Thank you Tony

 

 

Tony lost his fight to the incurable Lou Gehrig’s disease in 2010, a fight highlighted by strength, dignity and determination. His legacy will last forever; Not only did Tony help raise over a half a million dollars for the cause over the last three years through the Tony Proudfoot Fund, but he significantly increased the awareness of this incurable disease.

Tony was one of our greatest ambassadors, who inspired all of us to pursue and tackle this fight through his vision of making a difference in people’s lives. We cannot be thankful enough for his relentless contributions and dedication. His unselfish wish to fight the disease publicly, in front of everyone to see, has tremendously helped bring the disease to the forefront of people’s mind. 

As Tony’s legacy lives forever, we encourage everyone to join our team in the fight for ALS, whether by participating in our Walks in every region, or by donating either time or financial contributions to the cause. These crucial actions will ensure we carry on Tony’s mission and collectively work towards finding a cure and helping families touched by ALS.

Thank you Tony.

 

HOW YOU CAN HELP:

  • Donate to the Tony Proudfoot Fund.
  • Participate or volunteer for an ALS event in your region.
  • Create an event to raise funds and awareness for the disease in your community.

TONY PROUDFOOT FUND – SUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

  • The Tony Proudfoot Fund at The Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital continues to support young neuroscientists at the masters, doctoral and postdoctoral level wishing to undertake research projects that specifically focus on ALS.
  • Dr. Adèle Salin-Cantegrel, 2010 Tony Proudfoot Postdoctoral Fellow, completed her post-graduate training at the Université de Montréal.
  • Ms. Marie-Noelle Boivin was recruited to the laboratory of Dr. Amit Bar-Or in September 2009, where she has been establishing stem cell culture systems with the support of the Tony Proudfoot Fund.
  • Dr. Miranda Tradewell, 2009 Tony Proudfoot Postdoctoral Fellow, worked in Dr. Heather Durham’s lab on understanding the mechanisms behind motor neuron disease.
  • The Tony Proudfoot Fund supports the ALS Society of Quebec’ mission to improve the living conditions for people living with ALS and provides support for their family members through programs across the province.