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Tourette Canada (formerly Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada) is a Canadian voluntary organization based in Mississauga, Ontario. It was formed in 1976, 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. It has affiliates in eight Canadian provinces.

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

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.

External links

• Official website

• Health charities in Canada
• Tourette syndrome organizations
• Organizations established in 1976