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At Citizen Advocacy we’re not curing disease or finding answers to world peace. Our goals aren’t that lofty. In fact, we work in small and quiet ways that we believe have a hugely positive impact on those who count on us. We believe in a community that welcomes and values the participation and contribution of all its citizens, including those who live with a disability. Since 1974, Citizen Advocacy of Ottawa has supported over 2000 people with disabilities and touched the lives of many more. Because we work at an individual level, directly with the people we support, the impact is felt on a personal, as well as a community, level. Volunteer advocates help increase the self-esteem and self-confidence of a person with a disability to develop a better sense of overall health. This translates into less dependency and a reduction in the use of costly health and social services. Visit www.citizenadvocacy.org.

To educate, increase awareness and promote research for the support and enrichment of individuals living with Koolen-de Vries Syndrome and their families.

Cassie and Friends was established in 2007 in Vancouver by parents, David Porte and Debbie Setton, along with five other families all affected by Juvenile Arthritis. Cassie was 18-months old when she woke up one morning unable to walk. Soon after, she was diagnosed with Juvenile Idopathic Arthritis. Dealing with the devastating news of his daughter's condition, David was inspired to raise funds for juvenile arthritis by running in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge 5km. He raised over $25,000 in the first year. Since then, through the genrousity of many individuals, families and corporations, Cassie and Friends has raised over $450,000 in support of world-leading research, educational programming, child and family support services and much-needed medical equipment for Juvenile Arthritis sufferers. We look forward to growing our support of the kids and families who suffer daily from this painful disease - and ultimately improving their quality of life and expected outcomes.

The "Gaby Davis Foundation" was started in memory our daughter and friend Gabrielle Davis who lost her battle with childhood cancer in March 2007. Her brave fight against cancer inspired us to fulfill her wish to help other families fighting this terrible beast. Gaby experienced a life changing event with her diagnosis but instead of feeling sorry for herself it made her more sensitive to others' needs. During a visit to the hospital pharmacy Gaby witnessed a parent break down because they didn't have enough money to buy the drugs they needed to bring their child home. Gaby was quite shaken by the experience and shortly thereafter said this to her Dad... "Dad, we sure are lucky to have so many friends helping us. You think when my cancer is over, we can help people who don't have as many friends? I wish all the kids with cancer had enough money to do the stuff we get to do." Please help us to make this wish come true.

Pregnant and Parenting Teens works with young families in the Grande Prairie, Alberta area to deal with issues related to a teen pregnancy. Programs include; •Prenatal & Postnatal Teaching •Support Group for Pregnant Teens •Support Group for Moms and Dads •Breastfeeding Group for Teen Moms •Infant and Toddler Clothing/Toy/Equipment Exchange •Counseling and Support •Health Services •Educational Support Services •First Steps Childcare Nursery •Family Literacy program •Babies’ Best Start Nutrition Program •Collective Kitchen •Craft Afternoons •Child Safe First Aid All programs are free of charge and provide transporation and childcare.