The Kidney Foundation of Canada-Ontario Branch

The Kidney Foundation of Canada-Ontario Branch Providing local news, information and event notices for The Kidney Foundation's Ontario Branch.

The Kidney Foundation of Canada is people working together for a common cause. We are volunteers, individuals living with kidney disease, donors, and staff members — from all walks of life, all across Canada. The Kidney Foundation of Canada exists for the enhancement of kidney health and the reduction and, if possible, the elimination of the burden of kidney diseases. The primary beneficiaries are

people at risk of or affected by kidney disease. The Kidney Foundation provides:

Hope
-New knowledge and treatments generating hope will exist in the following areas:
-Knowledge of the kidney and kidney disease.
-Methods by which the new knowledge from research results can be translated into the treatment, prevention, and slowing of the progression of kidney disease. Support
-To achieve optimal health status, all people affected by kidney disease have access to healthcare and to wellness, socio-emotional, and financial support including:
-Equitable access to appropriate cost-effective treatment, as close to home as possible, regardless of background and personal circumstances.
-Timely access to successful long-term organ transplantation, if desired and appropriate.
-Comfort for those who withdraw from or do not wish dialysis treatment. Empowerment
-All people affected by kidney disease are empowered to maximize their outcomes.
-People have the knowledge to make effective choices to prevent, minimize, and seek treatment for kidney disease.
-People can advocate for themselves and others when navigating the system.
-The kidney community has a sense of belonging and a collective voice. Engagement
-An informed Canadian public understands and responds to the impact of kidney disease.
-Effective provincial and federal policies and strategies exist for kidney research, kidney care, organ donation, and transplantation.

Nick was only 18 years old and had everything going for him when he received his diagnosis of kidney disease. His life w...
08/20/2026

Nick was only 18 years old and had everything going for him when he received his diagnosis of kidney disease. His life was turned upside down. At 24, he received the long-awaited call that a kidney was waiting for him.

Today – 31 years later – he still has that kidney and wakes up every day with gratitude. One of the things Nick does to show this gratitude is participate in the Kidney Walk. Meeting other people living with kidney disease and transplants, their families and friends, is one of his favourite things about participating in the annual walk.

When Nick was first diagnosed, his mom attended seminars and received invaluable information about living with kidney disease from the Foundation. His dad was also provided with resources. Together, these supports gave their family a better understanding of what they were going through with their teenage son.

Now, Nick gives back not only through participating and fundraising for the Kidney Walk but also volunteers for his local Chapter. “For all the hope, light and understanding they gave me, I feel blessed and so grateful to pass on to others living with kidney disease, a chance to see all the wonderful work The Kidney Foundation of Canada does,” he says.
Read Nick’s full story here: https://kidney.ca/en/support/kidney-community/stories/nick-s-story

Did you know the symptoms of kidney disease may not appear until permanent damage has occurred? 1 in 10 Canadians have k...
08/19/2026

Did you know the symptoms of kidney disease may not appear until permanent damage has occurred? 1 in 10 Canadians have kidney disease—but you can help make a difference! Join us this fall at the Kidney Walk and stand with your community in the fight against kidney disease. Register now at kidneywalk.ca and take the first step towards a brighter future.

Think you know all there is about kidney diets? There are so many myths out there! Doing a quick internet search can oft...
08/13/2026

Think you know all there is about kidney diets? There are so many myths out there! Doing a quick internet search can often lead to extra confusion and stress as there is a lot of misinformation being circulated.

Check out our blog where we bust some common nutrition myths that you may have heard or read about. https://ow.ly/7wWg50ZzzqI

Sarah was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease in her mid-twenties after routine blood work revealed a rare genetic con...
08/10/2026

Sarah was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease in her mid-twenties after routine blood work revealed a rare genetic condition that runs in her family. While the diagnosis was difficult, she was grateful to receive exceptional care from her nephrology team, who helped her manage her condition and preserve her kidney function for many years.

Nearly a decade later, Sarah faced the reality of needing dialysis or a kidney transplant. During the transplant process, Dan volunteered to be her living donor. To their amazement, he was a match. On March 20, 2025, Dan gave Sarah the precious gift of a kidney transplant and a renewed chance at life.

Today, Sarah and Dan are healthy, grateful, and enjoying life to the fullest. Their fundraising efforts are inspired by the support they received throughout their journey and their desire to help other families facing kidney disease.

Funds raised through the Kidney Walk help provide vital patient support programs, research, education, and advocacy for Canadians affected by kidney disease. Together, we can ensure that no one faces kidney disease alone!

