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The Lupus Society of Alberta is a non-profit organization formed to provide education and support for lupus patients, their families and friends. Funds are raised to further lupus research, promote public awareness and provide education to the community at large. The Lupus Society of Alberta was established in August of 1972 and has the distinction of being one of the first lupus organizations organized in the world. Support Services:One-on-one telephone peer/crisis support; One-on-one in-person support; A Self-Help workbook; Support Groups in various regions; Public Awareness Initiatives; Education Programs: The Lupus Library (lending library); distribution of lupus information packages at no charge; Sale of videos, books, articles and other literature; Annual Education Days; LSA Web Page (www.lupus.ab.ca); Quarterly Newsletter: The Lupus Courier; Research:The Lupus Society of Alberta provides research grants and has developed a Grant Application Protocol for this purpose.

The Thyroid Foundation of Canada is a non-profit registered volunteer organzation whose mission is to support thyroid patients across Canada through awareness, education, and research. Funds to support the programs of the foundation come mainly through membership and donations.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto's vision is that our communities will be home to the healthiest children, teens and young adults. For over 150 years, the YMCA has worked to improve the health of our community and strengthen the social fabric of our neighbourhoods through program delivery in 250 locations across the GTA. Programs include Health, Fitness and Recreation, Child Care, Summer Day and Resident Camp, Family Development, Youth Leadership, Employment and Career Counselling, Education and Literacy, Youth Outreach and Intervention, Newcomer Services and International Development. Learn more at www.ymcagta.org

The YMCA of Cambridge is a registered federal charity that strengthens the foundations of community. For 157 years the YMCA has been responding to the needs of the day, offering a wide variety of programs and services. We realize the importance of positive activities and experiences that promote healthy choices, personal growth and community engagement. We are committed to transforming Waterloo Region into a healthier community. The YMCA provides safe places to learn, play and grow. We create spaces where all can participate, build relationships, and everyone is given the opportunity to reach their potential.

The YMCA of Edmonton is a volunteer-based, charitable, caring organization offering a variety of opportunities to young people and families. No one is turned away from the YMCA because they can't afford the full fee.

We offer: - Family caregiver support groups and coffee breaks facilitated by trained volunteers - Educational workshops - Bi-monthly newsletter and monthly e-newsletter - Resource lending library of books, DVD's, videos and various handouts for pick up, mail out or emailing - Online resources posted on our website - 1 on 1 help navigating the system and links to other resources and supports - Resource Guide for Family Caregivers - Caregiver Wellness Booklet- a personal wellness journal - Medical Information Package - Educational Activities to Support Family Caregivers: Facilitator's Manual - Volunteer Ambassador Program: experienced family caregivers speak with community groups and organizations - Seminars for healthcare provider training programs and other organizations - "Lunch & Learns" for employees, human resources staff and management teams - connection with CABC (Caregiver Association of BC) and CCC (Canadian Caregiver Coalition)

A registered charity since 1980, the SSA is the only non-profit organization in Alberta dedicated to people affected by schizophrenia. Our goals are: •To provide support for individuals and families affected by schizophrenia. •To increase awareness and understanding of schizophrenia. •To advocate for improved services for those coping with schizophrenia. •To promote research into the causes and treatment of schizophrenia. The SSA has six branches throughoutAlberta in the following centres:Calgary,Camrose, Edmonton, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, and Red Deer. Visit www.schizophrenia.ab.ca to learn more.

The Alzheimer Society of Calgary is an independent, local non-profit organization serving Calgary and surrounding areas. For thousands of local families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, this is where community, insight and empowerment begin. We work to ensure that people impacted by dementia have access to high quality education, care and support throughout their journey of impact.

The BCNF erves people with Neurofibromatosis (NF) and their families. Provides information for health professionals, promotes and supports scientific research, hosts an annual medical symposium, publishes a quarterly newsletter, and has a resource lending library. Also offers support groups for people with NF, their significant others, and caregivers. Also provides scholarships for youth with NF to attend the NF INC. summer camp in Arizona. A contact registry is available for members.

The Physiotherapy Foundation of Canada (PFC) is a nationally registered charitable organization that improves the quality of life of Canadians by sponsoring research which advances the treatment techniques, knowledge and skills of Canada's 13,000 physiotherapists. We take a leadership role in the funding of, and fundraising for, physiotherapy research. We develop partnerships with physiotherapy stakeholder including corporations, clinics and individual physiotherapists to  make certain that all research of merit is funded.

Alzheimer Society Peel is a non-profit, charitable organization. We promote public and professional awareness of Alzheimer disease and related dementias and provide services and programs to individuals, families and the community. Alzheimer Society Peel offers counselling, support groups, day programs, wandering person registry (Safely HomeTM), resource centres, education and much more. Our programs and services are available throughout Peel Region through our offices in Brampton, Meadowvale and Port Credit. You do not need a diagnosis or a referral to access our services.

Established in 1989, the Friends of Music Society (FOM) is a non-profit organization that uses music as the basis for our partnership programs. We feature musicians with a mental illness working and playing in partnership with other musicians from the community. Our goal is to bring people together using music a a common bond, raising awareness of mental illness in our community.We offer a variety of musical opportunities for members to perform and practice together, to work and to socialize and entertain others. This is accomplished through day and evening programming as well as organized public concerts. FOM continues to provide work opportunities for members who face the daily challenges of serious and persistent mental illness. We have five ensembles; Moodswing Chorus, mixed voices Moodswing Orchestra a dance band format, Minds at Work which plays Rhythm and Blues, a daytime drop-in program and a coffee house style acoustic group called The Eclectics.