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		Organization / Program Name(s)	Located In	Description (Brief)
Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Simcoe - Norfolk St N, Alzheimer Society Haldimand Norfolk		Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Simcoe - Norfolk St N, Alzheimer Society Haldimand Norfolk	Simcoe	Information and support for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and their carers at the time of diagnosis and throughout the course of the disease. * persons with memory loss and ... [More]
Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Halton Office		Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Halton Office	Burlington	A non-profit organization that provides education, support and resources to persons with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and to their families. * supports research * maintains local support ... [More]
Arthritis Society, Halton East and Peel Region		Arthritis Society, Halton East and Peel Region	Mississauga (City of)	Funds and promotes arthritis research, patient care and public education * self management, rehabilitation and education programs * chronic pain management workshop Arthritis Information Line, 1-800-3 ... [More]
Asthma Society of Canada		Asthma Society of Canada	Toronto Downtown North	Asthma information * education and prevention resources and programs * helpline with a certified respiratory therapist
Canadian Celiac Association, Mississauga - National Office		Canadian Celiac Association, Mississauga - National Office	Mississauga (City of)	Provides services and support to people with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity * Awareness, advocacy, education and research * Advising manufacturers and distributors about gluten-free f ... [More]
Canadian Celiac Association, Mailing Address, Halton Peel Chapter		Canadian Celiac Association, Mailing Address, Halton Peel Chapter	Mississauga (City of)	The national voice for people who are adversely affected by gluten and works to improve diagnosis and quality of life.
Canadian Spondylitis Association		Canadian Spondylitis Association	Toronto Downtown	National resource centre for information relevant to the spondylitis community * education and support to spondyloarthritis patients
Capability Support Services, VIS-ABLE Program		Capability Support Services, VIS-ABLE Program	Burlington	Program provided in partnership with CNIB that provides support for individuals with vision loss and additional functional needs due to a permanent physical disability. Services include: * personal ca ... [More]
Childhood Cancer Canada		Childhood Cancer Canada	Toronto Downtown North	National support and information network for childhood cancer * resources and support for children with cancer, their siblings and their families * bursaries for survivors of childhood cancer * resear ... [More]
CNIB, Halton-Peel Office		CNIB, Halton-Peel Office	Mississauga (City of)	National, community-based organization committed to vision health of all Canadians, research and enhancement of independence for people with vision loss Services include: services for children and fam ... [More]
Crohn's and Colitis Canada		Crohn's and Colitis Canada	Toronto Downtown North	Organization with a goal to help find a cure for Crohn's and Colitis * raises funds to support research * educates about the diseases * peer-to-peer support * summer camps and scholarships * brochures ... [More]
Crohn's and Colitis Canada, Halton Region Chapter		Crohn's and Colitis Canada, Halton Region Chapter	Halton Region	The chapter raises awareness by educating those with Crohn's and colitis, their families, health professionals and the general public about these diseases. * work to improve the lives of children and ... [More]
Cystic Fibrosis Canada		Cystic Fibrosis Canada	Toronto Downtown North	Support, care information and referral for families affected by Cystic Fibrosis * raises and allocates funds for nationally funded research and public education programs * promotes public awareness
Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Peel Chapter		Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Peel Chapter	Brampton (City of)	National non-profit health agency * does not provide medical advice (consult with own physician) * funds research in CF * promotes public awareness of CF * raises funds for research * provides informa ... [More]
Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada		Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada	Toronto	Funds medical research toward a cure for dystonia, promotes awareness and education, and supports the well being of affected individuals and families affected by dystonia. * Works in partnership with ... [More]
Easter Seals Ontario, West Region - Dufferin County and Halton Region District		Easter Seals Ontario, West Region - Dufferin County and Halton Region District	Burlington	Helps children, youth and young adults with physical disabilities achieve their full individual potential and future independence. Fund disability solutions through: Financial assistance * summer camp ... [More]
Epilepsy South Central Ontario		Epilepsy South Central Ontario	Mississauga (City of)	Support, advocacy and public education to promoting independence and optimal quality of life Individual Counselling and Support Groups -- for all ages * one-on-one counselling by appointment , support ... [More]
FASworld		FASworld	Scarborough South	Information, resources, awareness and support related to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders
Genetic Aortic Disorders Association Canada		Genetic Aortic Disorders Association Canada	Mississauga (City of)	Assists patients and families affected by Marfan Syndrome, Genetic Aortic Disorders, and related connective tissue disorders, to prevent early death and disability through national programs of educati ... [More]
Heart and Stroke, Ontario Office		Heart and Stroke, Ontario Office	Toronto Downtown North	Health charity working to eliminate heart disease and stroke through advancing research, advocacy and promoting healthy living * website contains educational resources about risk factors, signs and sy ... [More]
