Chapter Chatter ... from Simcoe County

July 2012

MS SOCIETY OF CANADA

SIMCOE COUNTY CHAPTER

NEWSLETTER - JULY 2012

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair

Tammy Ritchie

Vice Chair

Jennifer Ransier

Secretary

Julie Harris

Treasurer

Chris McDowell

Client Services

Patti Burns

Fundraising

Chris Rankin / Herb Osborne

Social Media

Andrea Butcher-Milne

Volunteer Management

Scott Toles / Lucille Hill

Membership

Judy Thwaites

Education

Marilyn Morasse / Cathy Groves

Youth Advisor

Whitney Murray

Public Relations

Victoria Sipidias

Members at Large

John Clarke

STAFF

Maggie Jarvis, Chapter Manager

1102 - 44 Cedar Pointe Dr., Barrie L4N 5R7

T: 705-733-0488 / F: 705-719-3098

Toll Free: 800-634-5618

Email: scmsc@bellnet.ca

Website: www.mssociety.ca/chapters/simcoe

Hours of Operation: Mon – Fri / 10:00 - 3:00

Thank you for lacing up to end MS.

Over $4.8 million was raised in Ontario

this year. (Apologies for the error on the “mailed” copy

of newsletter.) These funds go a long way to

providing innovative services and

programs to help those affected by MS in

our communities. To find out how we did

in Simcoe County, please see page 8 of

this newsletter.

Registration for the 2013 MS Walk is open. Register now and

you'll be entered into a draw for your chance to win $500 to kick

start your 2013 fundraising, courtesy of Mandarin Restaurants.

Upcoming Events

For details on our 8th Annual Leap of Faith

Beach Volleyball Tournament and other

fundraising initiatives, please check out our

events section on page 8.

Mission Statement

To be a leader in finding the cure for multiple

sclerosis and enabling those affected

by MS to enhance their

quality of life.

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Message from the Board

Summer is here and it is safe to say that the heat has officially arrived. We

would like to thank everyone who participated, volunteered and supported

the MS Walk and the Carnation Campaign; both were a huge success! Along

with the beautiful weather, the Simcoe County Chapter has many upcoming

events and fundraisers to look forward to in the months ahead.

As you probably know, fundraising is such an important part of keeping our chapter alive and

well. We are dependent on this source of income to help support our clients with the services

they need to maintain a high quality of life, and donating to research that will continue to help

develop treatment and ultimately a cure.

We have many great events in our area that are so much fun to organize and attend, and we

thank you all for your continued support! If you have an idea for a new event, we are always

open to hearing from you and helping you organize your own event! Every little bit helps. For

ideas, you can visit DIYMSfundraising.ca.

The MS Society of Canada is a leader in finding a cure for MS and enhancing the quality of life

for those living with MS. Along with funding medical research, our Chapter offers client

information and support, funding programs, educational events and guest speakers, support

groups, and a library. At the Simcoe County Chapter, we are proud of the many

services we provide to the MS community.

With your support, respect and involvement, the Simcoe County Chapter

remains committed to the MS mission. Your input and ideas are important and

invaluable. Feel free to contact us by mail, e-mail, or telephone. With your

feedback and the efforts of our membership, volunteers, and community, we

can achieve significant growth!

We wish you all a safe and happy summer and hope that everyone is able to stay cool!

In dedication and service,

Board of Directors

MS Society of Canada, Simcoe County Chapter

Keep updated with the MS Society- Simcoe County Chapter by

visiting our website at www.mssociety.ca/chapters/simcoe

and following us on Facebook.

* PLEASE NOTE *

SIMCOE COUNTY CHAPTER OFFICE IS CLOSED

AUGUST 3rd - 13TH

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Media Alerts

National Impact Report 2011

People living with MS are at the centre of

our work. The National Impact Report

explores the MS Society’s achievements in

serving those touched by MS.

For the first time, the National Impact

Report highlights the MS Society’s 2011

achievements from the perspective of

people living with MS. Read why

progressive MS research means so much

to Michelle Amerie. Discover how the MS

Summer Camp makes a difference in

Tyrell Davidson’s life. Read about the MS

Walk from Julia Daniluck’s point of view.

This year’s theme for the National Impact

Report is “A Journey Forward”. While

allowing us to reflect on what was a

challenging year for the MS Society and

the MS community, the theme also highlights our commitment to walk alongside

people living with MS, who are at the centre of all we do.

Visit http://mssociety.ca/en/pdf/Impact_Report_2010_2011_En.pdf to access

the 2011 National Impact Report.

