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SUMMARY:Side by Side for ALS Drayton Valley
DESCRIPTION:The ALS Society of Alberta is excited to introduce a new name and look for our walk and run events across Alberta! Side by Side for ALS is inspired by Betty’s legacy (of “Betty’s Run”) and driven by hope.  \n\n\n\nWe call on communities across Alberta to strengthen every connection and create lasting impact in the fight against ALS. \n\n\n\nFull event details will be available will be available soon. We can’t wait to see you there. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n     Registration is Now Open
URL:https://www.alsab.ca/event/side-by-side-for-als-drayton-valley/
LOCATION:Lions West Valley Park\, 49 Avenue\, Rocky Rapids\, Alberta\, T7A 0B6
CATEGORIES:Key Event,Side by Side
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SUMMARY:ALS Caregiver Book Club: Bearing the Unbearable
DESCRIPTION:ALS caregiver book club discussion of Bearing the Unbearable\, exploring grief\, loss\, and resilience. \n\n\n\nBook: Bearing the Unbearable: Love\, Loss\, and the Heartbreaking Path of Grief by Joanne Cacciatore \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the May ALS Caregiver Book Club\, part of our ALS Caregiver Coffee & Book Club series hosted by Kelsie Snow.  \n\n\n\nFor this session\, we will read and discuss Bearing the Unbearable: Love\, Loss\, and the Heartbreaking Path of Grief by Joanne Cacciatore.  \n\n\n\n\nBorrow from Calgary Public Library\n\n\n\n\nThis book explores grief\, loss\, and how people learn to live with profound change. Our discussion will focus on how these themes connect to the ALS caregiving journey.  \n\n\n\nThese gatherings are a space for ALS caregivers to connect\, reflect\, and talk openly with others who understand the caregiving journey. \n\n\n\nYou are welcome whether you have finished the book or not. The goal is conversation\, connection\, and community.  \n\n\n\n\nMorning: 9:00 – 11:00 AM\, Atco Cafe. \n\n\n\nEvening: 7:00 – 9:00 PM\, Alforno Eau Claire. \n\n\n\n\nRegistration is required for each session. Please note that the registration platform may display a payment information screen\, but payment is not required. You will receive an email confirmation once your registration is complete.
URL:https://www.alsab.ca/event/als-caregiver-book-club-bearing-the-unbearable/
LOCATION:Alforno Coffee\, 222 7 Street SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,caregiver connection
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SUMMARY:An Evening of Storytelling & Strength
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Edmonton for an inspiring evening of storytelling and reflection\, moderated by Christina Frangou\, as Kelsie Snow shares her powerful story of love\, courage\, and connection in the face of ALS. \n\n\n\nThis is a free community event hosted by the ALS Society of Alberta.
URL:https://www.alsab.ca/event/an-evening-of-storytelling-strength/
LOCATION:Citadel Theatre\, 9828 101A Ave\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 3C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Key Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260416T090000
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SUMMARY:ALS Caregiver Coffee: Grateful for Grief
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed ALS caregiver coffee gathering and conversation inspired by the podcast All There Is Grateful for Grief. \n\n\n\nPodcast: All There Is\, Grateful for Grief \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the April ALS Caregiver Coffee\, part of our ALS Caregiver Coffee & Book Club series hosted by Kelsie Snow.  \n\n\n\nThese gatherings are a space for ALS caregivers to connect\, reflect\, and talk openly with others who understand the caregiving journey.  \n\n\n\nFor this session\, we will listen to and discuss Anderson Cooper’s podcast episode All There Is\, Grateful for Grief. \n\n\n\nYou are welcome whether you have listened to the episode or not. The goal is conversation\, connection\, and community.  \n\n\n\nThis session is offered at two times:  \n\n\n\n\nMorning: 9:00 – 11:00 AM\, Atco Cafe. \n\n\n\nEvening: 7:00 – 9:00 PM\, Alforno Eau Claire. \n\n\n\n\nRegistration is required for each session. Please note that the registration platform may display a payment information screen\, but payment is not required. You will receive an email confirmation once your registration is complete.
