The Ontario Division Fundraising Events Marketing Team is looking to fill two internship positions which start this September. The two internship opportunities are as follows:
Both internships offer great learning opportunities and a chance to work with marketers in a dynamic, fast paced environment while gaining valuable hands on experience. Click on the links above to view full position descriptions as well as application details and deadlines.
"I initially joined the Newmarket MS Walk committee to help the people in my area suffering with MS and to raise money for a cure for MS. To my surprise I was at the receiving end. I not only met some wonderful people but I have made many great friends. It has given me a great sense of accomplishment to be part of the successful efforts to end MS ." - Mary Ann Slattery, Newmarket MS Walk Co-Chair
Joining a MS Walk organizing committee is a great way for you to become more involved in your community while truly making a difference. For more information about how you can join an organizing committee in your area please contact msvolunteers@msociety.ca or call 1-800-268-7582 x2321.
Congratulations Team Hartley for not only being the largest team at the 2009 Whitby MS Walk with 102 members, but for also being the top fundraising team with an impressive $39, 154.52. Helping the 2009 Whitby MS Walk surpass all expectations with 537 participants raising over $168,800. Sarah Hartley, team captain of Team Hartley, did an outstanding job leading her energetic team! Team Hartley had matching shirts, and signs at the Walk and their big smiles and positive attitudes could not be missed!
For information on how to join TeamMS and the perks of being on a team call 1-800-268-7582 and ask for the TeamMS Coordinator.
With his rubber to the road Mike Augustine – a longstanding MS Society volunteer who has lived with MS for 20 years – is always ready to roll, especially when it comes to the RONA MS Bike Tours. Although multiple sclerosis keeps Mike from riding, he is very active with the Tours. This year, Mike will be participating in this weekend’s Brampton to Waterloo Tour as the Virtual Rider.
Click on the video and find out why Mike is so passionate about supporting the RONA MS Bike Tours, and also why it’s so important to support his efforts in the fight to end MS. There are two great ways you can help end MS this weekend: either sponsor Mike Augustine, or have a look to see if there’s anyone you know who is riding this weekend that you can sponsor.
When the MS Bike Tour began in 1989, people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis had no treatment options. Today there are five disease modifying drug therapies proven to alter the course of the disease and bring greater hope for a cure. This would not have been possible without generous supporters like you. Although we’ve made great strides, there is no cure. That is why the over 55,000 Canadians living with this debilitating disease need your support. Share the Virtual Rider video with your friends, family, neighbours, and co-workers and encourage them to sponsor a rider.
Whether you’re a sponsor, participant or volunteer, we’d like to thank you very much for gearing up for the challenge. Here’s wishing everyone participating in the Brampton to Waterloo Tour good luck and good weather.
PS: Add the video and this link, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ai0AFQ_z7E4 to your blog, website or Facebook wall and help Mike exceed his fundraising goal in the fight to end MS!
Every year, thousands of people like you meet up in their communities to walk with a common goal: to end MS. But there are other reasons to walk before next spring. Have you ever thought about adding walking to your weekly schedule as a regular activity?
Benefits – Regular walking is a healthy exercise that has multiple benefits. It is an aerobic exercise that doesn’t require equipments, special apparel or specific locations, just comfortable shoes to avoid minor injuries. It can be done by anyone, regardless of gender or age.
If practiced regularly, walking can be of great benefit to your health and quality of life. It can improve your sleep, mood and overall energy level, in addition to lowering the risk of a list of diseases, such as diabetes, cancer, osteoporosis, obesity and heart disease, among others.
How to start – Get motivated by setting goals and walk times, by having a friend to walk with or simply by aiming to be in better shape in time for the next MS Walk. But be careful! Rather than starting with long distances, try to gradually increase the amount of time and pace that you spend exercising. Also, if any changes occur in your physical condition, make sure to let your physician know.
Remember – The first step is always the hardest – but also the most important. So don’t wait too long and get started with your regular walking program. Every step matters, not only for the MS Walk, but for your health too!
The Ontario Division Fundraising Events Marketing Team is looking to fill two internship positions which start this September. The two internship opportunities are as follows:
