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	Organization / Program Name(s)	Located In	Description (Brief)
AboutFace	AboutFace	North York West	Provides emotional, peer and social support, resources, educational programs and public awareness for and on behalf of individuals with facial differences and their families
Acclaim Health, Caregiver Education and Support	Acclaim Health, Caregiver Education and Support	Oakville	Education, support and resource information about Alzheimer's disease and related dementia to clients, families, and professionals * a resource library is available for loan of a wide variety of educa ... [More]
Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Halton Office	Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Halton Office	Burlington	Provides education, support and resources to persons with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and to their families * supports research * maintains local support groups * strives to end the pers ... [More]
Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Simcoe - Norfolk St N, Alzheimer Society Haldimand Norfolk	Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Simcoe - Norfolk St N, Alzheimer Society Haldimand Norfolk	Simcoe	Information and support for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and their carers at the time of diagnosis and throughout the course of the disease. Persons with memory loss and t ... [More]
Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton, Hamilton Mountain East - 1575 Upper Ottawa St - Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton - Hamilton Location	Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton, Hamilton Mountain East - 1575 Upper Ottawa St - Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton - Hamilton Location	Hamilton Mountain East	Provides education, support, and resources to individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and to their families.
Alzheimer Society Peel, Mississauga Office	Alzheimer Society Peel, Mississauga Office	Mississauga	COVID19 -- In-person education and face-to-face support temporarily cancelled * staff working remotely to provide alternate supports * check website for updates Programs and services including adult ... [More]
Arthritis Society, Burlington, Hamilton & Niagara Region Office, Client Services	Arthritis Society, Burlington, Hamilton & Niagara Region Office, Client Services	Burlington	Funds and promotes arthritis research, patient care and public education including: * physiotherapy, occupational therapy and social work services funded by Ministry of Health * Juvenile Arthritis fam ... [More]
Arthritis Society, Halton East and Peel Region	Arthritis Society, Halton East and Peel Region	Mississauga	Funds and promotes arthritis research, patient care and public education * self management, rehabilitation and education programs * chronic pain management workshop * advocates for the needs of people ... [More]
Asian Community AIDS Services	Asian Community AIDS Services	Toronto Downtown Central	HIV/AIDS education * support programs include buddy and practical assistance, treatment information, confidential individual counselling, referrals, case management, peer support group * outreach to y ... [More]
Asperger's Society of Ontario	Asperger's Society of Ontario	Toronto Downtown North	Provides support as well as educational information for people with Asperger's Syndrome and their families * goals include enhancing public and professional awareness around Asperger's Syndrome, inclu ... [More]
Asthma Society of Canada	Asthma Society of Canada	Toronto Downtown North	Asthma information * education and prevention resources and programs * helpline with a certified respiratory therapist
Autism Ontario	Autism Ontario	Toronto Downtown West	Provides advocacy and support, public education/awareness and research around autism spectrum disorders (ASD) * support groups may be available at the local level * can now connect virtually (see webs ... [More]
Barth Syndrome Foundation of Canada	Barth Syndrome Foundation of Canada	Georgetown	On-going programs include: Science and Research * participation in helping to fund approved Barth syndrome specific research in Canada and worldwide Health Counselling * providing affected individuals ... [More]
Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention	Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention	Toronto Downtown Central	COVID-19 -- physical offices are closed * health promotion and support still offered by phone, video conferencing, social media * for support call 416-831-9729 or email e.akan-essien@black-cap.com fo ... [More]
Brain Injury Association of Peel and Halton	Brain Injury Association of Peel and Halton	Mississauga	Advocates for the needs of, and provides information to survivors of brain injuries, their families and support network * facilitates measures to promote the prevention of brain injury, improves quali ... [More]
Canada. Health Canada, Ontario Region, First Nations and Inuit Health Branch	Canada. Health Canada, Ontario Region, First Nations and Inuit Health Branch	Ottawa (City of)	Federal health government programs related to Aboriginal health Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative (ADI) : health promotion activities delivered by community diabetes workers and health service providers ... [More]
Canadian Association for Williams Syndrome	Canadian Association for Williams Syndrome	Ontario	Provides supports and assistance to families and other support networks of children diagnosed with Williams Syndrome.