URL:https://www.alsab.ca/event/als-caregiver-coffee/
LOCATION:Alforno Coffee\, 222 7 Street SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,caregiver connection
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SUMMARY:Light Up the Rink to End ALS
DESCRIPTION:Light Up the Rink to End ALS \n\n\n\nJoin the Bow View Rapids for a special glow-themed skate as we come together to raise awareness and funds for the ALS Society of Alberta\, in support of the Dries Family. \n\n\n\nFor one evening\, the rink will transform as we dim the lights and light up the ice. Players will skate surrounded by glowing lights\, music\, and a community showing their support for ALS awareness. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\nDonate Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipation \n\n\n\nA suggested donation of $25 per skater helps support the ALS Society of Alberta. If you’re feeling extra generous\, even better! \n\n\n\nEvery contribution helps raise awareness and support programs for those living with ALS. \n\n\n\nGlow Theme \n\n\n\nWear your blue and bring your glow as we light up the rink together. \n\n\n\nFood & Refreshment \n\n\n\nPizza will be generously provided by Bow Tie Pizza for participants and families to enjoy\, and drinks generously supplied by Labatt Breweries and Big Rock Brewery will be available by donation. Refreshments will also be provided for the skaters. \n\n\n\nIf you or your company are able to contribute additional support toward the event\, please email: bowviewALS@gmail.com \n\n\n\nTogether\, we can light up the rink and make a difference. \n\n\n\nHow to Explain ALS to our Children \n\n\n\nALS affects how the brain talks to the muscles in our body. By skating together\, we are helping raise awareness and support for families facing ALS. \n\n\n\nTo ensure everyone has an opportunity to participate\, there will be multiple scheduled ice times throughout the evening\, giving all players equal time on the ice to enjoy the glow skate experience. Join us in the Rose Hall Banquet Room if you’re not on the ice! \n\n\n\n\nSkaters must be a current Bow View player.\n\n\n\nCSA-approved helmets and skates are required on the ice.\n\n\n\nFamilies are welcome to attend and enjoy the event.
URL:https://www.alsab.ca/event/skates-4-als/
LOCATION:Acadia Rec Centre\, 240 90 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2J 6P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Key Event
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SUMMARY:Calgary Book Club for ALS Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:The Other Side of Change by Maya Shankar \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin current and former ALS caregivers for an ALS Society of Alberta Book Club designed to foster connection\, reflection\, and shared understanding. This small-group experience offers a supportive space to come together with others who understand the complexities and emotional realities of caregiving. \n\n\n\nAlong with host Kelsie Snow\, who was the primary caregiver for her husband\, Chris\, during his 4.5-year ALS journey\, this book club will read The Other Side of Change by Maya Shankar.  \n\n\n\nGroups are capped at 8 people. Morning\, evening\, and  virtual sessions are offered to support caregiver schedules. \n\n\n\nMarch 19\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n9:00 – 11:00 AM  @  Atco Cafe or 7:00 – 9:00 PM  @  Alforno Eau Claire\n\n\n\n\nMarch 20\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n12:00 – 1:00 PM  |  ONLINE SESSION\n\n\n\n\nFree to Attend – Registration Required \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.alsab.ca/event/calgary-book-club-for-als-caregivers/
LOCATION:Alforno Coffee\, 222 7 Street SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Support
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SUMMARY:Still Speaking: Young Adults\, ALS\, and the Moments That Shape Us
DESCRIPTION:In the Fall of 2025\, five young adults created their own short films about meaningful moments in their experience with ALS\, as caregivers or people living with the disease.  \n\n\n\nThis meaningful evening\, hosted by filmmaker and health researcher Dr. Mike Lang\, will bring Alberta’s ALS community together to watch the films and participate in conversations with the storytellers and one another. \n\n\n\nAttendees will leave with a deeper connection to the meaningful moments of their own stories and a renewed appreciation for the wisdom that can surface from our lives we least expect it. \n\n\n\nAttendance is FREE. Registration is required for both in-person attendance to to receive the livestream link. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.alsab.ca/event/drmikelang/
LOCATION:cSPACE Marda Loop\, 1721 29 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Support
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SUMMARY:Edmonton Book Club for ALS Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Join current and former ALS caregivers for an ALS Society of Alberta Book Club to foster community and share common experiences. \n\n\n\nAlong with host Kelsie Snow\, who was the primary caregiver for her husband\, Chris\, during his 4.5-year ALS journey\, this book club will read Emma Heming Willis’s memoir\, The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength\, Hope and Yourself on the Caregiving Path. \n\n\n\nGroups are capped at 8 people. Morning and evening sessions are offered to support caregiver schedules. Attendance is FREE. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.alsab.ca/event/book-club-for-als-caregivers/
LOCATION:Remedy Raymond Block\, 10479 82 Avenue\, Edmonton\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Support
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