| WHO: | Over 18,000 participants will celebrate the power of coming together to change the lives of Canadians affected by MS at MS Walk events across Ontario in 2016. |
| WHAT: | The Mandarin MS Walk is a family oriented, community-supported event that raises funds in support of ending MS. Participants can choose from varying route lengths, including a wheelchair accessible route for participants using mobility aids. More information is available online at: mswalks.ca. |
| WHEN: | Sunday, May 1, 2016; check-in and start times vary by site. |
| WHERE: | Various locations
The Mandarin MS Walk takes place in 57 communities across Ontario - with 43 events taking place on Sunday, May 1, and the remainder on April 24, May 15 or May 29. For a complete list of events, please click here. |
| WHY: | Funds raised from MS Walk support innovative research into the cause, treatment and cure of MS as well as valuable services, programs and advocacy for Canadians affected by MS. |
| PHOTOS: | - Spokespeople and participants who live with or are directly affected by MS
- Teams consisting of family, friends and co-workers walking together in celebration
- Homemade banners and outfits in support of loved-ones living with MS
- Energetic start/finish lines with a wide variety of community-driven activities |
| CONTACT: | Laura Hagglund, MS Society of Canada
1-800-268-7582 ext. 3155
laura.hagglund@mssociety.ca
Or
Sarah Mann
1-800-268-7582 ext. 3303
sarah.mann@mssociety.ca |
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