ALS Society
of Manitoba
La Societe
Manitobaine de la SLA
December 30, 2024
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April 5, 2022
April 5 is National Caregiver Day when we recognize the nearly 8 million Canadians who care for family and friends who have chronic health conditions, disabilities or functional limitations. Combining care work and paid work is the norm for many employed Canadians, with caregivers making up 30-35% of the paid workforce. Please join us in […]
April 1, 2022
The Bud Spud and Steak for ALS is a family-friendly event that helps support Essential Client Services for people living with ALS/MND in Manitoba. At the event, attendees have a chance to win a door prize and have the opportunity to participate in the Auction of HOPE and a 50/50 Draw.
March 31, 2022
Do you know why ALS/MND (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis / Motor Neuron Disease) is also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease? Lou Gehrig passed away from ALS/MND in 1941 at the age of 37. He was the New York Yankee’s first baseman playing in a then-record 2,130 consecutive games.
March 30, 2022
Throw on your favourite purple shirt or sweater and show your support for ALS in June. Don’t own anything purple? Check out our MERCHANDISE! There are currently over 400 people suffering from ALS in Manitoba alone. Your help allows us to offer programs to assist those living with ALS/MND to maintain independence and support research […]
March 28, 2022
A unique and wonderful way to give to the ALS Society of Manitoba is by holding a Third-Party Event. These fundraising events are planned by outside parties who give the proceeds to The ALS Society of Manitoba. Thank you to organizers and supporters! For more information or ideas on hosting an event, Contact Us or […]
March 25, 2022
Stay tuned for information on our Annual General Meeting as well as our Volunteer Appreciation Night!
March 24, 2022
Stay tuned for more information on our Lite Up a Life Campaign coming this Winter 2022.
February 18, 2022
Welcome. I’d like to take a moment of your time to introduce you to just one of our marvellous volunteers. Twice a week like clockwork, she can be found bustling around the office and helping out in a variety of areas. Bundling gift baskets, sweeping floors, assisting with events or …
February 15, 2022
We are excited to announce that we are once again looking forward to an in-person Walk to End ALS! Time to dust off those walking shoes and step out into the beautiful surroundings of Assiniboine Park for a morning of fresh air and raise money to contribute towards finding a …