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The Neuro relies on our loyal community of donors in order to unlock the mysteries behind some of the most devastating neurological diseases and disorders of our time, and to help the patients and families affected by them. Here are their stories.

Giving Stories

A Brilliant Night - Steven's story: Part 1

8 Oct 2020

We invite you to join us on an eye-opening journey as we follow a family affected by brain cancer

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Turning to the positive

24 Sep 2020

My name is Sarah Kenny and I am a patient with a very aggressive type of brain cancer. I would like to share my story with you.

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The Neuro family helping out our frontline

4 May 2020

Here are just a few of the ways that our community has contributed

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Brains Need Open Minds

11 Feb 2020

“Brains Need Open Minds” aims to raise $200M to accelerate the pace of discovery of new treatments and cures for people with brain disorders

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Ronny's Room - a new neuro-palliative care suite for patients and their families

13 Dec 2019

Sheila Linden is transforming the darkest time in her life into something that honours her son's memory and will bring comfort and dignity to other palliative care patients and their families.

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Seventy-two years of holiday cheer

6 Dec 2019

The Reitman Family Holiday Luncheon is an annual tradition

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Thomas Durcan receives first ever Reitman prize

6 Dec 2019

Foundational award will go to researchers who have shown impactful and open scientific practices

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$929,000 for brain cancer research

8 Nov 2019

A group of dedicated volunteers and donors have added $929,000 to the grand total raised for research since they began their campaign in 2015.

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All in the family: Sherrill Rand Harrison’s enduring commitment to The Neuro

31 Oct 2019

The Neuro is part of Sherrill Rand Harrison’s extended family—and the family tree has deep roots

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The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital) is a bilingual academic healthcare institution. We are a McGill research and teaching institute; delivering high-quality patient care, as part of the Neuroscience Mission of the McGill University Health Centre. We are proud to be a Killam Institution, supported by the Killam Trusts.