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SuperWalk for Parkinson's 2002 New Record! TORONTO, Oct. 4 /CNW/ - Throughout September sixty-four communities across Canada took part in the Annual SuperWalk for Parkinson's 2002 raising a record amount of close to 1.2 million dollars to benefit those living with Parkinson's, their families and caregivers. This year we opened 8 new sites with walks taking place from one coast of Canada to the other! This amount represents an impressive 28% increase over last year's final total. SuperWalk 2002 was an outstanding success due to the spirited involvement of committed individuals and teams who answered our national team challenge. The Society gratefully acknowledges the support of our Diamond Sponsor National Bank of Canada, its many generous corporate partners and SuperWalk 2002, Honourary Chair Vicki Gabereau. "The outstanding success of SuperWalk 2002 will enable Parkinson Society Canada and its regional partners to continue their roles within the Parkinson's community. We are so close to a cure that every dollar raised is crucial in enabling us to reach this inevitable goal," said National Executive Director Mary Jardine. "Our sincere thanks to all our caring supporters." Monies raised from this national event will be directed to local support services and the funding of research projects. -30- For further information: please contact: Roger D. Ali, CFRE National Director, Resource Development, (416) 227-9700 ext. 227 SOURCE: CANADA NEWSwire http://www.newswire.ca/releases/October2002/04/c8330.html * * * ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn