The first walk for ALS was held on Saturday September 27, 2008 in Pinafore Park with approximately 250 people participating. The walk was organized by Steve Barber and friends and family and raised over $ 37,450.00 for research into cause and cure for ALS. The two St. Thomas ALS patients, Steve Barber and Chris Van Doodewaard, participated in the walk.
Dr. Michael Strong of UH spoke and informed us of some exciting new developments. The neurological team at UH in London will be expanded with leading experts from Japan, Chile and Spain. They are pursuing a very first breakthrough in developing treatment for this disease.

A warm thank you to all who participated by giving and / or walking!