Heart and Stroke, Halton Region Office		Heart and Stroke, Halton Region Office	Burlington	Increases public awareness of heart disease and stroke by providing information and/or programs on CPR, high blood pressure, nutrition, active living, rehabilitation, heart disease, smoking and stress ... [More]
Heart and Stroke, Peel Region Office		Heart and Stroke, Peel Region Office	Brampton (City of)	Raises public awareness of heart disease and stroke by providing information and/or programs on topics such as CPR, high blood pressure, nutrition, active living, rehabilitation, heart disease, smokin ... [More]
Hemophilia Ontario		Hemophilia Ontario	North York Central	Programs, support and education for individuals with inherited bleeding disorders
Huntington Society of Canada, West Central Ontario Resource Centre		Huntington Society of Canada, West Central Ontario Resource Centre	Kitchener	Support services include: * consultation * education on HD * referral to community resources * advocacy * support groups
Hydrocephalus Canada (formerly SB&H)		Hydrocephalus Canada (formerly SB&H)	Etobicoke Central	National organization that supports and and provides information to people with hydrocephalus or spina bifida and their families * personal support through online forum, support groups or one-to-one l ... [More]
Kidney Cancer Canada		Kidney Cancer Canada	North York Central	Community of patients, caregivers and health professionals working to improve lives of Canadians affected by kidney cancer * advocates for access to new treatments * promotes research * support, educa ... [More]
Kidney Foundation of Canada, Ontario Branch		Kidney Foundation of Canada, Ontario Branch	Mississauga (City of)	Through a network of chapters, units and community groups, provides kidney patients and their families with education and emotional support KIDNEY CONNECT Peer Support program * online patient discuss ... [More]
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada - Ontario Region		Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada - Ontario Region	North York East	Funds blood cancer research projects, provides access to information and services, creates awareness, advocates and supports people with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's lymphoma and myeloma Services and ... [More]
Lung Association (The) - Ontario		Lung Association (The) - Ontario	North York East	Charitable organization focusing on respiratory health through education and community health programs * provides information on the effects of smoking, second-hand smoke, air quality and the environm ... [More]
Lung Cancer Canada		Lung Cancer Canada	Toronto Downtown Central	Support, education and awareness * support to patients and caregivers affected by lung cancer * education services for patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals * advocacy * resources
Lymphedema Association of Ontario		Lymphedema Association of Ontario	Etobicoke Central	Promotes lymphedema education, screening, treatment and quality of life for those with the condition * memberships and resources available
Muscular Dystrophy Canada - Ontario and Nunavut Regional Office		Muscular Dystrophy Canada - Ontario and Nunavut Regional Office	Toronto Downtown	Education and support services to persons who have a neuromuscular disorder and are registered with Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) * information and referrals about the nature and management of neuro ... [More]
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario		Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Association of Ontario	North York	Education and information, raises awareness and advocates for individuals experiencing myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) * information on the related illnesses of Fibromyalgi ... [More]
Neurofibromatosis Ontario		Neurofibromatosis Ontario	Toronto	Voluntary health organization offering support to people living with neurofibromatosis and their families * research support * information provision * development of local support groups * awareness e ... [More]
Ontario Prader-Willi Syndrome Association		Ontario Prader-Willi Syndrome Association	York	Information resources, publications, conferences, support for families, advocacy and supports medical research for people with Prader-Willi Syndrome
Osteoporosis Canada		Osteoporosis Canada	North York East	Raises funds and supports undertakings for patient care, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, risk reduction and research * educates professional practitioners and the public about osteoporosis * fre ... [More]
Ovarian Cancer Canada		Ovarian Cancer Canada	Toronto Downtown Central	Supports women and their families living with ovarian cancer * raises awareness in general public and with health care professionals * funds research to develop reliable early detection techniques, im ... [More]
Parkinson Canada		Parkinson Canada	North York	Develops educational material on Parkinson's disease and atypical parkinsonisms, (including continuing professional education programs) working with medical advisory committee * conducts national educ ... [More]
Thyroid Foundation of Canada		Thyroid Foundation of Canada	Ottawa (City of)	Promotes public awareness of thyroid disease * lends moral support to thyroid patients and their families * assists in fundraising for thyroid research Public education meetings * opportunities to pic ... [More]
Tourette Canada		Tourette Canada	Mississauga (City of)	Charitable organization for individuals with Tourette Syndrome and their families * information, referral and resources * online or group support for patients and families * public outreach includes: ... [More]
Tourette Canada, Hamilton, Halton and Niagara Region Chapter		Tourette Canada, Hamilton, Halton and Niagara Region Chapter	Burlington	A volunteer organization dedicated to helping individuals with Tourette Syndrome, their families and other interested parties by gathering and distributing information, promoting local self-help and p ... [More]