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Epilepsy South Central Ontario News

New Teen Peer Support Group!

April 10, 2023

Our Youth Empowerment Program is designed for youth and young adults between the ages of 15 and 30 living with epilepsy as well as their siblings. We offer a fun, supportive, and inclusive environment where teens and young adults can connect with one another, learn about their epilepsy, make connections/build friendships, as well as build…

Bowling For Epilepsy in Kitchener!

February 6, 2023

MARCH is Epilepsy Awareness Month in Canada!! Join us at Victoria Bowling Lanes to celebrate Epilepsy Awareness Month Tickets are 15 dollars! Sunday, March 26, 2023, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM BUY TICKETS

The 2023 Purple Gala “Disco Inferno”

January 13, 2023

The Purple Gala has been Epilepsy South Central Ontario’s signature fundraising event since 2012. ​A combination of Live and Silent Auctions, Themed event nights, the purple décor and some outstanding celebrity MC’s, all makes for an amazing night!​ Bringing back the good times Disco clothing is encouraged!! Early Bird “RUSH” Tickets are available for $150…

Hamilton Man tasered by Police during Epileptic Seizure on October 2nd 2022

October 12, 2022

The Canadian Epilepsy Alliance (CEA) does not condone any type of physical restraint when dealing with a seizure. Police Training for seizure management is available on their own Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN) currently as an Elective Training Tool. The CEA is asking for support and partners to make this training MANDATORY for all police…