Whether you or someone close to you has a neuromuscular disorder, you’re a volunteer, researcher, or healthcare professional, Muscular Dystrophy Canada has programs and services to support you. Click on the category below that best describes you to learn more and register.
I have a neuromuscular disorder
Why should I register with MDC?
Be part of a community
- Connect with and meet other persons affected by neuromuscular disorders
- Be part of a community
- Attend networks and retreats
Research and education
- Access educational materials
- Use our Research Hotline to source evidence-based information
- Receive research news and participate in research projects
Programs & Services
- Access to funding for assistive devices and other equipment
- Receive emotional support and help navigating complex systems
- Connect with a MDC Service Specialist who can help plan the next steps in your journey
Make a difference
- Influence positive change through advocacy
- Help raise vital funds
- Share your story with others who need support
I am a family member / friend
Why should I register with MDC?
Be part of a community
- Connect with and meet other persons affected by neuromuscular disorders
- Be part of a community
- Attend networks and retreats
Research and education
- Access educational materials
- Use our Research Hotline to source evidence-based information
- Receive research news and participate in research projects
Programs & Services
- Access to funding for assistive devices and other equipment
- Receive emotional support and help navigating complex systems
- Connect with a MDC Service Specialist who can help plan the next steps in your journey
Make a difference
- Influence positive change through advocacy
- Help raise vital funds
- Share your story with others who need support
I am a healthcare professional / researcher
Why should I register with MDC?
Access Evidence-Based Information
- Give and receive neuromuscular disoder (NMD) specific training
- Contribute to Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) led research
- Provide support and expert opinion on issues, treatments and policies
- Access announcements about funding opportunities for pre-clinical and clinical research
Form connections
- Multi-disciplinary collaboration
- Connect with and learn from individuals with lived experience
- Engage with clinicians and scientists as part of the Neuromuscular Disease Network for Canada (NMD4C) and access resources
- Connect with MDC’s Service Specialists to collaborate on resources needed
I want to volunteer
Why should I volunteer with MDC?
Be part of a community
- Connect with and meet other persons affected by neuromuscular disorders
- Support people through their life journey
- Share stories and experiences
- Work as a team to create change
Personal Development
- Have fun
- Raise awareness
- Develop skills and receive training
- Stay up to date on research, treatments and therapies
Make a difference
- Influence and advocate for positive change
- Help raise vital funds for programs, services, advocacy and research
- Provide valuable feedback and insight
- Pay forward support you may have received
- Make an impact on others affected by NMDs
I want to learn more
- Speak to an MDC service specialist about programs and services
- Ask the Research Hotline a question:
Email research@muscle.ca or call 1-800-567-2873 ext. 1114 - Check out current volunteer opportunities
- Learn how you can help support the neuromuscular community.
- Call us toll-free at 1-800-567-2873 or email: info@muscle.ca