May 13, 2016 We`ve extended the deadline to May 31st. There are

May 13, 2016
Muscular Dystrophy Canada is at the heart of an active and positive community of people whose lives are
affected by neuromuscular disorders. Our goal is to give you the information, tools and support you, and
those you care about, need to remain healthy, positive, strong and active.
As a valuable member of our community, whether as a person affected by a neuromuscular disorder,
family member, healthcare professional, researcher, volunteer or a community partner, your feedback and
input is very important in helping us determine services and engagement priorities that are important to
you, as we develop our strategic plan for 2017–2021.
In the last four years, we have accomplished a lot through our current strategic plan. A few of these
successes include:
•Focusing our programs and services to meet the needs of the changing demographics of our clients
•Broadening our community to include family members and healthcare professionals
•Supporting the development of the Canadian Neuromuscular Disease Network
•Continuing to focus on the important priority of respiratory health, just to name a few.
Now we need your input as we begin the process of renewing our priorities for the next three years.
Please click here to complete a very important survey, which should only take five to ten minutes of your
time.
We’ve extended the deadline to May 31st. There are still a few grants remaining
so apply now.
Registration is still open for Youth in Action Atlantic, a fun and interactive
summit on life transitions and personal leadership for youth with a disability in
Atlantic Canada. This event is presented by the Province of New Brunswick and TD Bank Group and takes place August
19th-21st 2016 at the Delta Beauséjour in Moncton, NB.
If you are a youth living with a disability aged 15-24 and living in Atlantic Canada, you are invited to attend this
inspirational and engaging summit. Join other youth living with a disability, their families, caregivers, and professionals
from the field of disability and Post Secondary Education from across Atlantic Canada as we challenge your mindset and
inspire you to dream big and fulfill your potential. This three-day event will be both interactive and informative.
A limited amount of financial assistance for travel and registration is available! Click here to find out how to apply.
Nous avons prolongé la date limite jusqu’au 31 mai. Il ne reste que quelque
peu de bourses de disponible alors inscrivez-vous maintenant.
L’inscription est encore ouverte pour Action Jeunesse Atlantique, un sommet
agréable et interactif sur les transitions de la vie et le leadership personnel pour
les jeunes du Canada atlantique ayant un handicap. Cet événement est présenté
par le gouvernement du Nouveau-Brunswick et la Banque TD et aura lieu du 19
au 21 août 2016 à l’Hôtel Delta Beauséjour à Moncton, au Nouveau-Brunswick.
Si vous êtes un jeune âgé entre 15 et 24 ans ayant un handicap et vivant au
Canada atlantique, nous vous invitons à participer à ce sommet inspirant et
engageant. Joignez-vous à d’autres jeunes ayant un handicap, à leur famille ou leur soignant, et aux professionnels des
domaines des handicaps et de l’éducation postsecondaire du Canada atlantique. Nous vous lancerons le défi de changer
votre façon de voir les choses et nous vous inspirerons à aller plus loin et à atteindre votre potentiel. Cet événement de
trois jours sera à la fois interactif et informatif.
Une quantité limitée d’aide financière est offerte pour le déplacement et l’inscription! Cliquez ici pour savoir comment
faire une demande.
Newfoundland and Labrador - Scholarships
The Coalition of Persons with Disabilities – Newfoundland and Labrador, in partnership with Scotiabank and Husky
Energy, is pleased to provide three scholarships to high school students who self-identify as living with a disability, and
are entering post-secondary education in September 2016.
Scholarship candidates must:
>Be graduating from high school;
>Be a Canadian citizen who self-identifies as living with a disability;
>Be entering a Canadian post-secondary institution;
>Be unrelated to a member of the Coalition Board of Directors
To obtain a copy of the 2016 application package, please visit the link below. For more information, contact 709-7227011 or email [email protected]
http://codnl.ca/scholarships/
Camp Rotary – New Brunswick
Registration is now open for the 2016 season. Check out their website for more information
http://www.camprotary.ca/index.php/en-2016/home
You can read the latest issue of the Treat-NMD newsletter online at http://www.treatnmd.eu/newsletter/archive/email/29th_April_2016.html
My Disability Awareness Week Hero - N.B. DAW 2016
Interested in winning a weekly gift card and having the chance to win the grand prize?
Do you know someone who you would consider your Disability Awareness Week hero? An individual who has achieved
something you consider to be inspiring and motivating? An individual who has been active in creating awareness
surrounding issues related to disability? An individual who has advocated for an inclusive society in New Brunswick? We
want to hear from you!
