Tourette Canada (formerly Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada) is a Canadian

voluntary organization A voluntary group or union (also sometimes called a voluntary organization, common-interest association, association, or society) is a group of individuals who enter into an agreement, usually as volunteering, volunteers, to form a body (or organ ...

based in

Mississauga, Ontario Mississauga ( ), historically known as Toronto Township, is a city in the Canadian province of Ontario. It is situated on the shores of Lake Ontario in the Regional Municipality of Peel, adjoining the western border of Toronto. With a popul ...

. It was formed in 1976, and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for those with or affected by

Tourette syndrome Tourette syndrome or Tourette's syndrome (abbreviated as TS or Tourette's) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that begins in childhood or adolescence. It is characterized by multiple movement (motor) tics and at least one vocal (phonic) ...

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

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and programming, including the Virtual Community for Tourette.

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* {{Topics related to Tourette syndrome Health charities in Canada Tourette syndrome organizations Organizations established in 1976