BC and Yukon will use the power of the flower to end MS
in May 2011

The carnation is Canada's oldest and most recognized symbol of hope in the quest to end multiple sclerosis.

Many Canadians living with multiple sclerosis are mothers. Others, either children or adults, have mothers affected by this disease because women are diagnosed with MS three times as often as men. That's why every year volunteers across BC and Yukon conduct the MS Carnation Campaign close to Mother's Day weekend.

In May, volunteers in communities across Canada will be showing their dedication to finding a cure by selling carnations on street corners, malls and other public spaces. In BC and Yukon, our volunteers expect to sell over 20,000 blooms to raise funds to support MS research and free supports and services provided in communities across the country.

 

"Giving back to our local community is an important part of being a Scotiabanker. With the MS Society's Carnation Campaign, we can double up our community involvement. We purchase carnations from the campaign, then we give them away on Mother's Day to our female customers. We are able to support the MS Society and recognize those unsung heroes (mothers) in our everyday lives at the same time".
Michelle Gardener Scotiabank, Nordel Crossing	Raven Mack, Carnation sales volunteer

 

How to get involved

The MS Carnation Campaign raises public awareness about this unpredictable, often disabling disease, that affects women three times as often as men. This makes the MS Carnation Campaign particularly relevant to Mother’s Day

Show your customer appreciation. Buy 200 carnation stems or 20 bouquets to give away to your best customers or employees. It will brighten everyone's day to help end MS.

Get flowers delivered direct to your workplace. Pre-sell enough carnation bouquets in your office and we'll deliver to your office.

Contact Sheena Grant by email Sheena.grant@mssociety.ca or phone 604-602-3218 for more information or to place your orders.

Thank to our Carnation Campaign sponsors

• History of the Carnation Campaign.
• Research into MS.
• Support and services available in BC & Yukon.