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Updates to McDonald Diagnostic Criteria for MS published

The McDonald criteria for diagnosing MS have been updated, giving neurologists more ways to diagnose MS faster and more accurately so treatment can start sooner.

MS Canada to invest in New Research to Help People Living with MS Self-Manage their Mental Health

MS Canada and the NMSS are funding research, including a $300,000 University of Toronto study of online mindfulness therapy to help people with MS manage depression.

A&W Burgers to Beat MS Day Returns August 21 to Help Raise Funds for MS Canada

A&W Canada donates $2 to MS Canada for every Teen Burger sold on Burgers to Beat MS Day, August 21. You can also donate in restaurants, online or in the app.

Blood Donation Now Open to Canadians Living with MS

Canadian Blood Services now allows people living with MS to donate blood, plasma and platelets if they feel well and meet medication rules.

Applications Open for The Canada Disability Benefit

The Canada Disability Benefit is open for applications as of June 20, 2025, with up to $200 a month for eligible Canadians aged 18 to 64.

Join in Solidarity with the MS Community This World MS Day by Participating in the Digital Carnation Pinning

On World MS Day, May 30, join MS Canada's Digital Carnation Pinning on social media and #TakeActionforMS.

MS Canada Invites All Canadians to Sign Up For The 2025 MS Walk, Happening This Sunday, May 25

MS Walk is on Sunday, May 25, in over 50 locations across Canada or virtually. Join to fund MS research and support programs.

Alliance Announces Experimental Medicine Trial Awardees for Three Development Projects

Development projects in Canada and the United Kingdom receive €100,000 each to begin planning for future clinical trials

Canadians Come Together in Support of People Living with Multiple Sclerosis this MS Awareness Month

May is MS Awareness Month. Join MS Canada's events, fundraise or volunteer to support people living with multiple sclerosis across Canada.

Global Multiple Sclerosis Prevention Initiative Underway

MS Canada and MS Australia lead new global initiative into the prevention and ultra-early detection of MS

MS Canada and SHRF to Fund the First Ever Canadian Clinical Best Practice Guideline for Multiple Sclerosis Rehabilitation.

MS Canada and SHRF are investing $300,000 to fund the first Canadian clinical best practice guideline for MS rehabilitation and symptom management.

MS Canada’s Annual MS Bike Event Series is Coming Back This Summer, Mobilizing Canadians to Go the Distance and Make a Difference.

MS Bike returns this summer with 11 supported rides of 45 to 190 km across Canada, plus a virtual option, raising funds for MS research and support programs.

MS Canada Announces 2025-2026 Annual Research Competition Funding Recipients

MS Canada has awarded 68 grants, fellowships and studentships in its 2025-2026 Annual Research Competition. See the funding announcement for the full list.

New Study Supported by International Progressive MS Alliance Emphasizes Patient Engagement in Scientific Research from Study Design to Publication

A study supported by the International Progressive MS Alliance shows the value of involving people with MS in research, including as co-authors of scientific papers.

MS Canada Applauds the Publication of the First Standard in the Long-Term Care Sector to Include Considerations for Young Adults

A new national standard for mental health and well-being in long-term care and assisted living is the first to include the needs of younger adults, including those with MS.

MS Read-a-Thon Brings Kids on Fun-Filled Adventure to Support Canadians Living with MS

Kids, families and teachers can read and raise funds for Canadians affected by MS in the MS Read-a-Thon, running October 14 to November 15, 2024.

Refined Pathways to Cures Roadmap Published in Multiple Sclerosis Journal

The Multiple Sclerosis Journal published an updated Pathways to Cures Roadmap, setting global MS research priorities. More than 30 MS organizations have endorsed it.

A&W Canada Rallies Support for MS Canada on August 22 with 16th Annual Burgers to Beat MS Day

A&W donates $2 to MS Canada for every Teen Burger sold on August 22, Burgers to Beat MS Day. You can also round up a purchase or donate online starting July 22.

Canadian Researcher Joins International Progressive MS Alliance Scientific Steering Committee

Dr. V. Wee Yong has been appointed MS Canada's representative on the International Progressive MS Alliance Scientific Steering Committee, which guides treatment development for progressive MS.

Canadians Gear Up to Bike for Multiple Sclerosis in Annual MS Bike Summer Event Series by MS Canada

The MS Bike event series runs June to September with 12 in-person rides across Canada and a virtual option, with full support for riders and funds going to MS research and programs.

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