Peer Support - Promote the innovative use of adaptive technology to enhance everyday life experiences and increase employment opportunities. - Promote physical activity, and camaraderie through recreational activities for our youth, working age & seniors. Public Education - Give presentations to promote the abilities of people who are vision impaired. - Help employers accommodate and improve their work place for employees who are vision impaired. - Partner with community groups, organizations & government to feature the abilities of people who are vision impaired. Training - Annually award the L. P. Ings Scholarship to a student who is vision impaired enrolled in post secondary education or a trade. - Provide training on computers & adaptive devices.

The Airdrie Food Bank's mandate is to provide short term emergency food support to adults, children, and families in need in Airdrie, Crossfield, Balzac, Beiseker and surrounding areas. We collect food and funds from the community and distribute them as needed through our many programs using volunteers and staff to meet our mandate. The Airdrie Food Bank is building a stronger community that believe in the value of the food bank where Neighbours help Neighbours. For more information call 403-948-0063 or visit us online at www.airdriefoodbank.com www.facebook.com/airdriefoodbank www.twitter.com/airdriefoodbank www.newairdriefoodbank.com

The Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division is a voluntary organization concerned with educating people about mental health issues, and changing the way we view and treat mental illness in BC. We're part of an 80-year old national organization with provincial offices across Canada and over 200 branches across the country. We educate, advocate, conduct research, and develop new ways to make our mental health services and knowledge in BC more accessible, more effective, and more friendly to all.

All our services are free and confidential! WE OFFER: -option counselling -pregnancy tests -educational information -adoption referrals -post abortion support -practical support

Angelman Syndrome (AS) is a rare neuro-genetic disorder first described by pediatrician Dr. Harry Angelan in 1965. He noted that these children had some traits in common: an unstable jerky gait, unusually happy demeanor, variable and severe developmental delays, lack of speech, small head size, abnormal electroencephalograms, and seizure disorder. Other noted features are sleep disturbances, flattened back of the head, excessive drooling, chewing, and other oral behaviours, hyperactivity, hypopigmentation, wide-based gait, and feeding problems in infancy. AS is most often diagnosed in children between the ages of two and five years old. It is often misdiagnosed as Autism or Cerebral Palsy. With increasing public awareness of the condition and improved diagnostic tests, more children are being diagnosed. Children and adults with AS will need lifelong care, however, there are no current schools or facilities dedicated solely to aiding people with this disorder.

The Cedarbrook Society owns and operates The Darling Home for Kids, a children's hospice and respite centre in Milton, ON. The home provides a home away from home where medically fragile and/or technology dependent children can receive the specialized care they require, while giving their parents a break.

Established in 1977, Cape Breton Community Housing Association (CBCHA) is a non-profit community based agency governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. CBCHA offers a range of residential and vocational supports for individuals requiring assistance in developing the necessary skills to enable them to achieve independence. Our program currently consists of a Residential Program, Independent Living Support Program and a Community Outreach Program. Together, clients of these programs learn to combat loneliness, support each other through their ups and downs, and establish friendships through positive social interaction with one another and within the community. It is within this setting that clients learn to rely on their own personal resources, as well as, utilizing the resources of the staff, other clients, and the community at large.