Canadian Breast Cancer Network	Canadian Breast Cancer Network	Ottawa	Voices the views and concerns of breast cancer survivors and patients through promotion of information sharing, education and advocacy activities
Canadian Cancer Society, Telephone and online service only, Cancer Information Service	Canadian Cancer Society, Telephone and online service only, Cancer Information Service	Toronto Downtown	The Canadian Cancer Society's webinar series about Cancer and COVID-19 can be accessed online . Canada-wide bilingual information service provides information about cancer, community resources, and ot ... [More]
Canadian Celiac Association, National Office	Canadian Celiac Association, National Office	Mississauga	Provides awareness, advocacy, education and research about celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity * advises manufacturers and distributors about gluten-free foods National office refers peopl ... [More]
Canadian Digestive Health Foundation	Canadian Digestive Health Foundation	Oakville	* helps people recognize symptoms and understand specific digestive diseases * also helps people connect with others who have similar experiences, and find effective ways to manage digestive health * ... [More]
Canadian Hard of Hearing Association, Ottawa	Canadian Hard of Hearing Association, Ottawa	Ottawa	Consumer-based organization by and for Canadians who are hard of hearing * promotes the development of social, educational and employment environments * lobbies for accessibility by advising on the us ... [More]
Canadian Liver Foundation, National Office and Toronto/GTA Chapter	Canadian Liver Foundation, National Office and Toronto/GTA Chapter	Markham	Liver disease information, awareness and supports liver research * local chapters Living with Liver Disease Program -- monthly support group meetings, topics announced on website * also information on ... [More]
Canadian Spondylitis Association	Canadian Spondylitis Association	Toronto Downtown	National resource centre for information relevant to the spondylitis community * education and support to spondyloarthritis patients
CATIE (Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange)	CATIE (Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange)	Toronto Downtown Central	Free, confidential source of information related to the prevention, treatment, care and support for people living with and vulnerable to HIV and hepatitis C * information provided through an inquiry s ... [More]
Childhood Cancer Canada	Childhood Cancer Canada	Toronto Downtown Central	National support and information network for childhood cancer * resources and support for children with cancer, their siblings and their families * bursaries for survivors of childhood cancer * resear ... [More]
CNIB, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Hamilton East, West Region, Hamilton East - CNIB, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Hamilton East, West Region	CNIB, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Hamilton East, West Region, Hamilton East - CNIB, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Hamilton East, West Region	Hamilton East	Due to COVID-19 this service/organization is experiencing closures or cancellations. Please contact or visit the website for further information. Provides community-based support, knowledge and a nati ... [More]
Community Living Ontario	Community Living Ontario	North York East	Provides support, resources, information, education, awareness and advocacy for individuals with an intellectual disability * over 100 locations across Ontario
Crohn's and Colitis Canada	Crohn's and Colitis Canada	Toronto Downtown North	Organization with a goal to help find a cure for Crohn's and Colitis * raises funds to support research * educates about the diseases * peer-to-peer support * summer camps and scholarships * brochures ... [More]
Crohn's and Colitis Canada, Halton Region Chapter	Crohn's and Colitis Canada, Halton Region Chapter	Halton Region	Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) All meetings are now virtual ----------------------------------------------------- The chapter raises awareness by educating those with Crohn's ... [More]
Cystic Fibrosis Canada, No Physical Address, Hamilton and Area Chapter	Cystic Fibrosis Canada, No Physical Address, Hamilton and Area Chapter	Hamilton	Disseminates information on cystic fibrosis, raises funds for research and education, and provides support groups.
Cystic Fibrosis Canada	Cystic Fibrosis Canada	Toronto Downtown North	Support, care information and referral for families affected by Cystic Fibrosis * raises and allocates funds for nationally funded research and public education programs * promotes public awareness
DEBRA Canada	DEBRA Canada	Oakville	Activities include: * patient programs * education * creating awareness about this rare genetic skin condition
Diabetes Canada, Diabetes Canada - Central South Ontario Regional Leadership Centre	Diabetes Canada, Diabetes Canada - Central South Ontario Regional Leadership Centre	Dundas	Leading the fight against diabetes by helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while working to find a cure. Provides online information, funds research initiatives, and runs summer camps and o ... [More]
Diabetes Canada	Diabetes Canada	Toronto Downtown Central	Education and services for people with diabetes and healthcare professionals * advocates on behalf of people with diabetes * supports and funds diabetes research * develops and publishes clinical prac ... [More]
Diabetes Canada, Community Health Promotion and Partnerships	Diabetes Canada, Community Health Promotion and Partnerships	Halton Region	Provide services and information to Halton residents affected by diabetes * work with the Halton Diabetes Program to coordinate patient education and services Services include: * information sessions ... [More]
Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada	Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada	Toronto Downtown West	Supports the needs and well-being of people with dystonia and their families * promotes awareness and education * funds dystonia research
FASworld	FASworld	Scarborough South	Information, resources, awareness and support related to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders
Genetic Aortic Disorders Association Canada	Genetic Aortic Disorders Association Canada	Mississauga	COVID19 -- Check website for updated information on COVID19 Assists patients and families affected by Marfan Syndrome, Genetic Aortic Disorders, and related connective tissue disorders, to prevent ea ... [More]
Halton Down Syndrome Association	Halton Down Syndrome Association	Milton	Offers a number of different programs and services to assist individuals with Down syndrome and their families * empowers individuals with Down syndrome to reach their full potential through all stage ... [More]