Could you receive this newsletter via email?

In an effort to lower our administrative costs, we are hoping to decrease the number of

newsletters sent by regular mail, and INCREASE the number sent via email. Please let us

know if we can add you to our email database! Send us a quick note to scmsc@bellnet.ca.

To view this publication online, visit our website www.mssociety.ca/chapters/simcoe.

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Volunteer Corner

Please welcome our newest volunteers to the Simcoe County Chapter:

Joe Cross is helping out in the office

Ruth Lucas is managing our website

WALK COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED

If you are interested in being involved in the MS

Walk for 2013, we are actively seeking volunteers

for the walk committees in Barrie, Collingwood,

Orillia, Midland, New Tecumseth. Please contact our

office.

BETH HENDRY, Simcoe Chapter’s Director of Client Services, is retiring from the board after

many years of dedicated service to the MS Society. Please join us in wishing Beth all the best

in her new-found freedom! However, Beth will still be our Thursday Volunteer in the office

so if you need some advice or someone to talk to, she will still be around to help out. We so

much appreciate all that Beth has done for the chapter, and we have been very lucky to have

had her on board. Thanks, Beth!!!!

Volunteer Service Awards

Simcoe County Chapter would like to congratulate Lucille Hill, a long-time

volunteer with the MS Society, Simcoe County Chapter who recently received

an Ontario Volunteer Service Award from the Ministry of Citizenship and

Immigration.

Lucille’s award is for her significant contribution of service: 15 years of volunteering with the

Simcoe County Chapter. We would like to extend our deep appreciation to Lucille for her many

years of service, and our chapter is grateful for all that Lucille has done and continues to do

for those living with multiple sclerosis.

Simcoe County Chapter would like to congratulate Jeanette Elliott on being one of 16 recipients in Barrie to receive a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee

Award. In all of Canada, there were 60,000 awards given out. Congratulations, Jeanette!

* Please note our office hours are changing to Monday – Friday (10:00 am – 3:00 pm) *

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MS WALK UPDATE: LACING UP TO END MS

Thank You for Lacing up to End MS!

Congratulations to everyone on a very successful 2012 MS Walk! Simcoe County did an amazing job of raising funds this year. The five walks that took place in Simcoe

County raised an astounding $273,628.00. Once again, we would like to thank all

those who participated in the event – volunteers, walkers, those making pledges and our corporate donors! Thanks to your support, we’re making a difference in the lives of

people living with MS in our community.

2012 WALK to endMS – Top Fundraisers

Barrie:

Collingwood:

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MS WALK (continued)

New Tecumseth:

Midland:

Orillia:

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MS WALK (continued)

How was your MS Walk Day experience? Tell us by filling out our online survey.

The following businesses generously donated product for the MS Walk, and we extend our sincere appreciation for their generosity!

Avis Rent a Car Bell World Brinks Canada

Byron-Graham Motors Cakes & Sweets by

Brittany

Chatelaine

CIBC Coca-Cola Comfort Inn

Flags Unlimited K Winter Sanitation Maaco Collision

The Mandarin Medavie Blue Cross MEDIchair

Metro National Bank Old Dutch

Owen Signcraft Pizzaville The Ranch

RBC Royal Bank St. John Ambulance Starbucks

Stewart Food Service Student Works Painting Taste of Nature

Walmart Canada Weston Bakeries YMCA

Zehrs B101 Barrie Advance

Barrie Examiner Chay Today CTV

MySimcoe.TV

2012 Carnation Campaign Success

The 2012

Simcoe

County Chapter’s

Carnation Campaign

was a huge success

The flowers were beautiful, the

weather co-operated, the wonderful

volunteers did their work and, as a

result, the flowers were sold out. A

few remaining pots were donated to

various nursing homes.

Our pre-sales orders were great, and next year we will look to increase our orders even more.

A huge thank you to the drivers who delivered these flowers to various businesses throughout

the county. The carnation committee worked diligently to make sure that everything moved

smoothly and efficiently. Thank you to each and every one of you. Thank you to everyone who

worked in any way to make the 2012 campaign a success. A job well done!

MS SOCIETY OF CANADA, SIMCOE COUNTY CHAPTER – July 2012 PAGE 8

MS DOES THE ARTS

As many of you know, perhaps having recently attended our May 30th

event "MS Does the Arts", one of our talented members, Ardith

Irvine, wrote a musical called "One-Legged Dancer". Our first

performance on the evening of May 30th was a huge success!

