[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“We do not know exactly why someone does get ALS,” says Paula Aceto, fundraising specialist for the ALS Society of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. “Bringing awareness to ALS and having people realize what a debilitating and horrible disease it is; not only is there no cure but there is no treatment.”Aceto says anyone who wants to make a donation can do so on the ALS Canada website or sponsor an individual or team taking part in the walk.On the morning of June 21, which also marks Global ALS Awareness Day, ALS Walks Strong participants can kick-off their journey with a virtual start line that includes opening remarks from ALS Canada CEO Tammy Moore and a warm-up.The.