Join Sarah and Dan and many others like them, this September at a Kidney Walk near you. Register to join at kidneywalk.ca

KRUSH 4 RILEY | KRUSH, the band, was formed in 2023 by then second year university students. Throughout their final y...
08/06/2026

KRUSH 4 RILEY | KRUSH, the band, was formed in 2023 by then second year university students. Throughout their final years at university, KRUSH played countless unforgettable gigs. It was no secret that the band’s early popularity was fueled by Riley’s musical talent on bass, electric stage presence, and the unwavering support of his loving family and friends. Unfortunately a tragic accident took Riley's life in August of 2025. Riley’s kindness, energy, and deep love for music left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.

On September 5th at the London Music Hall, KRUSH 4 Riley will honour Riley’s incredible legacy with a benefit concert in support of The Kidney Foundation of Canada—a cause close to his family’s heart. Join us in honouring Riley’s passion for music by filling the venue with love and energy. Every ticket sold helps support The Kidney Foundation of Canada.

Read Riley's full story : https://ow.ly/nV1450Zxb48
Get your concert tickets here: https://ow.ly/goeq50Zxb49

Time is running out! Gather your team and register for the Kidney Walk as a team captain. Recruit at least four members ...
08/05/2026

Time is running out! Gather your team and register for the Kidney Walk as a team captain. Recruit at least four members and raise $1,500 online by August 9 to be entered for a chance to win up to 10 official Kidney Walk t-shirts customized with your team name!

Don’t miss this opportunity ! You could be the lucky winner of custom Kidney Walk tshirts for your whole team. Only a few days left — contest closes August 9 at 11:59PM EST.

Register and fundraise at kidneywalk.ca

This refreshing pineapple treat is healthy and requires only four simple ingredients. Find the full recipe and instructi...
07/30/2026

This refreshing pineapple treat is healthy and requires only four simple ingredients. Find the full recipe and instructions here: bit.ly/KCK-Pineapple-Sorbet

Pembroke resident Don Sutherland (aka Suds) lived with polycystic kidney disease, had been on dialysis and received a li...
07/23/2026

Pembroke resident Don Sutherland (aka Suds) lived with polycystic kidney disease, had been on dialysis and received a life-saving kidney transplant from his wife Cathy. Don also played slo pitch for many years and in 2013, the Sutherland family started an annual tradition – a slo pitch tournament in which proceeds are put towards their local Kidney Walk team – Team Suds.

Though Don passed away in 2016, the family continued the tradition and renamed the event in his honour – the Don Sutherland Slo Pitch Tournament. Don’s struggle with kidney disease, and its impact on the whole family, motivated the Sutherlands to support the work of The Kidney Foundation of Canada - helping patients and their families, and advancing medical research to help treat kidney disease.

Colleen Sutherland, Don’s daughter says “we think this is a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness for the Kidney Walk in Pembroke and to highlight the impact The Kidney Foundation has had on families like ours over the years. Dad would have been incredibly proud to see his legacy continue to bring people together in support of others living with kidney disease. We're grateful for the opportunity to share his story."

Over the years, the Sutherlands have raised more than $83,000 for the Kidney Walk, with a significant portion of funds being raised through this tournament each year. Funds raised help support people living with kidney disease by providing resources, support groups, financial assistance and so much more, as well as help fund vital kidney-related research that improves the quality of life of people living with the disease.

If you're looking for creative ways to fundraise for the Kidney Walk, whether its a bake sale, bottle drive or a softball tournament, check out our fundraising tips: https://ow.ly/r32Z50Zs8MB

Together we are stronger than kidney disease!Join your local Kidney Walk to support the kidney and transplant community....
07/17/2026

Together we are stronger than kidney disease!

Join your local Kidney Walk to support the kidney and transplant community. Every step you take helps provide hope, fund research, and make a real difference for thousands of Canadians affected by kidney disease.

Find a Kidney Walk near you and be part of a passionate community making an impact. Visit kidneywalk.ca to register today.

Did you know that more than 6.2 million Canadians are estimated to be living with kidney disease by 2050, and that half ...
07/15/2026

Did you know that more than 6.2 million Canadians are estimated to be living with kidney disease by 2050, and that half of them will face moderate to severe cases?

Kidney health plays a vital role in your overall well-being. You or your loved ones could be at risk or living with it without even realizing it.

Now is the time to get informed. Join our free Q&A session on July 22 and ask experts your questions about kidney health: from early detection and prevention to managing kidney disease if you are living with it.

Don’t miss your chance. Register for free today: bit.ly/Webi-22JUL26

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1599 Hurontario Street #201
Mississauga, ON
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