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Voices of Epilepsy

Trainer explains value seizure response dogs deliver

June 5, 2014

Gloria Peckham recalls how a British Columbia man, who received a seizure response dog she trained, is now living independently because of the canine. The man has a severe seizure disorder, and health authorities suggested he move into a group home because he experiences so many seizures. However, because the man now has a seizure…

Upcoming cruise supporting Summerfest and other programs

May 29, 2014

Epilepsy Ontario is gearing up for its inaugural Moon Over Miami fundraising cruise on June 17, which promises attendees a fun-filled evening on scenic Lake Ontario while supporting the organization’s provincial programs, including Summerfest. Summerfest is Epilepsy Ontario’s annual camp program for children living with epilepsy. The camp has been creating independence and building self-esteem…

[Event] Moon Over Miami Summer Cruise

May 25, 2014

Kick off the summer by joining us for a sunset cruise on June 17th, 2014. Enjoy the evening with a buffet dinner, live DJ, dancing, a slient auction, and 50/50 draw and give-aways galore!   Epilepsy Ontario would like to thank the following donors for their generosity:

On the Edge ‘tremendously powerful,’ says first-time viewer

May 22, 2014

Louis Stanislaw’s documentary On the Edge: Living with Epilepsy had its first screening of a three-show tour in Ottawa May 21, and first-time viewer Lori Timmins says the film had a meaningful impact on her. Timmins, a member of Epilepsy Ottawa’s board of directors, says the first thing that stood out for her was the…