Toronto Walk for Muscular Dystrophy

Only 3 days away! Say "I Can" and join the Walk for Muscular Dystrophy!


TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - April 27, 2016) - On Saturday, April 30th, Toronto will be coming together to say "I Can" make a difference in the effort to fight against muscular dystrophy. The community will be supporting thousands of people who are living with a neuromuscular disorder in Canada at the annual Toronto Walk for Muscular Dystrophy.

Serving as the 2016 Toronto Walk Ambassador, Jordan Freedman truly believes in the power of this event. "The Walk for Muscular Dystrophy is a great way to bring together supporting families and friends that directly or indirectly know someone who has been affected. Together, we can raise awareness and funds to reduce the limitations on members of our community that are affected by neuromuscular disorders."

Muscular dystrophy is a group of progressive muscle disorders that weaken the muscles that control body movement. These effects can be devastating and over time, many people with neuromuscular disorders are unable to walk, speak or ultimately breathe. For some, the disorder is fatal.

The Walk for Muscular Dystrophy is "an opportunity for the community to come together and support those affected by neuromuscular disorders at the local level," describes Stacey Lintern, Muscular Dystrophy Canada Ontario Executive Director. This family-friendly, fully accessible event will include refreshments, prizes and activities for children.

Muscular Dystrophy Canada receives almost no government funding and relies on community events and the generosity of its donors. Proceeds from the event support various programs including funding equipment, assistive living devices, support services and fund research to one day find a cure.

The fun will be taking place on Saturday, April 30th at Earl Bales Park in Toronto. Participant registration begins at 10:00 am and the walk, wheel and roll will begin at 11:00 am.

To take part in the Toronto Walk for Muscular Dystrophy or for more information, please visit www.walk4MD.com.

Contact Information:

Kerri Stocks
Revenue Development Manager, Ontario / National
Muscular Dystrophy Canada
1.877.850.8720 ext.1301
kerri.stocks@muscle.ca