The testimonials confirmed to us that the show must go on again … "The MS message was

clear, heartwarming, heartbreaking and really gave understanding to living with MS … I hope

that venues open up to them to communicate these valuable messages". Indeed, Ardith is

booked for a Thunder Bay performance in September and a second performance here in Barrie

on Wednesday, November 7th. Don’t miss out as there are only 200 tickets being sold!

Contact the chapter office (705-733-0488) to reserve your seat

on Wednesday, November 7th. Tickets are $10.00 each.

As part of this production, Ardith is inviting others affected with multiple sclerosis who have an

artistic talent to participate in this incredible evening event, "MS Does the Arts"! If you are

an artist, please contact us to participate.

After much effort on Ardith's part and help from other members of the MS Society, her dream

of producing this show has finally come to fruition. Please congratulate Ardith in celebrating

her talents and come out and enjoy a second evening of the arts in November.

The winner of the May 30th raffle prize, a handmade Oriental Wall Hanging, was won by Karen

O’Donnell. What a lucky girl!

November’s performance promises door prizes, goodies bags, and other surprises. Come join

us for an evening of fun! Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and you can buy your ticket at the door

(hint: you better hope that there are some tickets left if you wait that long!).

We wish to thank the Ontario Trillium Foundation for awarding Simcoe County Chapter with a

grant to produce this show. We will also be making tool kits to send to other chapters around

Ontario so others can host a similar event for their communities.

Upcoming Events and Fundraisers

8th Annual

Leap of Faith

Beach Volleyball

Tournament

July 21, 2012

Tyndale Park

Barrie

Recreational and Competitive Teams of Six (including at least 2 women)

For Registration Information - Contact our office at 705-733-0488

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Upcoming Events and Fundraisers (continued)

Show your support for Chris who is riding his motorcycle

across Canada this summer in support of the MS Society of

Canada. Chris will be stopping into the Barrie office on July

31st, 2012. Contact the office at 705-733-0488 for more

details.

“Cycling to end MS” passing through Ontario

Christopher Schrader, Adrian Cortes and Zachary Nevin

will cycle across Canada in July to raise funds for MS

research. This project is dubbed Cycling to end MS

in honour of Zachary’s uncle who lives with the disease.

For more information on Cycling to end MS, contact Brian

Lim at 1-800-268-7582 ext 3142 or by email at

brian.lim@mssociety.ca.

At the time of writing this newsletter, the trio had raised

16% of their goal of $100,000. We wish them all the best

on their journey!

The 4th Annual A&W Cruisin’ for a Cause Day

August 23rd

A&W Cruisin’ for a Cause was created to remind Canadians of good times of the past, while also

focusing on a future free of MS. A&W has a long tradition of bringing communities together,

which makes A&W a natural partner for the MS Society and the MS community.

On August 23, 2012, A&W restaurants across Canada will participate in A&W Cruisin’ for a

Cause to raise funds in support of people living with MS. Now in its fourth year as a national

campaign, the initiative has raised more than $2 million since its inception.

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Upcoming Events and Fundraisers (continued)

How funds are raised for A&W Cruisin’ for a Cause

On August 23, $1 for every Teen Burger® sold will go to the MS Society

Throughout the summer, $1 for every cut-out sold will go to the MS Society

Restaurant-led initiatives (50/50 draws, root beer drinking contests, etc.) will be held

throughout the summer

Donation mugs at A&W restaurants throughout the year

Cruisin’ the Dub classic car events hosted by A&W (every Thursday at select locations)

Facebook: for every RSVP to the official Cruisin’ for a Cause event, A&W will donate $0.50

Twitter: for every tweet containing the hashtag #cruisinforacause, A&W will donate $0.50

Please support the A&W Cruisin’ for a Cause

and help those in your own community living with MS!

MS Paddles for a cure!

Seeking Dragon Boat Festival Participants for MS for fun

and excitement on Kempenfelt Bay!

10th Annual Barrie Dragon Boat Festival

August 24-25, 2012

There are still spots open! Apply Here or contact Jennifer

Ransier at 705-794-6587 or jransier@jarlette.com

September 6-9, 2012

This program involves two full-day hikes in picturesque Tobermory peninsula,

the northern most point of the Bruce Trail.

Registration fee: $150.00

For more details, please contact Scott Toles at 705-422-1702

or follow the link at http://msclimb.ca/climbs/bruce_trail/

Simcoe County Chapter is being represented by five hikers, including Scott Toles,

Jennifer Ransier, Julie Harris, Jeff Coleman and Joanne Payne. Fundraising efforts include donations from friends and family as well as a pancake breakfast and bbq in

Wasaga Beach.

