Welcome to the Ontario Chapter!
Thank you for visiting the Ontario, Canada Chapter!
FSHD Canada Foundation has partnered with the FSHD Society to support and grow the FSHD Communities across Canada with the shared goal to deliver treatments and a cure for FSH Muscular Dystrophy.
We are here to build a local community of patients, family and friends, and help them connect and advocate for themselves and each other. Our hope for the future is to find a cure – Until then, we hope to bring a greater awareness to the community, and to help improve the quality of life of all those affected.
Contact our Chapter Director, Carrie Wilkinson directly, via email: OntarioChapter@fshdsociety.org, or by phone (905) 904-3721
Follow our local chapter on Facebook for news and notes about regional happenings. And please become an official member of our chapter to ensure you never miss a thing! Simply click 'sign up today' in the right sidebar.
Canadian Networking Resource: Anne Harland, Canadian FSHD Network - harland.milne@sympatico.ca, (905) 843-1403
The 2023 Ontario Walk & Roll to Cure FSHD!
Our 3RD ANNUAL Ontario Walk & Roll to Cure FSHD was a HUGE success! Stay tuned as we begin planning for our 2024 event.
Learn more about the Walk & Roll to Cure FSHD HERE.
Upcoming Events
Ontario Chapter Virtual Social Hour
Zoom Virtual Meeting , United StatesJoin us for a virtual social gathering before the Holidays! Thursday, December 7th, 2023 - 7:00pm ET via ZOOM Hello Ontario friends, I hope you can join us for a... Read More »
Wellness Hour – Chair dance party
Zoom Virtual Meeting , United StatesDancing with differences: A Moving Celebration of the Season 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Join us for a joyous and... Read More »
FSHD Radio: Community Profiles
Facebook and YouTubeTuesday, December 12th On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, we will bring you a new episode of FSHD Radio: Community Profiles. This long-form show includes profiles of the FSHD... Read More »
CARRIE WILKINSON
Chapter Director
A bit about me. I live on a hobby farm north of Toronto with my husband, John, and our two children. Our daughter was diagnosed with FSHD at the age of six and John was diagnosed shortly after.
Professionally, I work as an Occupational Therapist in neuro rehabilitation. I pour my heart and soul into helping my patients achieve their goals.
I am equally dedicated to build a collective voice for FSHD in our province. Although Ontario encompasses a large geographical area, I know we will come together to support one another, share resources, and actively engage in finding a cure for FSHD.
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