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Join our community of inspiring volunteers by planning your own fundraising event in support of brilliant brain research. Whether it’s through a bike ride, local walk or birthday fundraiser, you can make a difference by working with the Brain Canada team to raise funds for big, bold, brain science.

How It Works

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Featured Events:

Movement with meaning

On Sunday, October 26th, Riverdale Farm in Toronto came alive with laughter, energy, and purpose as dozens gathered for the first-ever Functional Phil Community Walk.

Cycling with Heart

On Sunday, September 28, Beyond the Pale Brewing Company in Ottawa proudly hosted its annual charity bike ride, bringing together more than 80 passionate participants in support of brain research.

Walk to end ALS

One again this yea, Quebec resident Linda Auger Morissette rallied a group of supporters to raise funds for brain research in honour of her brother who is living with ALS.

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"Brain Canada is pushing the boundaries of concussion research. It’s fantastic that the foundation focuses on all issues of the brain, because everyone can personally connect to the cause."

Oscar Blyth, Brain Injury Survivor and Brain Canada Volunteer

Why fundraise for Brain Canada

Support brain research

Brain Canada plays a critical role in advancing brain research. Funds raised support groundbreaking studies aimed at better understanding the brain. 

Make an impact

Neurological disorders, including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, and mental health conditions, affect millions of people. Contributions to Brain Canada can lead to better treatments and potentially cures, significantly impacting public health and improving quality of life.

A collaborative approach

As the only major funder in Canada dedicated solely to brain research, Brain Canada works with over 100 organizations, strengthening partnerships and fostering collaboration. Through these valuable collaborations, we amplify Canada’s brain research landscape.

Leverage funds

Brain Canada has the unique ability to leverage donations through the Canada Brain Research Fund, a matching program with the federal government. This means every dollar raised can have a multiplied impact.

Personal Connection

Many people have a personal connection to neurological disorders, either through their own experience or that of a loved one. Fundraising for Brain Canada can be a way to honour and support those affected by these conditions.

Ways to fundraise:

Celebrate

Combine the joy of a special occasion with the spirit of giving, whether it be for a birthday, wedding, graduation or even a holiday party.

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Get Active

Incorporate a physical activity with community involvement and plan a fun event such as a run, walk, sports tournament, bike ride or fitness challenge.

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In Memory

A heartfelt and meaningful way to honor the legacy of a loved one while supporting a cause important to them and their family.

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Host a Sale

Support through purchases. This can be a bake sale, silent auction, holiday sale or even a garage sale.

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Fundraise Your Way

Have another idea? Create your own fundraising event in support of Brain Canada.

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Past fundraising events:

Oscar Blyth: Overcoming Life’s Slopes

After suffering a brain injury, Oscar Blyth participated in a marathon, which raised more than $3,500 in support of Brain Canada.

The Century Walk for Mental Health

On June 5, 2021, 29 year-old Matt Philion embarked on a 24 hour challenge to walk 100 km along the Ottawa River and raise $5,000 for brain research. As a teen, Matt experienced feelings of loneliness, anxiety and depression which eventually led to substance use. With 28 minutes to spare Matt made it to his destination.

Playful Pastimes

Patty Davidson is a Canadian designer and the founder of Playful Pastimes, a Canadian puzzle manufacturer, with a penchant for giving back. When Ms. Davidson founded her company, she set out to align her work with charitable giving, and selected Brain Canada as her charity of choice for brain research, making quarterly contributions based on the net profits of her puzzle sales.

A Ride to Remember

From 2017 to 2020, the Wener and Adler families have made it their collective mission to fund research on brain disorders, raising a total of $83,000 for brilliant brain research through Brain Canada.

Project7

Welcome to Project7. Eric Pilon-Bignell to climb seven peaks on seven continents to raise funds for brain research.

How you can help

Brain Canada funds the very best Canadian neuroscience, fostering collaborative research and accelerating the pace of discovery, in order to improve the health and quality of life of Canadians who suffer from brain disorders.

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