Dear Friends, Family and MS Supporters, My name is Mike Sandusky and just recently, my sister was diagnosed with MS. Among other symptoms, MS is characterized by fatigue, depression, double vision, paralysis, loss of balance and concentration. She is an active, energetic teacher who is an inspiration to many young minds and we can’t let this disease get in her way! I also have a number of close friends battling with MS and it is for these reasons that I have made it a priority to raise funds and create awareness. For those of you who don’t know, MS is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults in Canada and there is no known cure. Currently in Canada, 3 people a day are diagnosed with MS and it is a disease that affects many of us in one way or another. As a fundraiser this summer, I am planning a long distance Stand Up Paddle Board paddle ‘across’ Lake Ontario from Burlington Beach to Ash Bridges Bay in Toronto. The paddle is approximately 67 kilometres and will take 12-16 hours to complete. Grant Kennedy (my friend, web designer & fellow lake surfer) will be joining me in this feat. We will set off on this journey between August 6th – 9th, depending on favourable wind and weather conditions. For those unfamiliar with Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUPing) visit www.surfontario.com for more details. I know there are many great causes out there, however this one is personal and any type of support would be greatly appreciated. Please help me increase MS awareness and fundraise over $5,000 to help put an end to MS. Thank you very much for your donation, Mike Sandusky