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In memory of my two sisters I am raising money and awareness for the ALS society in order to assist others who live with ALS. My sister Frances faced the challenges of ALS with great courage and was an inspiration to many. My sister Pat was diagnosed with ALS only one year after Frances past away. She calmly and courageously accepted the diagnosis of ALS while others around her couldn't believe that it could be possible. Within the remaining months Pat faced the ongoing struggles related to ALS with an amazing calmness and acceptance. My sisters passed away within 18 months of each other and now I am committed to supporting the ALS community with my fund raising efforts to assist those who are living with ALS today.

This devastating disease slowly robs the individual of the ability to walk, talk, and ultimately, to breathe. Below are facts about ALS:

• Two to three Canadians a day die of ALS
• Approximately 3,000 Canadians currently live with ALS
• In at least 90% of cases, ALS strikes individuals with no family history of the disease
• Between 5-10% have a familial form of ALS, so 2 or more of their family members have it.
• ALS can strike anyone, regardless of age, sex or ethnic origin
• The usual age of onset is between 55 and 65, but some have been younger than 20
• Nearly 90% of people with ALS died within 5 years of diagnosis. While some live longer, others die within a few short months
• ALS affects the whole family
• ALS is a costly disease - emotionally, physically, and financially.

For more information on ALS please visit www.als.ca.

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