Our Disability Awareness Week Hero contest begins on May 9th, 2016 and runs through June 4th, 2016 find out more
at http://www2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Departments/pcsdp-cpmcph/pdf/DAW2016/DAW-hero.pdf
Mon héros de la semaine de sensibilisation à la semaine de sensibilisation à la condition des personnes handicapées –
SSCPH N.-B. 2016
Vous aimeriez gagner une carte-cadeau et avoir la chance de remporter le grand prix?
Connaissez-vous une personne qui est votre héros de la Semaine de sensibilisation à la condition des personnes
handicapées? Une personne qui a accompli des choses que vous jugez inspirantes et motivantes? Une personne qui a
participé activement pour accroître la sensibilisation aux questions touchant les handicaps? Une personne qui a fait la
promotion d’une société inclusive au Nouveau-Brunswick? Nous voulons vous entendre!
Notre Concours du héros de la Semaine de sensibilisation à la condition des personnes handicapées commence le 9
mai 2016 et se poursuit jusqu’au 4 juin 2016. Pour en savoir plus, visitez :
http://www2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Departments/pcsdp-cpmcph/pdf/DAW2016/DAW-heros.pdf
Stock up on your Summer Reading!
The Halifax and Fredericton Walk4MD have teamed up with Chapters Indigo for some
FUNdraising events.
Dartmouth - This evening, Friday, May 13th visit Chapters at the Mic Mac Mall between
5 - 8:30 pm and 15% of regular priced items will be donated to the Halifax Walk4MD.
Fredericton - On the evening of Friday, May 27th visit Chapters at the Regent Mall
between 6 – 9 pm and again 15% of regular priced items will be donated to the Fredericton Walk4MD.
Fundy Chapter
For just $10 enjoy an evening of great live music and dancing all while supporting the Saint John Walk4MD. Team Sparks
have organized this fun event at the Fairvale Outing Assc in Rothesay. So come out on Saturday May 28th starting at 7
pm and show your support and have a great night while doing so.
“All That Glitters”, Monte Carlo Night for Muscular Dystrophy
Try your luck at the Mock Casino Night, Thursday, May 26th at 6 p.m. For ages 19 and up, tickets
are $20 (includes $20 in play money). The event will be held at Harbourfront Lounge, Casino
Nova Scotia. Call 902-429-6322 ext 4102 for tickets and information.
Are you in need of a CPAP mask?
Once again this year, VitalAire is teaming up with Muscular Dystrophy Canada and supporting
the Walk for Muscular Dystrophy. During the month of May, $25 of every mask sold will be
donated to Walk4MD.
Have you registered for this year’s Walk for Muscular Dystrophy? Your support truly makes a difference.
Register now at www.walk4md.com Don’t hesitate to contact Rebecca for more information or help with registration
[email protected] !
Be a part of our 2016 Early Bird Contest. It’s easy!
Register and raise $60 online at least 30 days before your local Walk for Muscular Dystrophy event and you will have a
chance to win an iPad mini.
Meet the Saint John Walk for Muscular Dystrophy Ambassadors
Hello, we are the Corasaniti family. Martha & Michael, Jonathan our oldest,
Alexander our middle, and Gabrielle our youngest.
Alexander, Gabrielle, and I (Michael) have Muscular Dystrophy. Alexander
and Gabrielle are Paraswimmers on the Saint John Fundy Tide Swim Team
and both have made big accomplishments. Alexander has already been to
Can Am’s in Miami, Pan Am’s in Toronto and now on the road to the
Paralympic Trials in Toronto on April 5-10. As for Gabrielle, she as well is
going to the Paralympic Trails. We couldn’t be more proud of their
accomplishments and goals they have set for themselves and we are sure
there are many more to come. Read more about their story and support
the Corasanatis here.
St. Bernard
6-May
St. Mary's Bay Academy
Sydney
4-Jun
Sydney Boardwalk
Halifax
11-Jun
Marriott Halifax Harbourfront
Moncton
12-Jun
Centennial Park
Saint John
12-Jun
Canada Games Stadium
Prince Edward Island
25-Jun
Confederation Landing Park
Pictou County
25-Jun
Scotsburn Fire Department
Fredericton
26-Jun
Odell Park
Corner Brook
30-Jul
Corner Brook Civic Centre
Goose Bay
30-Jul
HVGB Town Hall
St. John's
10-Sep
Northern NB
Virtual Walk
Easter Seals House
June 1-Aug 30