GIST Sarcoma Life Raft Group Canada (LRG Canada) was incorporated as a not-for-profit Canadian corporation in 2008. In 2012 registered charity status was granted by both Canada Revenue Agency and Revenu Québec. Our Registration Number is 84860-7024-RR0001
We liaise informally with The Life Raft Group (LRG) and other GIST support organizations around the world. However, there are no financial or institutional connections between LRG Canada and LRG. We are a patient support organization for people with GIST and their family members and caregivers. We welcome new members!
David Josephy
Guelph ON
david.josephy@liferaftgroup.ca
Elliot Sullivan
Fredericton NB
elliot.sullivan@liferaftgroup.ca
Fred Nagy
Montreal QC
fred.nagy@liferaftgroup.ca
Hazel McLeod
Acton ON
hazel.mcleod@liferaftgroup.ca
Michelle Sullivan
Fredericton NB
michelle.sullivan@liferaftgroup.ca
Yvonne Nunnaro
Toronto ON
yvonne.nunnaro@liferaftgroup.ca
Malcolm Sutherland
Cobourg ON
malcolm.sutherland@liferaftgroup.ca
The Life Raft represents our message of hope to people affected by GIST
We are relentless in our commitment to address the needs of the GIST community
Our belief is that all people should be treated equitably, with consideration and dignity
Increase awareness about GIST among the public and healthcare professionals in Canada
Provide workshops and seminars related to GIST and its treatment
Advocate for access to medical treatment for GIST patients and caregivers across Canada
Financially support, within Canada, activities of research, scholarships, publications and education related to GIST
Establish support groups for those affected by GIST