Tourette Canada (formerly Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada) is a Canadian voluntary organization based in Mississauga, Ontario. It was formed in 1976,[1] and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for those with or affected by Tourette syndrome through programs of education, advocacy, self-help and support.[2] It has affiliates in eight Canadian provinces.[3]

Tourette Canada is notable for its publications,[4] including an educator's handbook and the 2004 film Circle of Support, which had its premiere at the National Film Board of Canada[5] and programming, including the Virtual Community for Tourette.[6]

References

  1. ↑
    • Kushner, HI. A cursing brain?: The histories of Tourette syndrome. Harvard University Press, 2000, p. 182. ISBN 0-674-00386-1
  2. ↑ "About TSFC". Tourette Canada. Archived from the original on 2015-01-19. Retrieved 2015-07-07.
  3. ↑ "Chapters". Tourette Canada. Archived from the original on 2009-03-02. Retrieved 2015-07-07.
  4. ↑ Miller, Natalie (January 7, 2004). "Executive director calls education package useful tool for teachers: Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada to launch video, handbook for school boards". Ontario Association of Children's Rehabilitation Services. Archived from the original on 2005-02-23. Retrieved 2007-12-21.
  5. ↑ Miller, Natalie (October 25, 2004). "Tourette Syndrome Foundation launches package for educators". Ontario Association of Children's Rehabilitation Services. Archived from the original on 2005-01-21. Retrieved 2007-12-21.
  6. ↑ "Virtual Community for Tourette « Tourette Canada". Tourette Canada. Retrieved 2015-07-07.
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