Since 2010, Novartis Canada and SP Quebec have raised over $650,000 CAD for multiple sclerosis (MS) research through their annual MS Tri-Challenge fundraiser. The event returns to Montreal on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Parc Jean-Drapeau as part of the Sail Challenge Esprit de Montréal.
16 Years of Partnership and Impact
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc. is celebrating 16 years of partnership with SP Quebec through the MS Tri-Challenge. For nearly two decades, the event has brought together Novartis employees, families, and friends to support Canadians living with MS in Quebec. Participants take on a 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike ride, and 10 km run, either individually or as a team.
“Partnerships like the one we share with Novartis Canada are instrumental in driving meaningful projects for research and education for people living with MS in Quebec,” said Diego Martinez, Director at SP Quebec. “The dedication shown year after year by participants reflects a deep commitment to making a tangible difference for the MS Québécois community.”
Commitment to MS Care
“At Novartis, we are committed to reimagining MS care, not only through innovation, but also through meaningful partnerships that support patients and communities,” said Jason Brown, Vice-President Neuroscience. “We are incredibly proud of this long-standing collaboration that year after year has delivered positive impact for Canadians living with multiple sclerosis.”
Canada has one of the highest prevalence rates of multiple sclerosis globally, with approximately 90,000 individuals affected nationwide, including roughly 20,000 people living with MS in Quebec alone. Continued investment in research, advocacy, and patient support remains critical to addressing the evolving needs of this community.
About Multiple Sclerosis
MS is a chronic, often disabling immune disease that attacks the central nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerve. MS can be characterized into four main types: clinically isolated syndrome (CIS), relapsing remitting (RRMS), secondary progressive (SPMS), and primary progressive (PPMS). These forms are distinguished by whether a person experiences relapses or progression of neurologic damage and disability.
About the Quebec Division of MS Canada
The Quebec Division of MS Canada is the leading source of information, support, and advocacy for people affected by multiple sclerosis across Quebec. As a regional division of MS Canada, it connects individuals living with MS, their families, and caregivers to essential services, resources, and a supportive community.
