I never expected to write this, but here I am, recently diagnosed with ALS. It’s a lot to take in and while this disease presents many challenges, I refuse to let it define me. Instead I’m choosing to fight—and to help find a cure.

On June 22nd, with my family by my side, I am taking part in the Walk to End ALS 2025 and I’d love your support. Whether you walk with me or make a donation, you’ll be helping fund vital research and care for those living with ALS.

Every dollar will make a difference .Your support means the world to me.

With love and sincerest gratitude,

Linda XO

Your support will help to:

• Further scientific progress by investing in the ALS Canada Research Program, which funds promising ALS research. The ALS Canada Research Program is the only national dedicated source of funding for ALS research across Canada. This program provides peer-reviewed grants to researchers whose work has the greatest potential to advance the field of ALS. There’s been more progress made in ALS research in the last five years than over the last century – we need to keep building on this momentum.
• Create a better day-to-day reality for people and families living with ALS by providing community-based support throughout Ontario – like home visits and support groups – as well as necessary medical equipment like hospital beds, wheelchairs, stairlifts and other items that increase safety in the home, at no cost to those who need them.