Canadian soccer captain Christine Sinclair helps raise record MS research haul
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TORONTO — A&W’s “Burgers to Beat MS” campaign, spearheaded by Christine Sinclair, raised more than $1.9 million this year.
It’s the second year the Canadian soccer captain, whose mother Sandi has multiple sclerosis, has been the face of the campaign. The 2018 take is a record, beating last year’s total of $1.85 million.
In 10 years, the annual effort has raised nearly $13 million. Money raised helps the MS Society of Canada fund research, programs and services, and helps improve the quality of life for Canadians living with and affected by the disease.
The MS Society of Canada says Canada has one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis in the world, with 11 Canadians diagnosed every day. The disease is most commonly diagnosed in people between 15 and 40, with women three times more likely than men to be affected.
