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About the MS Society of Canada

Largest funder of MS research in Canada
Founded in 1948, the Society has invested more than $98 million in MS research to date
Founding member of the Multiple Sclerosis International Federation
National office is in Toronto, Ontario. There are approximately 120 Chapters across Canada and seven Provincial (Division) offices.
Nationwide there are: 28,000 members; 1,500 board/committee members; 13,500 volunteers; 120,000 fund raising event participants; One million donors

Mission Statement
To be a leader in finding a cure for multiple sclerosis and enabling people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life.

Mandate
To fund MS research, services for people with MS and family members, to educate the public about multiple sclerosis and to carry out government relations activities.

Source of Funding
Of net revenue of more than $26.5 million in 2005, 84 percent came from direct donations and MS Society fund raising events, 4 percent from the United Way, 8 percent from grants (private and government), 4 percent from investment income and memberships.

Programs Funded
82% of MS Society net revenue goes to program areas: MS research, services for people with MS and families, MS clinics, government relations/ social action, public education and chapter development. Administration/fundraising costs are just 18%

Major Activities

Services: providing the latest MS information, programs and services to enable people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life.
Research: through a centrally administered peer reviewed program, supporting world renowned MS medical research throughout Canada into the cause, prevention and cure MS throughout Canada .
Advocacy: for changes to government, private policies and influencing public attitudes to positively benefit people with MS.
Education: providing resources to health professionals and educating the general public about what MS is.

What services does the MS Society provide?
Besides funding MS research, the MS Society provides services for people who have MS, - their family members, caregivers and health care professionals. These services are delivered through a network of Divisions and Chapters of the MS Society across Canada.

Core services include:

Publications and videos
ASK MS Information Resource Center
Conferences and workshops
Equipment purchases and loans
Special assistance
Individual and family services
Referral to community resources
Support counseling
Recreation and social programs
Social action and public education

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