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Upcoming Events and Fundraisers (continued)

Sunset Speedway 50/50 Draw for MS on Saturday, September 15th

Come join the fun at Sunset International Speedway on Saturday, September 15th. Simcoe County Chapter will have a booth where you

can buy 50/50 tickets. Good luck!!

Location: 6918 Yonge Street, Innisfil ON (t: 705.436.2445)

MOST RECENT FUNDRAISERS

Orr Lake Golf Club’s Annual Crowe Charity Fundraising Day – June 29th

Thanks very much to all of our friends, families, and colleagues who “liked” MS Simcoe County

Chapter in hopes of winning the contest. Orr Lake Golf Club holds an annual charity

fundraising event, and this year’s lucky recipient of the funds will be chosen through this new

Facebook campaign.

At the time of writing this newsletter, our chapter was in the lead with 471 votes. We couldn’t

have gained the lead without all of you!! Stay tuned for our next newsletter when we’ll post

the results that are to be announced on June 27th!

Chefs’ tourney honours memory of association founder

On June 18th, a tournament in honour of one of the founding chefs of the Muskoka and District

Chef Association was held. Thomas Hay died in March after living with multiple sclerosis for

25 years. Chefs and golfers from Simcoe-Muskoka gathered to honour chef Thomas Hay and

raise money for the MS Society and the chef’s association.

The tournament raised $1,180 for the MS Society, and those funds will be used to help those

in Simcoe County living with MS. The MS Society, Simcoe County Chapter greatly appreciates

this generous donation.

MS Youth Communities

NEW!!!! Chapter Youth Committee (CYC)

The Chapter Youth Committee is a great new initiative and is the first of its kind in Ontario.

Whitney Murray has joined the Board of Directors as our Youth Advisor and is actively recruiting

committee members for the CYC, youth between the ages of 15 and 25. CYC members will help

organize events throughout the year and give input on issues that affect youth.

MS Society, CYC Ontario

If you are interested in joining the CYC in Simcoe County, please contact us at msyouthontario@gmail.com for an application!

MS SOCIETY OF CANADA, SIMCOE COUNTY CHAPTER – July 2012 PAGE 12

MS Youth Communities (continued)

2012 MS Summer Camp — Apply Today!

It’s that time of year! The MS Society of Canada will be hosting the

sixth annual MS Summer Camp at Camp Merrywood in Perth,

Ontario from August 11-18th.

For more information and to apply, visit www.mssociety.ca/camp or contact the Camp

Coordinator at 1-866-922-6065, ext. 3135 or by email at kidsandteenscamp@mssociety.ca.

Scholarship Opportunities

The Howard Wilson Memorial Scholarship

The Howard Wilson Memorial Scholarship is established to assist those people with multiple

sclerosis and their children. Download your application online: Scholarship Application.

Download the application information and guidelines: Scholarship Guidelines 2011.

MS Scholarship Program (National)

The MS Society of Canada is also offering scholarships to students who have been impacted by

multiple sclerosis. For more information (i.e., scholarship deadline and criteria) and to down-

load an application, please visit their website at http://mssociety.ca/en/help/scholarship.htm.

News and Views

Scooter, car drivers need to know rules

A recent article published in the Orillia Packet and Times expresses a friendly reminder of the rules when operating motorized wheelchairs, medical and electric

scooters.

Electric scooters, motorized wheelchairs and medical scooters do not

require registration, licence plates, a driver’s licence or vehicle insurance.

People operating motorized wheelchairs are treated the same as pedestrians. Wheelchairs can be driven by muscular power or other

types of power and are designed for and used by people whose mobility is limited by one or more conditions or functional impairments. In general, municipalities establish bylaws for where

wheelchairs can or cannot be used. Operators should check with their local municipality to ensure bylaws permit their use on sidewalks.

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News and Views (continued)

A sidewalk should be the first choice for someone using a wheelchair or medical scooter. When there is no wheelchair-accessible curb, the person should return to the sidewalk at the first

available opportunity. If there is no sidewalk available, people using wheelchairs or personal mobility devices should travel, like pedestrians, along the left shoulder of the roadway, facing oncoming traffic.

Wearing reflective or colourful clothing and attaching a bright orange flag and a light to the rear of your scooter will make you more visible to motorists.

epic-enabled.com is an “Overland” company that is committed to opening up Africa to “Enable the Disabled” travelers through accessible safaris & tours. Holidays are

wheelchair accessible & family friendly adventure trips to South Africa.

