Epilepsy Ontario

1. About EPILEPSY ONTARIO Few people know the facts about epilepsy, but 26 Canadians are diagnosed with it everyday. In fact, one in 100 Canadians lives with epilepsy. It is the second most common neurological disorder, after migraines. Even so, many people feel isolated or misunderstood because seizures are not openly discussed. As the province’s voice of epilepsy, Epilepsy Ontario is here to change that. Your contribution can bring hope. We rely on our generous supporters to provide: 1. client services and research support 2. information and educational resources 3. provincial programs like summer camp & scholarships for kids with epilepsy 4. advocacy initiatives

2. "Get Involved Volunteer – We can always use an extra hand to raise awareness about epilepsy. Donate – Your contribution goes a long way to help us reach our goals. Events – Come out to one of our fundraising events. Tons of fun – all for a great cause!"

3. Connection to Culturally Pedagogy "The strategy identifies ways to remove discriminatory biases and barriers to student achievement and well-being" "We aim to raise public awareness and improve education through publications, conferences, outreach initiatives and our website."

4. Resources Accessed Epilepsy Ontario – Working Together to Improve Epilepsy Care in Ontario https://learn.etfo-aq.ca/content/enforced/49019-A3221EG/docs/CBS_ResponsivePedagogy.pdf?_&d2lSessionVal=tI9mUrs4bOyTKx9EutWdv7erN&ou=49019

5. "Our Mission Epilepsy Ontario is dedicated to promoting independence and optimal quality of life for children and adults living with seizure disorders. Through a network of local agencies, contacts and associates across the province, Epilepsy Ontario reaches out to people with epilepsy and their loved ones. We do this by providing: client services including counselling and referrals, information education and advocacy services."

6. "Programs Epilepsy Ontario proudly supports people with epilepsy in two signature programs: The Osler Epilepsy Scholarship: Since 2006, Osler Business Consulting Ltd. has supported students with epilepsy by funding the Osler Epilepsy Scholarship. This year, up to four students across Ontario could win a $1,500 scholarship for post-secondary education. Summerfest Summer Camp: At Camp Couchiching in Longford Mills (90 minutes outside Toronto), kids with epilepsy aged six to 15 build lasting friendships while participating in all sorts of activities from canoeing to rock climbing."