MS Hear From The Experts (HFTE) is an informative free webinar series designed to empower people affected by multiple sclerosis. Depending on the topic, our sessions offer expert insights into the disease, the latest treatments and research, wellness strategies, and valuable MS-related resources.
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been living with MS for years, HFTE provides practical tools and knowledge to help you navigate your journey with more confidence. These free, English-language webinars also introduce our community to our support services. Prefer to listen by phone? That option is available too, making it easier than ever to stay connected and informed.
For information and to register for upcoming webinars presented in French, please visit: « Ce qu’en disent les experts »
Enhancing Wellness of MS Caregivers
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 6-7pm ET
MS caregivers – often called care partners – are anyone who provides support to a person living with multiple sclerosis. Every caregiving journey is unique and deeply valuable. Yet, with added responsibilities, it’s common for caregivers to put their own health and well-being aside. This webinar will explore the experiences and challenges caregivers face, the types of support they may need, and practical strategies and resources to help strengthen their own well-being.
Sponsor:
We’d like to thank Rexall Care Network for their generous support of this webinar, and their commitment to advancing education and awareness for Canadians affected by MS.
The Experts:
Dr. Marcia Finlayson, PhD, OT Reg (Ont), FCAHS, FCAOT
Marcia Finlayson is a Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Therapy at Queen’s University. She has been engaged in MS research and advocacy for nearly 30 years. Her work is motivated by having a parent who lived with MS. The goal of Marcia’s work is to enable people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS) to lead healthy, meaningful lives, and exert choice and control over their participation in daily activities at home and in the community, particularly as they age. People affected by MS includes both individuals with the disease and their family caregivers. Marcia’s research involves developing and testing self-management interventions, and examining and improving access to health care services, particularly rehabilitation. Learn more about Dr. Marcia Finlayson.
Dr. Afolasade Fakolade, BMR(PT), PhD
Afolasade Fakolade is an Assistant Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Therapy at Queen’s University, Kingston. Her research focuses on exploring how disability impacts both people with MS and their family caregivers and developing strategies to enhance their collective well-being. She also co-leads the Caregiver Research Wellness Collaborative (CARECO), an initiative dedicated to advancing research focused on caregiver health and well-being. Through her work, Dr. Fakolade aims to build more inclusive, evidence-informed rehabilitation strategies that center both care recipients and caregivers as partners in care.
Stay Informed and Connected
Once you register for a webinar, you’re all set for the year—no need to sign up for each separate session. You’ll automatically receive updates and reminders, so you can join the sessions that interest you most, whenever it suits you.
Registered participants will get reminder emails one week and one day before each session, including Zoom links and phone-in details. If you register late and miss the final reminder, just reach out to us at education@mscanada.ca, and we’ll make sure you have everything you need to join in.
Want to get even more out of the experience? You can pre-submit your questions for our expert presenters—or send in general inquiries for our Education Team—by emailing education@mscanada.ca. Keep an eye on your inbox for details about each session, including presenter info and how to participate.
HFTE Webinar Recordings
View past recordings of MS Hear from the Experts sessions. Here you’ll find our past sessions on a variety of topics about MS! You will also find recordings from the International Progressive MS Alliance.