I'm walking in the Parkinson Canada SuperWalk to raise money for Parkinson Canada which will empower the Parkinson's community through tailored support, innovative research and raising the voice of all those impacted by Parkinson's.

I'm walking in support of my husband, Don McKellar who was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2017, and has been courageously fighting this illness for the past 7 years. We have noticed a significant increase in his symptoms and challenges in the past year. My goal is to raise a minimum of $250 from donations for this walk, to help with research for a cure or alternate treatments for this disease.

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.