My family has been affected by Parkinson’s for the last 15+ years as my grandfather has been living with this. Unfortunately last December he lost his battle and passed away. My family and I are walking in honour of him, as our hero, and because he would always be there to support us and anyone else who needed it. 

More than 100,000 Canadians live with Parkinson's, a number expected to increase substantially in the coming years, with 30 Canadians diagnosed each day.

Parkinson's is a disease that affects not only individuals but also families, friends and care partners who come together to manage the realities of Parkinson's.

Parkinson's is the fastest growing neurological disorder in the world. In the brain, nerves exchange signals through dopamine, a chemical that controls movement. Parkinson's symptoms occur when cells that produce dopamine die. Currently, there is no cure, and the need is only increasing. By 2031, the number of people living with Parkinson's in Canada will more than double. The support you provide makes a positive impact: improving the quality of life for people living with Parkinson's disease as well as finding a cure.

Your donation ensures that a full, vibrant life is still possible for over 100,000 Canadians living with Parkinson's.