This
article appeared originally in the fall 2007 issue of Abilities.
About
Us
We are closer than ever before to achieving our mutual goal
to end MS.
Yves Savoie
President & Chief Executive Officer
President, Ontario Division
This year, we have seen great progress made in the fight against
multiple sclerosis. The launch of the endMS Research and Training
Network signifies our commitment to act now to address a future
shortage of MS researchers, investing in promising new scientists
and preventing a slowdown of the progress we have achieved
to date. Ultimately, our goal is to increase the pace of discovery
and accelerate our progress towards ending MS in the shortest
possible time frame.
We continue to strive to maximize our efforts in pursuit of
our mission. With the input of key stakeholders from all across
the country, the MS Society recently implemented new strategic
directions, created within a framework known as Momentum
2015,
which will guide the work of the MS Society for the next seven
years. Momentum 2015 will lead all levels of the MS Society
in charting a course for the future and aiding us in adapting
to unexpected changes in the environment.
We have every reason to be optimistic that the end of MS is
within grasp. Research into the cause and cure of multiple
sclerosis, much of it funded by the MS Society of Canada, is
helping scientists unlock the mysteries of MS. Services for
people with MS and their families are enhancing the quality
of life of those directly affected by this disease. And activities
in government relations and social action are helping to ensure
that community representatives at all levels are aware of the
importance of fighting this unpredictable, often disabling
disease.
None of these initiatives would be possible without the support
of donors, sponsors, event participants, and volunteers all
across the country. On behalf of the MS Society of Canada,
I thank you for being a part of our ongoing quest to end MS.
This
article appeared originally in the fall 2007 issue of Abilities.
