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	Organization / Program Name(s)	Located In	Description (Brief)
Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Halton Office	Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Halton Office	Burlington	Provides education, support and resources to persons with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and to their families * supports research * maintains local support groups * strives to end the pers ... [More]
Alzheimer Society Peel, Mississauga Office	Alzheimer Society Peel, Mississauga Office	Mississauga	COVID19 -- In-person education and face-to-face support temporarily cancelled * staff working remotely to provide alternate supports * check website for updates Programs and services including adult ... [More]
Arthritis Society, Halton East and Peel Region	Arthritis Society, Halton East and Peel Region	Mississauga	Funds and promotes arthritis research, patient care and public education * self management, rehabilitation and education programs * chronic pain management workshop * advocates for the needs of people ... [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, National Office	Canadian Celiac Association, National Office	Mississauga	Provides awareness, advocacy, education and research about celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity * advises manufacturers and distributors about gluten-free foods National office refers peopl ... [More]
Canadian Digestive Health Foundation	Canadian Digestive Health Foundation	Oakville	* helps people recognize symptoms and understand specific digestive diseases * also helps people connect with others who have similar experiences, and find effective ways to manage digestive health * ... [More]
Canadian Liver Foundation, National Office and Toronto/GTA Chapter	Canadian Liver Foundation, National Office and Toronto/GTA Chapter	Markham	Liver disease information, awareness and supports liver research * local chapters Living with Liver Disease Program -- monthly support group meetings, topics announced on website * also information on ... [More]
Canadian Spondylitis Association	Canadian Spondylitis Association	Toronto Downtown	National resource centre for information relevant to the spondylitis community * education and support to spondyloarthritis patients
Childhood Cancer Canada	Childhood Cancer Canada	Toronto Downtown Central	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]
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	Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) All meetings are now virtual ----------------------------------------------------- The chapter raises awareness by educating those with Crohn's ... [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
Diabetes Canada	Diabetes Canada	Toronto Downtown Central	Education and services for people with diabetes and healthcare professionals * advocates on behalf of people with diabetes * supports and funds diabetes research * develops and publishes clinical prac ... [More]
Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada	Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada	Toronto Downtown West	Supports the needs and well-being of people with dystonia and their families * promotes awareness and education * funds dystonia research
Easter Seals Ontario, West Region - Halton Region District	Easter Seals Ontario, West Region - Halton Region District	Burlington	Helps children and youth with physical disabilities from all ethnic and religious backgrounds Programs and services include: * funding for essential accessibility and mobility equipment such as wheelc ... [More]
Epilepsy South Central Ontario	Epilepsy South Central Ontario	Mississauga	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
Foundation for Prader-Willi Research Canada	Foundation for Prader-Willi Research Canada	Richmond Hill	Prader Willi Syndrome fundraising and advocacy * funds research projects which will lead to more effective treatments and an eventual cure for the disorder * sends information packages to parents whos ... [More]
Genetic Aortic Disorders Association Canada	Genetic Aortic Disorders Association Canada	Mississauga	COVID19 -- Check website for updated information on COVID19 Assists patients and families affected by Marfan Syndrome, Genetic Aortic Disorders, and related connective tissue disorders, to prevent ea ... [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, Peel Region Office	Heart and Stroke, Peel Region Office	Brampton	COVID19 -- Staff are working remotely and responding to email * physical offices and in-person services are closed until further notice, check website for updates CPR training * e-tools for managing ... [More]
Hemophilia Ontario	Hemophilia Ontario	Scarborough North	Programs, support and education for individuals with inherited bleeding disorders
Huntington Society of Canada, Mailing Address	Huntington Society of Canada, Mailing Address	Waterloo	Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) HSC office is closed until further notice. Staff are working from home and business operations continue. Please call 1-800-998-7398 or send an e ... [More]
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	Toronto Downtown 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 and offers suppo ... [More]
Kidney Foundation of Canada, Ontario Branch	Kidney Foundation of Canada, Ontario Branch	Mississauga	COVID19 -- information and referral support by telephone, as well as peer support via telephone * register by e-mail or phone: Ontario.programs@kidney.ca 1-866-390-7337 Through a network of chapters, ... [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
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	Provides support to patients and caregivers affected by lung cancer through education, awareness and support * education services for patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals * increase publi ... [More]
Lymphedema Association of Ontario	Lymphedema Association of Ontario	Etobicoke South	Promotes lymphedema education, screening, treatment and quality of life for those with the condition * memberships and resources available
Muscular Dystrophy Canada - Ontario Regional Office	Muscular Dystrophy Canada - Ontario Regional Office	Toronto Downtown North	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	London	Volunteer driven health organization offering support to people living with neurofibromatosis and their families * research support * information provision * development of local support groups * awar ... [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	Education, information and resources related to Parkinson's disease and atypical parkinsonisms * funds research to help in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson's * support groups throu ... [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, Mailing Address, Hamilton, Halton and Niagara Region Chapter	Tourette Canada, Mailing Address, 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]
Tourette Canada	Tourette Canada	Mississauga	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]
Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Halton-Peel Region, Mississauga Office	Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Halton-Peel Region, Mississauga Office	Mississauga	Multiservice agency for people with vision loss * rehabilitation, assessment and support * information on financial assistance and employment CNIB Foundation -- Social and recreational activities * su ... [More]