Organization
Muscular Dystrophy Canada(MDC)
Canada's leading health charity for the neuromuscular disease community since 1954, supporting people and families affected by over 40 different conditions including Duchenne MD, ALS, and Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. MDC funds research, provides equipment and assistive technology grants, and delivers family support and advocacy services across the country.
About
Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) has supported Canadians affected by neuromuscular disorders since its founding in 1954. Headquartered in Toronto with offices and volunteers across the country, MDC is a national voluntary health organization whose mission is to enhance the quality of life of those living with neuromuscular conditions through support services and research funding.
What They Do
MDC provides equipment and assistive technology grants to help people with neuromuscular conditions maintain independence, funds leading Canadian neuromuscular research, hosts family and caregiver retreats, connects the community through regional peer support groups, and advocates for improved insurance coverage, drug approval, and accessibility policy.
Who They Serve
MDC serves people of all ages in Canada living with any of over 40 neuromuscular diseases — from infants and children with Duchenne MD to adults with ALS or myotonic dystrophy — as well as their families, caregivers, and health-care providers.
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