ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease) is a progressive neuromuscular disease in which nerve cells die and leave voluntary muscles paralyzed.
Every day two or three Canadians die of the disease.
For care and to support a cure for ALS
PGA of BC Golfathon For ALS
THE POWER OF HOPE
The ALS Society of BC is dedicated to providing direct support to ALS patients, along with their families and caregivers, to ensure the best quality of life possible while living with this disease. Through assisting research, we are committed to finding the cause and cure for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
The ALS Society of BC has three principal objectives:
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To provide direct support to patients, their families, and caregivers. This includes an equipment loan program.
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To raise funds for patient services and research.
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To increase public awareness and understanding of ALS.
Charitable # 10670 8985 RR0001
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Current News
The month of May brings the annual Team Clarke Spring Clean Up. North Vancouver residents were invited to drop off "clutter" from their homes by donation.
This year Team Clarke raised $5,996.00 for the ALS Society of BC Equipment Loan Program. In the photo taken at the Team Clarke office are Sylvia Lapinska, Brooke Clarke & Rob Montgomery.
Congratulations Caroline Bissat of Caroline's Cakes www.carolinescakes.vpweb.ca who was the winner of a complimentary entry into the 5th Annual ALS Golf Tournament of Hope that will take place on August 22nd at The Dunes Kamloops. In photo is Caroline with Jim Choppen, Tournament Chairperson.
Dr. Andrew and Kathleen Eisen have established the Dr. Andrew and Kathleen Eisen Endowment Fund: In Support of ALS Patient Services managed by the ALS Society of BC.