Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance Program (FAP)
The Canadian MPS Society is proud to be able to offer financial assistance to our member families. Canadian resident members are eligible to apply for assistance up to $1,500.00 over a 12 month period and a maximum of $3,000.00 over a period of five years. Members may apply for assistance in cases such as respite, medical expenses, and home modifications to accomodate physical needs of the MPS patient.
Please complete the Financial Assistance Application and Guidelines, and forward to the Canadian MPS Society at info@mpssociety.ca to be reviewed by the Family Support Committee.
To be eligible for the Financial Assistance Program, the applicant must be a member, in good standing, of the Canadian MPS Society.

Canadian MPS Society Education and Learning Fund (ELF)
The Canadian MPS Society Education and Learning Fund (ELF) is designed to recognize the diverse abilities and needs of our membership, alongside our commitment to supporting and
celebrating MPS members in their pursuit of growth, learning and living their best lives. ELF supports and empowers individuals affected by MPS or related LSDs in their pursuit of
their educational and developmental goals, whether they are pursuing post-secondary education, acquiring life skills, arts training, obtaining certificates, or advancing their careers.
ELF awards can be used for expenses directly related to education, learning and development, such as tuition fees, course materials, travel, memberships (e.g. arts club, acting group) and other related costs.
Successful applicants can receive a maximum of $750 per calendar year, with a cumulative maximum of $3000 over a period of five years.
The ELF Guidelines and Application Form, and are being updated for 2025. Applications open April 30. Meanwhile for questions please contact info@mpssociety.ca.
To be eligible for ELF, applicants must be over 16 years of age, directly affected by MPS or related LSDs, and a member of the Canadian MPS Society residing in Canada.

Other Funding Sources
March of Dimes Canada
March of Dimes Canada is a leading national charity committed to championing equity, empowering ability, and creating real change that will help the more than six million people living with disabilities across the country. Their mission is to be Canada’s leading service provider, resource and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.
https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca
Easter Seals Canada
Easter Seals is Canada’s largest local provider of programs, services, and issues-leadership and development for the disability community. Check out their website for programs and services available in your province.
https://easterseals.ca/en/easter-seals-in-your-province/
The Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada
The Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada is the only all-Canadian organization dedicated to fulfilling a unique lifetime experience for children (ages 3 up to 18) coping with a high risk, life-threatening illness. Each wish– travel, celebrity or item– is an individual adventure, carefully structured to meet the needs of that particular child. Whatever the wish, the whole family shares the excitement in “helping kids be kids again”.
The Salvation Army
Discover how The Salvation Army brings hope and practical support to individuals and families in need across Canada.
Travel Funding
Did you know that you can save on travel by applying for companion or support person travel arrangements with Canadian airlines and VIA Rail? Check out our blog>
Food Banks Canada
You can use the Find a Food Bank tool to search for a food bank in your community.
Assist List for Medical Equipment
https://www.assistlist.ca/resources
AssistList is a registered charity in BC that fosters relationships with local organizations to help simplify the exchange of home health equipment in the community. You can sell, donate or exchange home health medical equipment through their website. Using AssistList is completely free!
AssistList accepts home health medical equipment which fall under 6 categories:
- Bathroom safety equipment
- Bedroom equipment
- Daily living aids
- Mobility aids
- Transfer aids
- Vision aids
Home Funding
Did you know?
…that programs exists to help people with home-related funding?
You can apply for National Housing Strategy or other CMHC funding to build or renovate affordable housing. Check out our blog Home Funding – mpssociety
Canadian Dental Care Plan
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is now in operation which can make the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents. Check out our blog Canadian Dental Care Plan – mpssociety