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Supporting Agencies (Canada & Ontario)

Epilepsy Ontario launches call for superhero-themed story concepts

August 12, 2025

By Deron Hamel If you have an idea for a superhero comic book or graphic novel focused on raising epilepsy awareness, Epilepsy Ontario wants to hear it. The organization plans to launch a graphic novel or comic book about an epilepsy superhero, and any Ontario resident with an original, unpublished idea is welcome to submit…

Living with epilepsy led student to a new academic path

February 12, 2025

By Deron Hamel It was William Fisher’s experience with epilepsy that inspired him to pursue studies and a career that will help him better understand seizure disorders and help others whose lives are impacted by the condition. William experienced his first tonic-clonic seizure in 2017. Soon after, he began experiencing regular tonic-clonic seizures, resulting in…

Epilepsy strengthens student’s compassion, leading her towards a nursing career

December 4, 2024

By Deron Hamel If there’s one thing Allison Landry says she’s learned from living with epilepsy, it’s the value of having compassion for others. And her compassion for others is what is leading her down a career path to becoming a nurse, a dream Allison has had all her life. But it’s not a path…

New case manager is connecting people with the epilepsy services they need

June 25, 2024

By Deron Hamel Josh Gieg says the most exciting part of his new position as Epilepsy Ontario’s case manager is connecting people living in under-served areas of Ontario with epilepsy services. Josh, who stepped into his role May 29, also says he enjoys promoting collaboration and diversity within the epilepsy community. But helping people with…