Dystonia Canada News

Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) Canada is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Jackson Mooney Patient Grant for Dystonia (JMPG). This annual grant, established by Jackson and Jefferson Mooney, aims to provide financial assistance of up to $5,000 for Canadian residents living with dystonia who are in financial need and committed to enhancing their current situation through furthering their education. 

This year’s recipients, Lauren Allard and Abi Tripp have demonstrated exceptional dedication and resilience in their personal and academic pursuits.

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A Critical Call to Action for the Dystonia, Hydrocephalus & Spina Bifida Communities Rising Costs, Fewer Sponsors: Why Community Support Is More Urgent Than Ever

Toronto, ON – May 26, 2025 –

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August 2024

Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) Canada is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Jackson Mooney Patient Grant for Dystonia (JMPG). This annual grant, established by Jackson and Jefferson Mooney, aims to provide financial assistance of up to $5,000 for Canadian residents living with dystonia who are in financial need and committed to enhancing their current situation through furthering their education. 

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September marks Dystonia Awareness Month. DMRF Canada is proudly partnering with AbbVie Canada on a national PR campaign to define the impact of cervical dystonia across Canada.

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DMRF Canada is pleased to announce our continued support of the Banting Research Foundation Discovery Award Program for 2025.

The Banting Research Foundation Discovery Award, supported by DMRF Canada, is a one-year grant of up to $30,000 per year that will support research related to the causes, mechanisms, prevention, and treatments which could potentially enable medical breakthroughs and transformative health care advances to find a cure for dystonia.

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The 2023 IDS6 Summary is Available Now!The Samuel Belzberg 6th International Dystonia Symposium, held in Dublin, Ireland last year, brought together top dystonia researchers from 32 countries, including 68 faculty members and nearly 350 attendees, all striving for a deeper understanding of dystonia and how to treat those affected.

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Joining Forces With The Dystonia Community Nationwide For Greater Impact. Freedom To Move: Run, Walk And Wheel For Dystonia Is Taking Place Across Canada June 1 – 30, 2024 Read more...

Amidst a landscape crowded with nonprofit contenders, two small yet impactful charities join forces to create a more sustainable event: Hydrocephalus Canada and Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada Partner to Host In-Person Walk Event Taking Place June 2nd, 2024 in Downsview Park, Toronto Read more...

TORONTO, ON, October 31, 2023 — To address the dystonia community’s needs in a post-pandemic world, the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) Canada has developed the innovative Community Support and Education Program. The program’s launch renews dystonia patients’ opportunities to learn, connect, and unite with each other. 

Utilizing DMRF Canada’s robust network of support groups across the country, the program connects members of the dystonia community through three impactful initiatives:

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