Multiple Sclerosis Society, Winnipeg $20,000

MS is a neuro-muscular disorder.  The Society is a valuable resource for the disease's victims and their families.  Its services will be delivered from a new location.

 

Society for Manitobans with Disabilities $7,500

SMD has developed an information resource centre known as InfoAbility.  Materials for the centre have been acquired with this grant.

 

Mount Carmel Clinic, Winnipeg $15,000

The CIBC has donated a former branch building to the Clinic.  This award will help to renovate the structure to better serve the clients of the Clinic.

 

Canadian Porphyria Foundation, Neepawa $4,000

The CPF is enhancing its website by including a Doctor's Guide to Porphyria Medication.

 

Killarney and Area Palliative Care Committee $10,000

Southwest (Stonewall) Palliative Care Committee $9,960

Souris Health Auxiliary $7,500

These rural palliative care units are investing in capital assets within their hospitals.

 

Hospice and Palliative Care Manitoba $9,680

HPCM is the umbrella agency which acts as a resource for the delivery of palliative care throughout the province.  It is embarking on a major review of this service.

 

Alzheimer's Society $3,618

The Society has acquired banners which will help it to market its programs at various rural and urban events.

 

Pembina Valley Pregnancy Crisis Centre, Winkler $10,000

Office renovations will help the Centre deliver its services to those who are encountering unplanned pregnancies or other problems relating to sexuality and child-raising.

 

Crisis Pregnancy Centre of Westman, Brandon $3,000

The Centre helps young women dealing with an unexpected pregnancy.  Roof repairs were funded.