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For participating in 2021 Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Step Up 4 Celiac

This year, Addison and I are both running in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Charity Race. Addison is running the kids 1km race and I've decided to run the full marathon, in the month of October. We chose the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) as our charity to run for as Addison was diagnosed with celiac disease about 2.5yrs ago.  The CCA has been a great resource for our family and will continue to be in the coming years. 

We want to thank you for donating your hard earned money for a charity that is close to our hearts. It truly means a lot to us!

Thanks so much! 

Leandra & Addison

Description

1 in 100 Canadians lives with the burden and potential suffering that comes with celiac disease, a genetic autoimmune disorder that requires them to monitor and manage every morsel of food they consume. Unfortunately, up to 85% of those Canadians are exposed to potentially life-altering long-term health implications if not diagnosed.

Since 1973, the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) exists to help every Canadian with celiac disease get diagnosed and empowered.

  • Research: We are Canada's largest national charitable funder of celiac disease and gluten disorder research
  • Education: We provide access to free evidence-based education to help Canadians confirm their diagnosis and support their journey to live longer, healthier lives.
  • Support services: From the moment someone is diagnosed, CCA provides one-one-one to group supports along with local mentorship to help someone manage their life-long journey.
  • Celiac information: Backed by our world class Professional Advisory Council, we are a leading source of evidence-based resources on all things celiac and gluten free.
  • Advocacy: We advocate for patients to increase access to safe, gluten-free food, medication and timely diagnosis.

The CCA is a volunteer-based, federally registered charitable organization with its national office in Mississauga, Ontario. CCA serves people with celiac disease and gluten-related disorders through affiliated chapters across Canada. The CCA is here to help people with celiac disease and gluten disorders to regain power over every aspect of their lives. With increased research incentives powered by our donors, community networking, and mutual supporters, we are regaining power over our disease, our bodies, and our lives. Your support provides advocacy, education, and resources to those with celiac disease and gluten disorders.

Team members

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Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Nov 01 Belinda $50.00
Oct 30 Leandra $100.00
Oct 30 Heather Watson I would like to support awareness of Celiac Disease. I was 59 years old before I was diagnosed and would like to help others earlier. $50.00
Oct 28 Gerry and Ruth Fuchs Way to go Addison and Leandra! Undisclosed amount
Oct 28 Cheryl & Ron Leyes Undisclosed amount
Oct 27 Kaitlin & Steve Van Esch $25.00
Oct 27 Amanda Adam $25.00
Oct 27 Thoms Family Thank you for raising money for this very worthwhile cause. $100.00
Oct 27 Tami Lepp $25.00
Oct 27 Bal Good Luck Leandra & Addison with the race, wishing you all the best! $25.00