9Livesadventures.com caters to the extreme adventure seekers. They offer accessible accommodation and adrenaline fueled activities.

DisabledTravelers.com has created an accessible adventure resource for travelers.

Access 2 Entertainment

Launched in December, 2004, the Access 2 Entertainment program seeks to help businesses

provide quality customer service to customers with disabilities. Through the program, people

with disabilities who require a support person carry a personal Access 2 Entertainment card

with them. The card indicates to the ticket seller that the individual does indeed require the

support of an attendant.

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News and Views (continued)

The card provides free admission (or a substantial discount) for the support person at all

participating entertainment venues. The person with the disability pays the regular admission

fee.

Many people with disabilities require the assistance of a support person to help them with

daily activities. Over the years, different ticketed venues have had varying policies on

admission fees for someone acting as a support person. Often it ended up being left to an

employee at the ticket counter to determine the validity of someone’s disability, their need for

an attendant, and the discount – if any.

Recreation and leisure activities are an important component of good health and well-being.

Through education, businesses have begun to recognize that there are special needs for their

customers with disabilities and that it’s necessary to accommodate them in order to provide

the best possible customer service. This makes a big difference to the community.

In order to obtain a card, an application form must be submitted by a person with a disability

who requires the assistance of a support person. The application must be authorized by a

registered health care or disability service provider. Easter Seals Canada administers the

application and delivery of the card.

Visit: http://www.access2.ca/background.html

Please note our mailing address has changed, and we are no longer using our

post office box. All mail to this chapter office should be addressed as follows:

1102 - 44 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie L4N 5R7

Chapter Library

The Chapter has an extensive lending library on the many aspects of MS. Did you know that

our library houses approximately 100 titles, and many items are also offered in French?

Books, DVDS, and videos can be borrowed on a monthly basis. Included in the library are free

publications on how to manage the many symptoms of MS. Feel free to stop by or call the

office and check out the library materials.

* PLEASE NOTE *

SIMCOE COUNTY CHAPTER OFFICE

IS CLOSED AUGUST 3rd – 13TH

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Chapter Library (continued)

Mighty Special Kids: This activity book is for kids aged 5 to 12 who

have multiple sclerosis. The book can be accessed at

http://mssociety.ca/en/pdf/Mighty-Special-Kids.pdf. The book helps

families talk about MS, helps children understand how MS affects their

daily life and offers suggestions for discussing MS with friends and

schoolmates. You can also link to the interactive version on the

National MS Society’s website (English only).

The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada has published a guide

to assist parents of children living with MS. The publication can

be downloaded from http://mssociety.ca/en/help/booklets.htm.

Parents of children with MS often report feeling frustrated,

overwhelmed or even helpless about how to help their children.

The goal of this handbook is to provide you with tips on

parenting a child living with MS and offer tools and resources for

you to be your child’s best advocate.

COOL TIES

As we head into the warmer weather, Cool Ties are one way to keep

cool! Cool Ties are available in the office at a cost of $10.00 each. Cool Ties can be soaked in water and refrigerated to help lower body

temperature during hot weather.

Our office hours have changed to

Monday to Friday - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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In Memoriam & In Honour

Would you like to make a donation to the MS Society on behalf of someone you care about?

Select the “Memorial Gift” icon above to make gift donation in the name of someone who has

passed. Select the “Gift in Honour” icon above to make a donation in the name of someone

who is celebrating a milestone, like a birthday, anniversary, or wedding!

To make a donation over the phone, please call Donor Services at 1-800-361-2985.

If you are getting married in 2012, the “Gift in Honour” program is for you! Instead of giving

your guests favours that may not last past your special day, why not help fund vital research

and services? Leave a beautiful card on the dinner tables so your guests know about your

generous donation. What better way to start a beautiful marriage than with a beautiful gift?!

Ask us how. For more information, email the Simcoe County Chapter at scmsc@bellnet.ca or

call us 705-733-0488.

Chapter Services

MEMBERSHIP

If your membership fees are due, you will receive a membership renewal form with this

newsletter. Please complete this form and return it to our office. The cost is $10.00/year.

Members help secure the continued success of the MS Society. You’ll join thousands of fellow

members who support the MS Society and its funding for some of the world’s most ground-

breaking, innovative research and training of the next generation of MS researchers. For

membership enquiries, please call us at 705-733-0488.

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE & EQUIPMENT FUNDING PROGRAMS

To access forms for equipment or special assistance funding programs, please visit our

website at www.mssociety.ca/chapters/simcoe and select Client Services. From the menu on

the left, select the form you need, print it at home and then have it completed by your health

care professional. Completed forms should be mailed to our office: MS Society, Simcoe

County Chapter, 44 Cedar Pointe Drive, Suite 1102, Barrie L4N 5R7.

For more information on these programs, feel free to call our office at 705-733-0488 or email

Client Services at MSclientservices.SimcoeCounty@gmail.com.

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SELF-HELP/ EXERCISE GROUPS

BRADFORD AND INNISFIL: Interest has been sparked about starting support groups

in Bradford and Innisfil. Since there is a unique strength in group membership which

can help a person to mobilize his/her energies and attain a sense of well-being, we

are happy to help get this going. If you are interested in a support group starting up

in Bradford, please contact the office at 705-733-0488.

Alliston (New Tecumseth and area): Meets each Tuesday of the month at 10:15 am for

support and exercise. Location: Royal Canadian Legion, 111 Dufferin Street, Alliston. Contact

the Chapter at 705-733-0488 or Donna Ellis at 705-435-4199.

Barrie: Meets every Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. for exercise, followed by informal support

and refreshments. Located at Grove Park Home at 234 Cook Street, Barrie. Contact the

Chapter at 705-733-0488.

Orillia: Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. for support, followed

by exercise from 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Location: Helping Hands Building, 210 Memorial

Avenue, Suite 126B, Orillia. Contact the Chapter at 705-733-0488 or Chris Rankin at 705-689-

9992.

Midland: Meets the third Tuesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Location:

Midland Public Library, 2nd floor board room, 320 King Street, Midland (accessible). Contact

the Chapter at 705-733-0488 or Nancy Howe at 705-549-7379.

Wasaga Beach: * NEW INFORMATION * For information regarding the MS Support Group.

Please contact Patty Barnes 705-422-1759.

NOTICES

The Métis Nation of Ontario presents a number of upcoming health and

wellness courses being held in Midland. Anyone is welcome to register. To

register, please contact Tera Copegog or Lorraine Mountney at 705-526-6335.

“The Healthy Self”. A four-part series being held June 27th to July 5th

“Managing Chronic Conditions”. Sessions are held July 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th and

August 2nd and 9th

* PLEASE NOTE *

SIMCOE COUNTY CHAPTER OFFICE

IS CLOSED AUGUST 3rd – 13TH

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Accessible Transportation

Transportation to Toronto / from Barrie will vary in price depending upon

where you live. Following are some options for your transportation

needs. Prices are not guaranteed. Please contact the companies below to

confirm pricing before you travel.

CANADIAN RED CROSS (705) 721-3313

BARRIE TAXI (705) 721-7777)

$40.00 to $60.00 one way (Barrie to

Toronto)

$136.00 (to Toronto)

$24.00/hour (wait time)

$68.00 (return trip to Barrie – ½ price)

GO TRANSIT (Barrie GO Station to Union Station) Wheelchair Accessible

$21.90 – adult two-ride ticket

$21.90 – adult day pass

$5.50 – senior or child single-ride ticket

$11.00 – senior or child two-ride ticket

$11.00 – senior or child day pass

Barrie Accessible Community Transportation Service (BACTS)

The Barrie Accessible Community Transportation Service (BACTS) is a specialized bus

transportation service operated to assist those persons with mobility difficulties. This service provides transportation from one accessible door to another and is available on a temporary or permanent basis, depending on the user’s eligibility.

Want to apply? Call the City of Barrie at 705-739-4209 or download this application form.

Cash Fares

Passes

Adults, all students, children $2.75

Seniors (65+) $2.40

Adults $77.00

Student $59.50

Power Pass (High school students

after 4pm)

$25.75

Senior/Child $50.50

Elementary Child (school days only) $33.25

Georgian College Semester (4 mo.) $230.00

Ride Cards

All customers 2 Ride Card $4.75

Adults, Post Secondary 5 Ride Adult $12.00

High School, Seniors,

Children

5 Ride

Reduced

$10.50

Adults, Post Secondary 10 Ride

Adult

$24.00

High School, Seniors,

Children

10 Ride

Reduced

$21.00

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EDITOR’S NOTE: The opinions expressed in the articles contained within are those of the authors and do not reflect those of the MS Simcoe County Chapter or those of the MS Society of Canada. Articles on products or services are for information only and should not be seen as endorsements.